What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Acquisition Specialist position at TRADEBE?
What will you do? Make an impact!
The Talent Acquisition Specialist serves as a strategic partner to the business, driving full cycle hiring while delivering insights that inform workforce decisions. This role blends talent sourcing, market analysis, and recruitment operations to build strong pipelines, guide hiring leaders, and ensure an efficient and equitable hiring process from intake through offer.
This position can be based in East Chicago, IN or Merrillville, IN.
Key Job Responsibilities
Full Cycle Recruitment Management
Lead end‑to‑end recruitment by developing tailored hiring strategies, managing job postings, sourcing and screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and supporting offer development and negotiation.
Pipeline Development & Market Engagement
Build and maintain active and passive talent pipelines through targeted sourcing and ongoing relationship-building, while representing the organization at community, university, and industry events.
Hiring Manager Partnership & Talent Strategy
Partner closely with hiring leaders through intake meetings, structured interview support, and regular requisition updates, providing data‑backed guidance that shapes hiring decisions and improves overall talent strategy.
Talent Market Insights
Analyze labor markets, competitor activity, and compensation trends to inform recruitment strategy and recommend adjustments to requirements, timelines, or role structure.
Technology, Compliance & Reporting
Maintain accurate ATS documentation, ensure adherence to compliance and EEO guidelines, and identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve candidate experience.
Other duties as assigned.
Do you have what it takes?
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or related field; equivalent experience accepted.
- Full‑cycle recruitment experience, preferably in-house, across a variety of roles and business areas.
- Proven ability to build pipelines and leverage ATS platforms; experience with SuccessFactors or SmartRecruiters is a plus.
- Strong sourcing capabilities and proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, SharePoint, Teams)
- Clear, professional communication skills and the ability to influence and set expectations.
- Strong organization and time‑management skills to handle shifting requisition volumes.
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
Why Tradebe is Right for You
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Generous vacation and sick plans
- Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
- 401k Retirement match
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Health savings accounts (HSA)
- Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
- Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
- Leadership opportunities
- Great work environment and culture
- And MORE!
Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.