What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Recruiter - Building Services Industry (70081) position at Valcourt?
We are seeking a results-driven Sales Recruiter to identify, attract, and hire top-tier sales professionals for our expanding team within the commercial building services industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the building maintenance, facilities management, or construction sectors and a proven track record in full-cycle recruitment of sales talent. This role requires a blend of recruitment expertise, industry knowledge, and strong relationship-building skills to ensure we have the best team to meet our aggressive growth goals.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and Implement Hiring Strategies: Collaborate with sales leadership and HR to design and execute a comprehensive hiring strategy tailored to the building services market.
Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, from initial job posting and candidate sourcing to screening, interviewing, reference checks, offer negotiation, and supporting the onboarding process.
Sourcing & Talent Pipelining: Proactively source passive and active candidates using a variety of channels, including job boards, social media (like LinkedIn), industry networks, and referrals, to build a strong talent pipeline.
Candidate Assessment: Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit within the organization and specific sales roles (e.g., assessing for long-term relationship-building vs. short-term lead generation skills).
Industry Expertise: Evaluate candidates' knowledge of the building services industry, including an understanding of related products, services (e.g., HVAC, security, cleaning, materials), sales cycles, and competitive environment.
Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with hiring managers and potential candidates to ensure a positive experience throughout the recruitment process.
Data & Reporting: Maintain accurate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), track key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-hire, cost-to-hire), and report on successful hires and pipeline status to management.
Compliance: Ensure all recruitment activities comply with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Qualifications:Qualifications
- Experience: 3-5 years of experience in sales recruitment or talent acquisition, with a demonstrable track record of hiring top sales talent.
- Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of the building services, facilities management, or construction industries is highly preferred.
- Education: A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Skills:
- Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
- Excellent decision-making, organizational, and time management skills to handle a high volume of recruitment activities and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Certifications (a plus): Relevant certifications such as Certified Construction Sales Professional (CCSP) or Certified Professional Sales Person (CPSP).