Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist – Retail

Job Summary:The Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist – Retail is responsible for identifying, attracting, and engaging qualified candidates to support the organization's retail recruitment needs. The role focuses on proactive sourcing, talent pipeline development, and ensuring a continuous flow of high-quality candidates for retail stores and warehouse operations.Key Responsibilities:Actively source retail talent through various channels, including social media platforms, job boards, community outreach initiatives, referrals, and LinkedIn.Build, maintain, and strengthen talent pipelines to support ongoing and high-volume retail hiring requirements.Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to understand workforce needs and ensure timely fulfillment of store and warehouse vacancies.Conduct market mapping and talent research to identify potential candidate pools and sourcing opportunities.Engage and nurture passive candidates to create a sustainable talent network for future hiring needs.Track sourcing activities, candidate pipelines, and recruitment metrics to measure sourcing effectiveness.Ensure all sourcing and recruitment activities comply with company policies, procedures, and applicable labor regulations.Support employer branding initiatives to enhance the company's visibility and attractiveness within the retail talent market.Maintain accurate candidate records and recruitment data within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and other recruitment platforms.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.1–3 years of experience in talent sourcing, recruitment, or talent acquisition, preferably within retail or high-volume hiring environments.Strong knowledge of sourcing techniques, social media recruiting, and candidate engagement strategies.Proficiency in LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and recruitment management systems.Excellent communication, networking, and relationship-building skills.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously.Good understanding of labor laws and recruitment best practices.