Talent Acquisition Manager

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Manager Job Description The Talent Acquisition Manager serves as a vital business partner to the Regional Vice President and is tasked with creating comprehensive recruiting plans tailored to meet the needs of a designated region. This role involves developing sourcing strategies to ensure a sufficient pool of high-quality candidates for both hourly and management cafe positions. By collaborating with operational leaders, the Talent Acquisition Manager addresses staffing needs and builds regional plans that align with business objectives. Responsibilities Evaluate regional, market, and cafe needs in collaboration with the Regional Vice President and Human Resource Manager. Prioritize plans and action items to address these needs effectively. Develop and implement adaptive sourcing strategies to respond to evolving market challenges and requirements. Monitor cafe staffing levels, providing consistent feedback and recommendations to ensure operational partners and cafe managers receive the support they need for hiring. Ensure a steady pipeline of candidates by overseeing the sourcing, screening, and interviewing processes to maintain a high-quality candidate experience. Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition Department and Hourly Sourcing Team to enhance processes and develop sourcing strategies that ensure adequate candidate flow. Execute and champion process or program enhancements, supporting special projects to completion and participating in the rollout of new initiatives. Provide guidance and training on recruiting processes and best practices, focusing on improving candidate and hiring manager experiences to boost associate retention. Manage expenses responsibly within established budget parameters. Participate in leadership meetings to review staffing needs and performance, ensuring alignment and effective communication with internal clients. Develop a comprehensive understanding of the retail business to ensure Talent Acquisition processes contribute positively to business outcomes. Support the regional Sourcing Specialist by offering direction, development, and feedback to achieve recruitment goals. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree preferred. 2-4 years of experience in restaurant or retail recruiting required. Knowledge of HR practices, employment laws, labor, and EEO regulations is preferred. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal clients, candidates, and vendors. Self-motivated and capable of working independently while meeting deadlines. Experience in sourcing/recruitment strategy development and problem-solving. Workforce planning experience preferred. Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) systems, and other recruiting technology. Familiarity with Workday and Phenom People is a plus. Work Environment This position offers a 100% remote work environment, with a preference for candidates residing in the Upper Midwest. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Saint Louis, MO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $33.47 - $37.65/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.