Talent Acquisition Partner

QXO; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

RRSP program

Paid leave

Training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

QXO is seeking a senior Recruiter to own full-cycle recruitment across the U.S. and Canada, focusing on senior, niche, and hard-to-fill roles. You will partner with hiring managers to define needs, map talent, and build proactive sourcing strategies to create diverse pipelines.

You will mentor junior recruiters, optimize processes, and act as a QXO brand ambassador at industry events, while tracking metrics to improve time-to-fill and candidate experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive recruiting experience in North America.
• Experience hiring for senior, niche, or hard-to-fill roles.
• Strong ability to partner with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Expertise in modern recruiting technologies and data-driven practices.
• Proven experience building diverse talent pipelines in competitive markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment across a diverse portfolio of roles in the U.S. and Canada.
• Partner with hiring managers to define talent needs and role requirements.
• Develop proactive sourcing strategies and talent mapping.
• Embed inclusive hiring practices and advance DEI outcomes.
• Mentor and coach junior recruiters and coordinators.

Skills

Recruiting expertise

Stakeholder management

Sourcing strategies

Diversity & inclusion

Communication

Tools

ATS platforms

CRM systems

Job description

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit QXO.com.

What you’ll do

• Lead full-cycle recruitment across a diverse portfolio of roles, with a focus on senior, niche, and hard-to-fill positions across the U.S. and Canada.
• Partner strategically with hiring managers and business leaders to define talent needs, shape role requirements, and develop data-informed hiring strategies aligned to market realities.
• Build and execute proactive, forward-looking sourcing strategies, leveraging talent mapping, market intelligence, networking, referrals, and talent community engagement to create sustainable pipelines.
• Drive a systemic approach to recruiting by embedding inclusive hiring practices, reducing bias in processes, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion outcomes at every stage of the funnel.
• Mentor and coach junior recruiters and coordinators, fostering capability building, knowledge sharing, and consistent adoption of best practices across the team.
• Continuously evaluate and improve recruiting processes, tools, and workflows to increase efficiency, scalability, and overall candidate and hiring manager experience.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, People Analytics, and business leadership on workforce planning, succession strategies, and long-term talent pipeline development.
• Act as a brand ambassador for QXO in the North American market by representing the organization at industry events, career fairs, and networking forums.
• Track, analyze, and report on recruiting metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, pipeline health, diversity representation) to inform decision-making and drive accountability against hiring goals.

What you’ll bring

• 5+ years of progressive recruiting experience, with a demonstrated track record of successfully hiring for complex, senior, or specialized roles in North America.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to influence and build trusted partnerships with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Expertise in modern recruiting technologies, including ATS platforms, sourcing tools, CRM systems, and data-driven recruiting practices.
• Proven experience developing proactive sourcing strategies and building diverse talent pipelines in competitive markets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or leading others in a recruiting or talent acquisition function is strongly preferred.
• Deep commitment to delivering an exceptional candidate experience and advancing inclusive hiring practices.

What you’ll earn

• Competitive compensation: We make sure your hard work is recognized
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance: Enjoy the peace of mind provided by our comprehensive benefits package and telemedicine service designed to prioritize your well-being.
• RRSP Program: Secure your future with a fair matching of your retirement contributions.
• Paid leave: Recharge your batteries, balance work and personal life, benefit from personal emergency leave, and enjoy paid vacation and company-recognized public holidays to relax and pursue the activities you love.
• Training and advancement opportunities: Open doors and access exciting opportunities by participating in our dynamic learning programs.

QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender or sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status