Talent Acquisition Specialist

Neighbourly Pharmacy Inc.; Saskatoon; Remote; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Neighbourly Pharmacy, Canada's largest pharmacy network, is looking for a motivated Talent Acquisition Specialist in Saskatchewan to lead recruitment efforts. This remote role focuses on early talent recruitment, managing relationships with pharmacy schools, and improving recruitment practices. Ideal candidates will have strong sourcing skills and a data-driven mindset, combined with excellent communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a full-cycle recruiter/TA specialist.
• Strong knowledge of job search platforms and analytics.
• Willingness to learn cold calling.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process including candidate search and placement.
• High volume sourcing and cold calling of candidates.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies targeting pharmacy students.

Skills

Sourcing

Data-driven mindset

Communication

Collaboration

Creative thinking

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Tools

Job search platforms

Job description

Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada’s largest and fastest growing network of independent pharmacies. We are seeking a highly motivated Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing Talent Team!

This role is open to candidates in Saskatchewan, preferably in Saskatoon, Regina or surrounding areas.

Role Summary

Reporting to the Senior Manager- Talent Acquisition, the TA Specialist will be a subject matter expert in sourcing and interviewing talent for the retail pharmacy sector in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. In this role, you will define and execute innovative search tactics using best practices to attract qualified candidates and manage the overall end-to-end recruitment processes. This role will have a heavy focus on early talent recruitment, and the successful candidate will also be responsible for driving & managing campus recruitment initiatives across universities and colleges. While this position is remote, the talent acquisition specialist must be based in SK.

Main Responsibilities

• Managing the end-to-end recruitment process from candidate search, screening, selection, offer through to closing and placement
• High volume of sourcing on various social platforms
• Consistent cold calling of passive candidates
• Conduct information gathering sessions with leaders/ managers to determine the appropriate knowledge, skills, and capabilities requirements prior to posting
• Devise and implement sourcing strategies to build pipelines of potential pharmacist applicants and generate interest in pharmacy using various methods to recruit and network with potential candidates including social media platforms, networking events and job fairs
• Assess candidate skills and experience by conducting interviews
• Ensure recruitment activity is updated regularly including weekly reporting on hiring, trends, successes, and challenges
• Partner with all the pharmacy schools at Canadian Universities and attend career fairs to create lasting relationships with graduating students. Generate strategies to lock in students in 2nd and 3rd year to create interest in pharmacy roles at Neighbourly.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of recruitment practices and resources by supporting projects and initiatives
• Work closely with the Sr TA Manager to create and implement regional recruitment strategies

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a full-cycle recruiter/TA specialist
• Strong knowledge of job search platforms
• Exceptional sourcing and creative thinking skills are required
• Experience cold calling or a willingness to learn to cold call
• Data-driven mindset with an understanding of recruitment analytics
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills with proven ability to build trust at all levels of the organization
• Ability to collaborate with a remote diverse team
• Advocate for non-bias and DEI hiring at all times
• Ability to travel within Saskatchewan and Manitoba for various recruitment events, as needed

While all responses are appreciated, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.

Neighbourly Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to deliver accessibility and equality to all job applicants, staff, and our customers. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.