Recruitment manager

Independent Food Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage sector in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Recruitment Manager to develop and implement recruitment strategies, manage high-volume hiring processes, and lead a team of recruiters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR, particularly within the hospitality sector, and be knowledgeable about Saudi labor laws. This role requires excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–8 years of experience in recruitment, with at least 3 years in a managerial capacity.
• Proven experience in high-volume recruitment within the hospitality or F&B sector.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor laws and overseas hiring procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Coach and develop a team of recruiters for high performance.

Skills

High-volume recruitment

HR analytics

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

MBA preferred

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement comprehensive recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives and manpower plans.

• Lead workforce planning in collaboration with Operations, Finance, and Brand Directors to forecast hiring needs across FOH, BOH, and support functions.

• Drive employer branding initiatives to position Independent Food Company as an employer of choice in the F&B sector.

2. Talent Acquisition Operations

• Manage the full recruitment cycle: job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and offer management.

• Oversee both local and international recruitment campaigns, ensuring compliance with Saudi labor regulations and global sourcing best practices.

• Liaise with recruitment agencies, overseas partners, and government entities (Qiwa, MOFA, POEA, etc.) for visa and mobilization processes.

• Ensure a consistent and positive candidate experience throughout all stages of recruitment.

3. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of recruiters to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.

• Establish clear KPIs (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, offer acceptance rate, etc.) and drive accountability for achieving recruitment targets.

• Support hiring managers with interview training and effective talent assessment techniques.

4. Systems, Reporting & Analytics

• Utilize the company’s ATS (Mangosteen HR) to manage pipelines, monitor performance, and generate accurate reports.

• Develop dashboards and analytics to evaluate recruitment effectiveness and identify process enhancements.

• Maintain accurate recruitment data and ensure compliance with internal audit and data protection policies.

5. Stakeholder & Candidate Engagement

• Partner closely with Operations and Brand Directors to understand hiring priorities and provide strategic advice on talent availability and market trends.

• Build and maintain relationships with universities, hospitality institutes, and community partners for talent pipelines.

• Represent Independent Food Company at job fairs, open days, and industry networking events.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (MBA preferred).

• Minimum 6–8 years of experience in recruitment, with at least 3 years in a managerial capacity.

• Proven experience in high-volume recruitment within the hospitality or F&B sector.

• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor laws, visa processes, and overseas hiring procedures.

• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR analytics tools.