Senior Recruiter, Creative and Product

Fanatics Inc

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Flexible time off

Paid maternity/paternity leave

401k plan

Job summary

A leading sports merchandise company in New York is seeking a Recruiting Partner to own full-cycle recruitment for critical roles. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of recruiting experience, strong communication skills, and a consultative approach. Responsibilities include developing innovative sourcing strategies and building relationships with hiring managers. This role offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary range of $125,000-$150,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that supports work-life balance.

Qualifications

5-8+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in retail.
Proven ability to manage complex searches and influence stakeholders.
Passion for building world-class teams and exceptional candidate experiences.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end recruitment for critical roles.
Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent.
Build relationships with senior executives to align hiring priorities.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting experience

Strong communication skills

Expertise in sourcing strategies

Strong negotiation skills

Proficiency in ATS platforms

Tools

Greenhouse

LinkedIn Recruiter

CRM systems

Job description

Act as a consultative partner to business leaders, providing market insights, talent strategies, and workforce planning recommendations.

Influence hiring decisions through data-driven insights and competitive intelligence.

Full-Cycle Recruiting Leadership

Own end-to-end recruitment for critical roles across the Organization, including sourcing, assessment, and offer negotiation.

Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract passive and niche talent globally.

Candidate Experience Excellence

Deliver a high-touch, personalized experience for candidates, ensuring every interaction reflects the Fanatics brand.

Champion diversity and inclusion throughout the hiring process.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build strong relationships with senior executives, hiring managers, and cross-functional partners to align talent priorities.

Engage with Compensation, HR Business Partners, Benefits, and related stakeholders at key stages of the hiring lifecycle to inform decisions, align strategy, and drive successful outcomes.

Provide regular updates and reporting on recruiting progress, challenges, and market trends.

Talent Insights and Recruiting Strategy

Identify and analyze key talent, pipeline, and KPI data to uncover trends and actionable insights, translating metrics into clear, compelling narratives that guide hiring managers and influence strategic recruiting decisions.

Leverage data‑backed storytelling to align hiring teams, shape sourcing and selection strategies, and continuously improve recruiting processes in support of evolving business needs.

Use technology and analytics to streamline recruiting workflows, measure performance across the hiring process, and drive greater efficiency.

what you bring to the team:

5-8+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, ideally in a multi-branded and/or vertical retail Company supporting retail product functions: merchandising, design, product development.

Proven ability to manage complex searches and influence senior stakeholders.

Expertise in sourcing strategies, talent mapping, and competitive market analysis.

Strong communication and negotiation skills with a consultative approach.

Proficiency in ATS platforms (e.g., Greenhouse) and recruiting tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, CRM systems).

A passion for building world-class teams and delivering exceptional candidate experiences.

At Fanatics, we value transparency and honesty. If you don’t meet every single requirement, that’s okay – we still want to hear from you! We believe in the power of diverse experiences and talents. If you’re excited about the role and confident that you can contribute, don’t hesitate to apply. We’re genuinely interested in how your unique skills and perspective can help us build something amazing together.

Where You’ll Work and What’s required:

Based in our of New York City, NY office

Hybrid schedule; 3 days in office

What’s in it for you:

Culture: Join a team where you're surrounded by top-tier talent, driven by a shared passion to relentlessly enhance the fan experience. With a focus on collaboration, support, and continuous development, you’ll be empowered to help shape our culture that celebrates both individual and team successes.

Benefits: We provide a wide range of health, financial, legal, and development assistance, including wellness programs with fitness and weight management partners, paid maternity paternity leave, and infertility treatment. Additionally, we offer flexible time off to help you recharge, along with a competitive 401k plan to support your financial future. At Fanatics, we’re dedicated to supporting you in all aspects of work and life.

The salary for this position is between $125,000-$150,000 per year, in compliance with New York salary transparency requirements. This range reflects the expected compensation based on qualifications, experience, and location. In addition to the salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

We are committed to provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.

About Us

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.

About the Team

Fanatics Commerce is a leading designer, manufacturer, and seller of licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods. It operates a vertically-integrated platform of digital and physical capabilities for leading sports leagues, teams, colleges, and associations globally – as well as its flagship site, www.fanatics.com.

Fanatics Commerce has a broad range of online, sports venue, and vertical apparel partnerships worldwide, including comprehensive partnerships with leading leagues, teams, colleges, and sports organizations across the world—including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, Formula 1, and Australian Football League (AFL); the Dallas Cowboys, Golden State Warriors, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, Chelsea FC, and Tokyo Giants; the University of Notre Dame, University of Alabama, and University of Texas; the International Olympic Committee (IOC), England Rugby, and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA).

At Fanatics Commerce, we infuse our BOLD Leadership Principles in everything we do: