Senior Team Lead, Talent Acquisition

DSV Road GmbH; Lancaster, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV in Lancaster, TX is seeking a Senior Team Lead, Talent Acquisition to manage full-cycle recruitment for professional and executive roles across business units. You will develop sourcing strategies, partner with business leaders, and mentor the TA team to deliver efficient, compliant hiring outcomes.

The role requires a Bachelor's in HR or related field and 5+ years in Talent Acquisition, with strong analytics, stakeholder management, and mentoring skills. Travel up to 30% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in progressive Talent Acquisition roles.
• Experience leading recruiters or teams.
• Experience in multi-site recruiting, preferably in logistics/manufacturing.
• Knowledge of OFCCP, pay transparency and EEO regulations preferred.
• Strong analytics, reporting and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for professional and executive roles.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract candidates.
• Partner with leaders to understand workforce needs and hiring priorities.
• Provide coaching and guidance to Talent Acquisition team.
• Ensure compliant processes and positive candidate experience.
• Lead TA projects, events, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor recruiting metrics and drive process improvements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Project management

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Coaching/Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

ATS

HRIS

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

If you are a current DSV employee and interested in a position in another country,please contact your Human Resource representative to discuss the process and requirements of applying.

Job area: Managerial

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics

At DSV, our purpose is to keep customers’ supply chains flowing and enable the business of our customers by ensuring reliable and efficient transport and logistics services through storage and transport of goods by air, sea and road. Our vision is to create long-term, sustainable growth and value for our customers, employees, shareholders and society. Close to 150,000 employees in over 90 countries work diligently to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services. As a global leader, our commitment to sustainable business practices is a central element of our overall business strategy. Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook .

Location: Lancaster, TX

Division: Contract Logistics
Job Posting Title: Senior Team Lead, Talent Acquisition
Time Type: Full Time

Summary

The Senior Team Lead, Talent Acquisition, serves as a senior recruiting professional and functional leader responsible for managing complex recruitment initiatives, supporting strategic and difficult-to-fill hiring efforts, and providing day-to-day guidance and mentorship to Talent Acquisition team members. This role maintains an active portfolio of professional, strategic, and high-priority requisitions while partnering closely with business leaders, P&O Business Partners, and Talent Acquisition leadership to develop and execute effective recruiting strategies. The Senior Team Lead serves as a subject matter expert for recruiting best practices, supports onboarding and development of Talent Acquisition team members, leads recruiting-related projects and initiatives, and helps ensure an efficient, compliant, and positive recruitment experience for candidates, hiring managers, and internal stakeholders.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment activities for professional, strategic, executive, and difficult-to-fill positions across multiple business units, locations, and functions.
• Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates in competitive labor markets.
• Partner with business leaders and P&O Business Partners to understand workforce needs, hiring priorities, and organizational objectives.
• Conduct intake meetings and workforce planning discussions to develop recruitment strategies for critical hiring initiatives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for Talent Acquisition Specialists, providing guidance on recruiting strategies, sourcing techniques, candidate engagement, and stakeholder management.
• Provide day-to-day coaching, mentoring, and support to Talent Acquisition team members to promote recruiting excellence and professional development.
• Support onboarding, training, and development of new Talent Acquisition team members.
• Promote consistency in recruiting processes, documentation standards, and candidate experience practices.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with hiring managers and business leaders to ensure alignment throughout the recruitment process.
• Provide labor market insights, talent availability trends, compensation intelligence, and workforce planning recommendations to support hiring decisions.
• Develop proactive recruiting strategies to address workforce challenges and anticipated hiring demands.
• Support organizational growth initiatives, site launches, expansions, start-ups, and workforce ramp-up activities.
• Monitor and analyze recruiting metrics including time-to-fill, quality of hire, offer acceptance rates, sourcing effectiveness, and recruiting pipeline activity.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend solutions to improve recruiting efficiency, scalability, and candidate experience.
• Assist Talent Acquisition leadership with recruiting analytics, reporting, forecasting, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Support Applicant Tracking System (ATS) enhancements, recruiting technology implementations, and process standardization efforts.
• Lead or participate in Talent Acquisition projects, implementations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate and participate in hiring events, career fairs, military recruiting programs, university partnerships, and community outreach initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including P&O, Operations, Safety, Procurement, Finance, and Shared Services to support hiring objectives.
• Serve as a project lead for assigned recruiting initiatives, ensuring timely execution, stakeholder communication, and successful outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including OFCCP, EEO, Affiliation? pay transparency, and other applicable regulations.
• Support internal audits, reporting requirements, and compliance reviews related to Talent Acquisition activities.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned..

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience will be considered.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience, including experience recruiting for professional, specialized, and difficult-to-fill positions.
• Experience serving as a Senior Recruiter, Lead Recruiter, Team Lead, Project Lead, or similar role providing guidance, mentorship, or functional leadership to others.
• Experience supporting high-volume, multi-site recruiting operations across geographically dispersed locations preferred.
• Experience within logistics, transportation, warehousing, distribution, manufacturing, or other operational environments strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success building partnerships with business leaders and influencing hiring decisions.
• Experience utilizing recruiting metrics, labor market data, and talent acquisition analytics to support hiring strategies and business objectives preferred.
• Experience leading recruiting projects, process improvements, or Talent Acquisition initiatives preferred.
• Knowledge of OFCCP regulations, Affiliation? pay transparency requirements, EEO compliance, pay transparency requirements, and applicable employment laws preferred..
• Advanced knowledge of full-cycle recruiting methodologies and talent acquisition strategies.
• Strong stakeholder management, relationship-building, and consultative partnership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and influence others without direct authority.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Advanced sourcing techniques utilizing traditional and non-traditional recruitment channels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of workforce planning principles.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Business fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Experience utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), and recruiting technologies.
• Ability to analyze recruiting data and generate reports using various reporting tools and systems.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives and organizational goals.
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, and use hands to operate standard office equipment. The position requires extended periods of computer use, including reviewing resumes, managing applicant tracking systems, preparing reports, and communicating electronically. The employee is frequently required to participate in phone, video, and virtual meetings for extended periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

This position operates primarily in a professional office environment and routinely uses computers, phones, headsets, video conferencing platforms, and other standard office equipment. The role requires prolonged periods of computer work, virtual collaboration, candidate interviews, and telephone communication. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate. Travel of up to 30% may be required to support hiring events, career fairs, site launches, workforce ramp-ups, business meetings, and other Talent Acquisition initiatives. The position may occasionally require work outside of normal business hours to support recruiting activities and business needs.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

For this position, the expected base pay range is $80,000.00 – $90,000.00 Annual. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase . Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] . If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league. As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements. With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.