Sr Manager, Talent Acquisition

Panera LLC; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 119,634 - 143,561; Full time

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Sr Manager, Talent Acquisition to oversee full-cycle recruiting and enhance candidate experience. This role requires building strong relationships across the organization and managing a team.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in corporate recruiting, expertise in talent acquisition technologies, and strong organizational skills. Competitive salary ranges from $119,634 to $143,561 annually based on experience and location.

Qualifications

• 8 or more years of recruiting experience in a corporate recruiting function.
• Two or more years of people management in a recruiting or HR function.
• Working knowledge of current employment laws and EEOC guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for full-cycle recruiting and candidate pipeline development.
• Implement process improvements for speed and quality in recruiting.
• Serve as an advisor to executives on talent trends and workforce planning.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Internet Recruiting

Applicant Tracking System technology

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Flexibility

Vendor management skills

Education

B.S. or B.A. degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Sr Manager, Talent Acquisition

Location: Boston, MA. This role requires three days a week at our Newton, MA headquarters.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for full‑cycle recruiting and proactive development of candidate pipelines for specified disciplines.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance speed, quality, and candidate experience.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executives, HR partners, and business leaders, providing insights on talent trends, market conditions, and workforce planning.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition Operations on the development and reporting of talent acquisition metrics.
• Develop, implement, and train on best‑in‑class talent sourcing methodologies and tools.
• Build strong, influential relationships with senior leaders, hiring managers, and cross‑functional partners.
• Represent the TA function with professionalism, confidence, and executive presence.
• Build capabilities within the Talent Acquisition function and provide day‑to‑day management, coaching, and development of team members.
• Seek and implement talent acquisition industry best practices.
• Develop and execute a multi‑source approach that ensures the development of diverse pools of talent.
• Organize recruiting plans for various roles and manage recruiting resources to deliver consistent and timely results.
• Partner with HR Business Partners to develop and engage workforce forecasting that allows the Talent Acquisition team to proactively source candidates.
• Build relationships with vendors; national, regional, and local organizations and associations, as needed.
• Manage the internal applicant tracking system and online recruiting sources to identify talent for open requisitions.
• Ensure full utilization of Talent Acquisition tools and technologies.
• Navigate ambiguity with confidence and flexibility, adapting quickly to shifting business needs.
• Manage miscellaneous projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• B.S. or B.A. degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent.
• 8 or more years of recruiting experience in a corporate recruiting function.
• Two or more years of people management in a recruiting or HR function.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Internet Recruiting, and Applicant Tracking System technology.
• Excellent organizational and communication (written & verbal) skills.
• Working knowledge of current employment laws and EEOC guidelines.
• Proven relationship building, critical thinking, and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated success operating in a fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities and high ambiguity.
• Superior organizational, prioritization, and time‑management skills.
• High levels of professionalism, flexibility, and curiosity.
• Strong vendor management skills.

Compensation

Competitive Pay: $119,634 to $143,561 annually. The actual pay offered will be determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, skills, and geographical location.