Strategic Talent Sourcing Lead for Diverse Pipelines

Vizient, Inc; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. in Irving, Texas is seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist to develop proactive sourcing strategies and build diverse talent pipelines for critical roles.

You will partner with Talent Acquisition Partners and business leaders to identify, engage, and nurture high-quality candidates aligned with current and future workforce needs. You will bring deep market expertise, creative outreach, and data-driven insights to elevate Vizient’s competitive position in talent sourcing while

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sourcing or talent acquisition experience.
• Demonstrated success sourcing for complex, specialized, or senior-level roles
• Strong understanding of labor market dynamics and competitive talent landscapes
• Advanced proficiency with sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, talent databases, research platforms, etc.)
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to influence without direct authority

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Pipeline Development: Design and execute innovative sourcing strategies for high-impact and niche roles
• Build and maintain proactive pipelines aligned to workforce planning priorities
• Conduct talent mapping and market research to identify competitive talent pools
• Develop and manage talent communities for ongoing engagement
• Business & TA Partnership: Partner with Talent Acquisition Partners and hiring leaders to understand role requirements and business drivers
• Provide labor market intelligence, competitive insights, and talent availability data
• Advise on sourcing strategies that align with diversity and inclusion goals
• Support intake meetings with market perspective and recommended search strategies
• Candidate Engagement: Identify and engage passive candidates through creative outreach techniques
• Craft compelling messaging tailored to targeted talent segments
• Conduct initial outreach conversations and pre-screening as appropriate
• Maintain ongoing candidate relationships for future opportunities
• Data & Market Intelligence: Leverage sourcing tools, platforms, and analytics to optimize pipeline development
• Track sourcing effectiveness, conversion rates, and pipeline health
• Analyze trends to refine sourcing approaches and improve results
• Share competitive insights with TA and HR leadership
• Operational Excellence: Maintain accurate candidate data within the applicant tracking system
• Utilize sourcing technologies and platforms effectively
• Continuously explore new sourcing channels and tools
• Ensure compliance with hiring policies and applicable employment laws

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Pipeline development

Talent acquisition

Labor market analysis

Stakeholder influence

Communication

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Talent databases

Research platforms

Job description

Vizient, Inc. in Irving, Texas is seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist to develop proactive sourcing strategies and build diverse talent pipelines for critical roles.

You will partner with Talent Acquisition Partners and business leaders to identify, engage, and nurture high-quality candidates aligned with current and future workforce needs. You will bring deep market expertise, creative outreach, and data-driven insights to elevate Vizient’s competitive position in talent sourcing while