Talent Acquisition Partner

Empresa Confidencial; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 104,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k match

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Elizabeth, NJ is seeking a Talent Acquisition Business Partner. This role involves leading recruitment strategies, promoting diversity, and partnering with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources and at least 7 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, preferably in logistics. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Talent Acquisition within an international organization.
• Proven experience recruiting mid- and senior-level roles in logistics or industrial sectors.
• Demonstrated success in leading pipeline and headhunting initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full recruitment cycle for mid- and senior-level roles across key operational areas.
• Embed inclusive hiring practices and build diverse talent pipelines.
• Build trusted partnerships with business leaders for consistent hiring experiences.

Skills

Strategic Recruiting

Candidate Experience

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Stakeholder Engagement

Employer Branding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

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Base pay range

$104,000.00/yr - $112,000.00/yr

As a Talent Acquisition Business Partner, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future workforce across the United States — supporting our terminals in Elizabeth (NJ), Los Angeles (CA), Mobile (AL), Miami (FL) and selected roles in Charlotte (NC).

This role offers the opportunity to travel up to 25% to our terminals, fostering strong partnerships with local teams and deepening your understanding of the business and its people.

We offer competitive compensation, an inclusive benefits package, and access to world‑class learning and growth opportunities. You’ll join a team that values collaboration, fairness, respect, and continuous development, all while being part of a company that truly invests in its people.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment Strategy & Execution: Lead the full recruitment cycle for mid‑ and senior level roles across key operational and functional areas. Partner closely with Hiring Managers and Human Resources Business Partners to define priorities, share market insights, and design targeted sourcing strategies that attract exceptional and diverse talent.
• Actively contribute to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) efforts by embedding inclusive hiring practices, building diverse talent pipelines, and ensuring equitable candidate experience across all stages of recruitment.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build trusted partnerships with business leaders and HR teams to anticipate talent needs, provide market intelligence, and deliver consistent, high quality hiring experiences from intake to offer.
• Employer Branding & Early Career: Strengthen APM Terminals’ visibility as an employer of choice by collaborating with Global and Regional Employer Branding specialists. Support Early Career programs such as internships and graduate initiatives and represent the company at career fairs and industry events.
• Ad‑Hoc Projects & Continuous Improvement: Drive initiatives that enhance recruitment efficiency, culture, and stakeholder engagement. Review key metrics and feedback to identify opportunities, implement improvements, and continuously elevate our talent acquisition practices.

Who We’re Looking For

You’re a strategic recruiter who thrives on connecting great talent with great opportunities. You care deeply about candidate experience, bring energy to every interaction, and enjoy collaborating across cultures and geographies. You’re adaptable, data‑driven, and confident navigating change in a dynamic, global environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Talent Acquisition within an international and matrixed organization.
• Proven experience recruiting mid‑ and senior‑level roles, preferably in logistics, container port operations, or industrial sectors, with strong strategic hiring capabilities.
• Demonstrated success leading pipeline and headhunting initiatives to attract specialized and high‑potential talent.
• Strong proficiency in Workday or other Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Fluent in English (Spanish and/or Portuguese is a strong advantage).

You Should Be

• Exceptional communicator – builds trust and connection through authentic, clear, and respectful dialogue.
• Organized and agile – manages multiple pipelines and priorities with structure and calm under pressure.
• Assertive and proactive – takes ownership, anticipates needs, and drives results with integrity.
• Influential and persuasive – inspires confidence, engages passive talent, and aligns stakeholders around shared goals.
• Inspirational presence – a natural connector who energizes and motivates others.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel: Occasional travel to terminals within the US.

Job Type: Full Time

Benefits: Full‑time employees are eligible for Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, and 401k match.

You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. to be considered for this position.

General office setting, typically the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work, usually at a computer terminal – with short breaks or lunch period. May be some bending/stooping, reaching above shoulder level, walking; standing; carrying of light items such as papers, books, or packages of up to 25 pounds. Should be able to hear & speak clearly using phone / headset to communicate with colleagues and customers; be able to navigate, view & enter information on the computer. Occasional work may be needed outdoors in the Terminal Yard, which may have exposure to outdoor weather elements.