Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist

CarolinaPower; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CarolinaPower is seeking a Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist to proactively identify, engage, and qualify top-tier talent for current and future needs. You will partner with recruiters, hiring managers, and HR to build pipelines and support the front end of recruiting through handoff.

This role emphasizes sourcing, candidate engagement, and data-driven improvements to outreach, employer branding, and pipeline metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years in sourcing, recruiting, or talent acquisition roles.
• Hands-on experience with sourcing tools and techniques (Boolean search, social recruiting, cold calling etc.).
• Familiarity with ATS/CRM systems and candidate management tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers and recruiters to understand role requirements, job specifications, and ideal candidate profiles.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies tailored to each role, including leveraging Boolean search, social media platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.), job boards, professional associations, referrals, and networking events.
• Identify, attract, and engage passive and active candidates through outbound outreach (email, phone, social media) and maintain engagement over time.
• Build and manage talent pipelines for high-demand roles and future hiring needs.
• Assist with special projects as needed (e.g., diversity sourcing initiatives, campus recruiting, passive talent community development, email campaigns).
• Screen and assess initial candidates (resumes, pre-screen questions, brief screening calls) to evaluate qualifications and fit before moving the candidate forward.
• Maintain and create accurate records in Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or other CRM tools; track sourcing activity, candidate status, communication history, and pipeline metrics.
• Report on sourcing metrics and KPIs (e.g., response rates, pipeline growth, conversion rates) and continuously optimize outreach strategies.
• Stay current on industry trends, labor market intelligence, and competitive hiring practices to inform sourcing strategies.
• Support employer branding and recruitment marketing efforts by representing the company, promoting job opportunities, participating in events, and crafting compelling messaging to candidates.

Skills

Boolean search

Social recruiting

Cold calling

ATS/CRM familiarity

Candidate management

Education

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

Tools

LinkedIn

Indeed

Job description

The Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist is responsible for proactively identifying, engaging, and qualifying top-tier talent for current and future hiring needs. You will partner closely with recruiters, hiring managers, and the broader HR team to build pipelines, conduct outreach to passive candidates, and support the stages of recruitment through to handoff. This role is focused on the front end of recruiting: sourcing and candidate engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Sourcing & Development

• Collaborate with hiring managers and recruiters to understand role requirements, job specifications, and ideal candidate profiles
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies tailored to each role, including leveraging Boolean search, social media platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.), job boards, professional associations, referrals, and networking events
• Identify, attract, and engage passive and active candidates through outbound outreach (email, phone, social media) and maintain engagement over time
• Build and manage talent pipelines for high-demand roles and future hiring needs
• Assist with special projects as needed (e.g., diversity sourcing initiatives, campus recruiting, passive talent community development, email campaigns)

Candidate Assessment & Data Management

• Screen and assess initial candidates (resumes, pre-screen questions, brief screening calls) to evaluate qualifications and fit before moving the candidate forward
• Maintain and create accurate records in Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or other CRM tools; track sourcing activity, candidate status, communication history, and pipeline metrics

Performance Optimization & Employer Branding

• Report on sourcing metrics and KPIs (e.g., response rates, pipeline growth, conversion rates) and continuously optimize outreach strategies
• Stay current on industry trends, labor market intelligence, and competitive hiring practices to inform sourcing strategies
• Support employer branding and recruitment marketing efforts by representing the company, promoting job opportunities, participating in events, and crafting compelling messaging to candidates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Prior experience (2+ years) in sourcing, recruiting, or talent acquisition roles
• Hands-on experience with sourcing tools and techniques (Boolean search, social recruiting, cold calling etc.)
• Familiarity with ATS/CRM systems and candidate management tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a specific domain (e.g. tech, healthcare, finance) or hiring for niche roles
• Experience with diversity, equity & inclusion (DE&I) sourcing strategies
• Certification in sourcing, recruiting, or related fields (e.g. AIRS, HRCI, SHRM)
• Experience with employer branding, recruitment marketing, or content development

Why Join Us

• High-impact role supporting business growth in the Southeast
• Strong partnership with HR and business leaders
• Opportunity to shape how we attract and hire talent

PPC Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.