Talent Acquisition Specialist

Nefco Corporation; East Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

401(k) with company match

PTO & holidays

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Career development

Hybrid/Remote options

Job summary

NEFCO, a leading family-operated construction supply distributor with 85+ locations, seeks a Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive full-cycle recruiting across logistics, warehouse, sales, and corporate roles, including our Total Tool business. You will build pipelines, partner with hiring managers, and own candidate care in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates thrive in a high-volume setting, demonstrate strong sourcing skills, and leverage Paylocity and ATS to monitor metrics while

Qualifications

• 4+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience.
• Proven success proactively sourcing and recruiting active and passive candidates.
• Experience managing multiple requisitions in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Experience across multiple geographic markets and locations.
• Recruiting experience in distribution, logistics, supply chain, construction supply, or related industries preferred.
• Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and ATS; Paylocity experience preferred.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Ability to influence hiring decisions and manage expectations.

Responsibilities

• Full-Cycle Recruiting: Manage recruiting across multiple locations and functions, including high-volume roles.
• Hiring Manager Partnership: Collaborate with managers to define requirements and strategies.
• Proactive Sourcing: Engage active and passive candidates via multiple channels.
• Talent Pipeline Development: Build pipelines to support current and future needs.
• Candidate Assessment: Screen, interview, and present recommendations.
• Interview Coordination: Schedule interviews and provide timely feedback.
• Offer & Pre-Employment: Facilitate offers, background checks, and onboarding.
• ATS Management & Reporting: Maintain recruiting data and metrics.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Sourcing

Multi-location recruiting

Recruiting operations

LinkedIn Recruiter

Paylocity

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business

Tools

Paylocity

Applicant Tracking Systems

Indeed

Job description

Description

About NEFCO

NEFCO is a leading, family-operated construction supply distributor serving professional contractors across the United States. With 85+ locations nationwide, continued branch openings, and significant investment in our people and operations, NEFCO is growing faster than ever, creating outstanding opportunities for motivated people who want to grow with us.

In 2025, NEFCO was officially certified as a Great Place to Work®, a recognition driven entirely by our employees. We are proud of what we have built and even more excited about where we are going.

Position Summary

The Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a key role in supporting NEFCO's continued growth by identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent across the organization. This position manages full-cycle recruiting with a strong emphasis on proactive sourcing, building candidate pipelines, and partnering with hiring managers to meet staffing needs.

This role supports positions across logistics, warehouse operations, sales, customer service, and corporate functions, including opportunities within our Total Tool business. The ideal candidate is a resourceful, results-driven recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of their searches, and is passionate about connecting great people with great opportunities.

What You'll Do

• Full-Cycle Recruiting: Manage recruiting efforts across multiple locations and business functions, including high-volume, specialized, and professional positions.
• Hiring Manager Partnership: Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, establish position requirements, and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Proactive Sourcing: Identify and engage active and passive candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, referrals, networking, and other sourcing channels.
• Talent Pipeline Development: Build and maintain candidate pipelines to support current hiring needs, future growth, and difficult-to-fill positions.
• Candidate Assessment: Review applications, conduct phone screens and interviews, evaluate qualifications, and present recommendations to hiring managers.
• Interview Coordination: Schedule interviews, facilitate feedback, and maintain consistent communication with candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring process.
• Offer & Pre-Employment Process: Partner with hiring managers and HR to facilitate offers, background checks, motor vehicle reports, drug screenings, and onboarding requirements.
• ATS Management & Reporting: Maintain accurate recruiting information in Paylocity, track recruiting activity, and monitor key metrics.
• Recruitment Strategy & Growth: Support hiring initiatives related to new branch openings, geographic expansion, workforce planning, and organizational growth.
• Employer Branding: Represent NEFCO at career fairs, hiring events, and networking opportunities while promoting our culture and delivering a positive candidate experience.
• Process Improvement: Support hiring manager training, ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies, and identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes.

What Success Looks Like

Within your first 90 days, you will develop a strong understanding of NEFCO's business, establish productive relationships with hiring managers, become proficient in Paylocity, and independently manage assigned recruiting efforts.

Long-term success means consistently identifying qualified talent, maintaining strong candidate pipelines, delivering an exceptional candidate experience, and meeting hiring objectives with a sense of urgency and accountability.

Why Join NEFCO?

We believe our people are the foundation of our success. As part of our team, you'll enjoy competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and eight paid holidays
• Company-paid life and short-term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave options
• Voluntary life, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Continued professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Hybrid or remote work opportunities, depending on business needs

Requirements

What You'll Need to Succeed

• 4+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience required; staffing agency experience preferred.
• Proven success proactively sourcing and recruiting active and passive candidates.
• Experience managing multiple requisitions in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Experience managing full-cycle recruiting across multiple geographic markets, supporting hiring needs across various locations and regions.
• Previous recruiting experience in distribution, logistics, supply chain, construction supply, or related industries preferred.
• Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and Applicant Tracking Systems; Paylocity experience preferred.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Ability to assess candidate qualifications, influence hiring decisions, and effectively manage hiring manager expectations.
• Demonstrated sense of urgency, accountability, and ability to independently manage recruiting priorities.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Working knowledge of employment laws, recruiting best practices, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience considered.