Talent Acquisition Specialist

Brenntag; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Health benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Brenntag is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruiting across branch, technical, commercial, and corporate roles in our chemical distribution business. You will partner with hiring managers to attract, assess, and hire talent that supports safe operations and growth.

You’ll source candidates with industry experience, manage high-volume hiring, and coach leaders on compliant, inclusive hiring practices while maintaining a strong candidate experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent).
• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience.
• Experience recruiting for industrial, distribution, manufacturing, or logistics environments.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and compliance.
• Experience using ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for exempt and non-exempt roles across Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Corporate functions.
• Forecast talent needs with HR and business leaders.
• Support rapid hiring for high-volume distribution center roles.
• Source candidates in chemical distribution or manufacturing with safety-focused mindset.
• Ensure compliant hiring practices and maintain accurate ATS documentation.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

ATS experience

LinkedIn Recruiter

Regulatory compliance understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related

Tools

ATS platforms

Job description

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for full-cycle recruiting across branch, technical, commercial, and corporate roles within the chemical distribution business. This role partners closely with hiring managers to attract, assess, and hire talent that supports safe operations, regulatory compliance, customer-driven sales growth, and supply chain excellence. The Recruiter must understand industry-specific requirements, including EHS, DOT/HAZMAT, and technical skill sets, while delivering an exceptional candidate experience.

Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for exempt and non-exempt positions including:
  • Sales (Account Managers, Technical Sales Specialists)
  • Operations (Warehouse, Drivers, Operations Management)
  • Supply Chain & Logistics
  • EHS, Regulatory, and Quality roles
  • Corporate functions (HR, Finance, IT)
• Partner with HR and business leaders to forecast talent needs supporting growth, acquisitions, and operational continuity.
• Support rapid hiring for high-volume positions at distribution centers.

Industry-Specific Recruiting

• Source candidates with experience in:
  • Chemical distribution or manufacturing
  • HAZMAT handling and DOT-regulated roles
  • CDL drivers (where applicable)
  • Regulatory compliance and safety-focused environments
• Understand and screen for safety mindset , compliance awareness, and technical aptitude.

Sourcing & Employer Branding

• Develop proactive sourcing strategies using LinkedIn, industry networks, trade schools, military transition programs, and referrals.
• Represent the company at job fairs, industry events, and community outreach initiatives.
• Partner with HR and Marketing to promote the company’s safety culture, technical expertise, and career paths.

Stakeholder Partnership

• Consult with hiring managers on:
  • Job requirements and labor market realities
  • Interview best practices
  • Compensation alignment and offers
  • Coach leaders on equitable, inclusive, and legally compliant hiring practices.

Compliance & Process Management

• Ensure recruiting practices comply with:
  • EEOC and OFCCP (if applicable)
  • DOT/FMCSA considerations for driver roles
  • Company safety and EHS policies
• Maintain accurate documentation in the ATS.
• Support onboarding coordination with HR Operations.

Metrics & Continuous Improvement

• Track and report recruiting metrics such as:
  • Time-to-fill
  • Quality of hire
  • Source effectiveness
  • Hiring manager satisfaction
  • Recommend process improvements to enhance hiring efficiency and candidate experience.

Your Profile

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience
• Experience recruiting for industrial, distribution, manufacturing, or logistics environments
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and compliance
• Experience using ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter

Preferred

• Experience in chemical distribution, manufacturing, or regulated industries
• Familiarity with EHS, DOT, HAZMAT, or CDL hiring requirements
• Multi-site or geographically dispersed recruiting experience
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar certification

Our Offer

We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.

• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

Brenntag and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to any category protected by federal, state or local law, including as applicable, applicant’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical condition), genetic information, military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable federal, state, or local law, political affiliation, marital status, membership in an employee organization, parental status, expunged juvenile record, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Brenntag will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. This application is considered current for sixty (60) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application.

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