Talent Acquisition Specialist

TRADEBE; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Student loan repayment assistance

Generous vacation and sick plans

401k Retirement match

Career ladders and promotion opportunities

Great work environment and culture

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment firm in Merrillville, Indiana, is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage full-cycle recruitment and provide insights on workforce decisions. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and experience in building talent pipelines. Strong sourcing capabilities and proficiency in ATS platforms like SuccessFactors or SmartRecruiters are essential. The company offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in-house across various roles and business areas.
• Ability to build pipelines and leverage ATS platforms.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment, including strategies and job postings.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines through sourcing.
• Analyze labor markets and compensation trends.

Skills

Full-cycle recruitment experience

Sourcing capabilities

Proficiency in Microsoft 365

Clear communication skills

Strong organization and time-management skills

Education

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

Tools

ATS platforms (SuccessFactors or SmartRecruiters)

Job description

Overview

The Talent Acquisition Specialist serves as a strategic partner to the business, driving full cycle hiring while delivering insights that inform workforce decisions. This role blends talent sourcing, market analysis, and recruitment operations to build strong pipelines, guide hiring leaders, and ensure an efficient and equitable hiring process from intake through offer.

Key Job Responsibilities

Full Cycle Recruitment Management

Lead end‑to‑end recruitment by developing tailored hiring strategies, managing job postings, sourcing and screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and supporting offer development and negotiation.

Build and maintain active and passive talent pipelines through targeted sourcing and ongoing relationship-building, while representing the organization at community, university, and industry events.

Partner closely with hiring leaders through intake meetings, structured interview support, and regular requisition updates, providing data‑backed guidance that shapes hiring decisions and improves overall talent strategy.

Talent Market Insights

Analyze labor markets, competitor activity, and compensation trends to inform recruitment strategy and recommend adjustments to requirements, timelines, or role structure.

Technology, Compliance & Reporting

Maintain accurate ATS documentation, ensure adherence to compliance and EEO guidelines, and identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve candidate experience.

Other duties as assigned.

Do you have what it takes?

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or related field; equivalent experience accepted.
• Full‑cycle recruitment experience, preferably in-house, across a variety of roles and business areas.
• Proven ability to build pipelines and leverage ATS platforms; experience with SuccessFactors or SmartRecruiters is a plus.
• Strong sourcing capabilities and proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, SharePoint, Teams)
• Clear, professional communication skills and the ability to influence and set expectations.
• Strong organization and time‑management skills to handle shifting requisition volumes.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment

Why Tradebe is Right for You

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Generous vacation and sick plans
• Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
• 401k Retirement match
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings accounts (HSA)
• Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
• Leadership opportunities
• Great work environment and culture
• And MORE!

Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.