FMCG Talent Acquisition Lead - Soweto On-Site & Growth

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive bonus

Health benefits

Pension contributions

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Manager for our Soweto-based FMCG client. The role leads recruitment across sales, marketing, operations, supply chain, and corporate services, guiding a small team of recruiters and shaping the talent agenda.

You will partner with business leaders to anticipate needs, craft strategic sourcing plans, and enhance employer branding. This on-site position requires a hands-on, results-driven leader with deep FMCG recruitment expertise.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in talent acquisition, with at least 2 years in a management or leadership role.
• Experience in FMCG sector and its talent dynamics.
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic talent acquisition programs.
• Experience in leading and managing a recruitment team.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to influence senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy aligned with the company's business objectives for the FMCG sector.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of talent acquisition specialists, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle for all positions, from entry-level to senior leadership roles.
• Implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract candidates with specialized skills in sales, marketing, brand management, supply chain, and operations.
• Develop and strengthen employer branding initiatives to position the company as an employer of choice.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business leaders to understand current and future talent needs.
• Manage recruitment budgets and vendor relationships effectively.
• Utilize recruitment analytics to track key metrics, identify trends, and optimize recruitment processes.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and HR policies.
• Contribute to broader HR initiatives, including workforce planning and talent management.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Recruitment analytics

ATS/HRIS

Sourcing channels

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Admin/Marketing

Tools

ATS/HRIS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Manager for our Soweto-based FMCG client. The role leads recruitment across sales, marketing, operations, supply chain, and corporate services, guiding a small team of recruiters and shaping the talent agenda.

You will partner with business leaders to anticipate needs, craft strategic sourcing plans, and enhance employer branding. This on-site position requires a hands-on, results-driven leader with deep FMCG recruitment expertise.