Lead Recruitment Consultant - Manufacturing & Operations

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Recruitment Consultant to spearhead the Manufacturing & Operations division. This fully remote role allows you to recruit for industrial and operational roles across South Africa, while mentoring a team of consultants.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in manufacturing & operations recruitment, a track record of filling senior roles, and strong business development and client-management skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in recruitment consultancy with Manufacturing & Operations focus.
• Proven track record filling senior-level roles in industrial sectors.
• Experience leading and mentoring a remote team of consultants.
• Strong business development and client management capabilities.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing and operations job market.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with remote teams.
• Proficiency with modern recruitment tools and CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for manufacturing and operations roles from junior to executive.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract top talent in manufacturing.
• Build and manage relationships with key clients and understand needs.
• Oversee and coach a team of recruitment consultants.
• Conduct market research on trends, salaries, and talent availability.
• Drive business development to expand the client base.
• Ensure high standards of service and candidate experience.
• Utilize recruitment technology and CRM systems to improve efficiency.

Skills

Team leadership

Business development

Client management

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Autonomy / self-management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CRM systems

Recruitment tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly respected recruitment consultancy, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Lead Recruitment Consultant to spearhead their Manufacturing & Operations division. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your expertise in recruiting for industrial and operational roles from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, leading recruitment projects, and mentoring a team of consultants. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the manufacturing sector, including supply chain, logistics, production management, and quality control. This role requires a strategic approach to talent acquisition, market analysis, and client relationship management. As a remote-first organization, we provide the tools and support necessary for you to excel in this challenging and rewarding role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end recruitment process for manufacturing and operations roles, from junior to executive levels.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract top talent in the manufacturing industry.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, understanding their business needs and talent challenges.
• Oversee a team of recruitment consultants, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management.
• Conduct in-depth market research to provide insights on industry trends, salary benchmarks, and talent availability.
• Drive business development initiatives to expand the client base within the manufacturing and operations sector.
• Ensure the highest standards of service delivery and candidate experience.
• Utilize and optimize recruitment technology and databases to enhance efficiency.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (7+ years) in recruitment consultancy, with a specialization in Manufacturing & Operations.
• Proven track record of successfully filling senior-level roles within the industrial sector.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and mentoring a recruitment team.
• Strong business development and client management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the manufacturing and operations job market.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a remote team effectively.
• A relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in using modern recruitment tools and CRM systems is essential for this remote role.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Opportunity to lead a specialized recruitment division in a fully remote setting.
• Significant autonomy and influence in shaping recruitment strategies.
• Access to a comprehensive client portfolio and business development support.
• Continuous professional development and opportunities for advancement.
• Work with a forward-thinking and supportive remote-first company.