Recruitment Consultant - FMCG & Retail

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Training & development

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a dedicated Recruitment Consultant to join our FMCG and Retail team on-site in Soweto. You will lead full-cycle recruitment, build strong client relationships, and engage candidates to fill roles across multiple functions.

You will source and screen candidates from entry to management, conduct interviews, negotiate offers, and drive onboarding. The role requires excellent communication, market insight, and a proactive approach to talent acquisition in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recruitment experience in FMCG or Retail preferred.
• Proven ability to source candidates through multiple channels.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong client relationship management and business development capabilities.
• Experience with recruitment software or ATS.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle for roles within the FMCG and Retail industries.
• Source and screen candidates from entry-level to management.
• Develop relationships with clients to understand hiring needs.
• Conduct interviews and assess candidate fit.
• Maintain candidate pipelines and ensure timely delivery.
• Contribute to business development in FMCG and Retail.
• Negotiate offers and support onboarding.
• Deliver high-quality service to clients and candidates.

Skills

Recruitment

Sourcing

Client relationships

Negotiation

Communication

ATS

Education

Business/Marketing/HR degree

Tools

ATS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established recruitment consultancy with a significant footprint in Soweto, Gauteng, is looking for a dedicated Recruitment Consultant to join their Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Retail sector team. This is an on-site role, requiring your presence in our Soweto office to build strong local relationships and facilitate candidate engagement. You will be responsible for sourcing and placing professionals across various functions within FMCG and retail, including sales, marketing, operations, supply chain, and store management. This role requires a candidate with excellent communication skills, a keen understanding of the consumer market, and a proactive approach to identifying talent. You will play a vital role in supporting the growth of businesses within this dynamic sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for roles within the FMCG and Retail industries.
• Source and screen candidates for positions ranging from entry-level to management.
• Develop strong relationships with clients in the FMCG and Retail sectors, understanding their unique needs.
• Conduct effective interviews to assess candidate skills, experience, and suitability.
• Maintain a robust candidate pipeline and ensure timely delivery of qualified professionals.
• Stay informed about market trends, consumer behavior, and talent availability within FMCG and Retail.
• Negotiate employment offers and facilitate the onboarding process for successful candidates.
• Contribute to business development efforts within the specified sectors.
• Ensure a high level of service delivery to both clients and candidates.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of recruitment experience, with exposure to or a strong interest in the FMCG and Retail sectors.
• Proven ability to source candidates effectively through various channels.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Strong client relationship management and business development capabilities.
• Experience with recruitment software and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Ability to work collaboratively in an office environment in Soweto .
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive attitude and a commitment to achieving targets.
• A degree in Business, Marketing, HR, or a related field is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to specialize in the vibrant FMCG and Retail sectors.
• Work with a reputable recruitment consultancy based in Soweto .
• Professional development and ongoing training opportunities.
• Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and success.
• Be part of a company that values its employees and clients.
• Gain valuable experience in a key economic sector.