Recruitment Consultant - Retail & FMCG

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and commission

Hybrid work model

Professional development and growth

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is expanding its team in Paarl, Western Cape, seeking a dynamic Recruitment Consultant focused on Retail and FMCG. The role combines sourcing, screening and placing talent across sales, marketing, operations and management with a hybrid work model.

You will build strong client relationships, understand market trends, and devise effective sourcing strategies to attract top candidates while negotiating offers and ensuring smooth placements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant or in a client-facing role.
• Demonstrable knowledge of or interest in the Retail and FMCG industries.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and establish trust with diverse candidates and clients.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and online sourcing tools.
• A results-oriented attitude and a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for roles within the Retail and FMCG sectors.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates for positions ranging from entry-level to management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients in the retail and FMCG industries.
• Understand the specific demands and trends within the retail and FMCG markets.
• Develop effective sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates.
• Negotiate offers and ensure a smooth placement process.
• Maintain accurate candidate and client information in the recruitment database.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets for the designated sectors.
• Provide a high level of service to clients and candidates.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying potential new clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Sourcing & interviewing

Hybrid work adaptability

Sales/customer service

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Recruitment software

Online sourcing tools

Job description

About the Role

WhatJobs Direct, a leading recruitment consultancy, is expanding its team and seeks a dynamic Recruitment Consultant to focus on the Retail and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sectors. This role, based in the picturesque town of Paarl, Western Cape , will involve sourcing and placing talent across various functions within these fast-paced industries, from sales and marketing to operations and management. The position offers a hybrid work model, providing a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility to enhance work-life balance. You will be instrumental in identifying high-caliber candidates who can drive success for our clients. Our client is dedicated to providing expert recruitment solutions and seeks an individual with a passion for connecting talent with opportunity in the retail and FMCG markets. This is an excellent chance to develop your career within a supportive and growing consultancy, leveraging your skills in the vibrant Paarl region.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for roles within the Retail and FMCG sectors.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates for positions ranging from entry-level to management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients in the retail and FMCG industries.
• Understand the specific demands and trends within the retail and FMCG markets.
• Develop effective sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates.
• Negotiate offers and ensure a smooth placement process.
• Maintain accurate candidate and client information in the recruitment database.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets for the designated sectors.
• Provide a high level of service to clients and candidates.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying potential new clients.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant or in a similar client-facing role.
• Demonstrable knowledge of or interest in the Retail and FMCG industries.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and establish trust with diverse candidates and clients.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and online sourcing tools.
• A results-oriented attitude and a proactive approach.
• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment.
• A relevant tertiary qualification is advantageous.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with the Paarl, Western Cape business landscape is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and an attractive commission structure.
• Hybrid working model for a flexible work-life balance.
• Opportunity to specialize in vibrant and dynamic industries.
• Work for a reputable and expanding recruitment consultancy.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Supportive team culture.