Remote FMCG Talent Acquisition Lead

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous performance bonus

Fully remote work

Professional development

Access to advanced recruitment tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive recruitment for FMCG clients. This fully remote role offers flexibility to work from anywhere, including Port Elizabeth or beyond, with autonomy to execute strategic hiring plans.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in talent acquisition, strong remote recruitment experience, and a data-driven approach. You will build pipelines, partner with hiring managers, and ensure a fantastic candidate experience while scaling

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in talent acquisition, preferably FMCG.
• Strong ability to manage multiple roles and stakeholders remotely.
• Proven track record in sourcing top talent and building pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement talent acquisition strategies for FMCG clients.
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from entry to leadership.
• Source passive and active candidates via LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, events, and referrals.
• Screen candidates, conduct interviews, and assess fit.
• Build relationships with hiring managers, acting as trusted advisor.
• Provide market insights on talent availability and compensation trends.
• Develop and maintain a robust talent pipeline for critical roles.
• Ensure positive candidate experience and uphold employer brand.
• Utilize recruitment analytics to track progress and drive improvements.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Remote hiring

Stakeholder management

Interviewing

ATS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

ATS systems

Recruitment marketing tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive recruitment for FMCG clients. This fully remote role offers flexibility to work from anywhere, including Port Elizabeth or beyond, with autonomy to execute strategic hiring plans.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in talent acquisition, strong remote recruitment experience, and a data-driven approach. You will build pipelines, partner with hiring managers, and ensure a fantastic candidate experience while scaling