Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition at Primient
Des Plaines, IL 60019
About the Job
Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition
Ready for a talent acquisition career with more impact ? Join a market leader in ingredient manufacturing that is poised for a new era of success.
ABOUT PRIMIENT
Established yet entrepreneurial: Primient is an industry leader with proven products, six manufacturing plants, 1500+ employees and deep roots in corn wet milling. Yet we're also a brand-new company that is ready to drive change and create impact.
Inspired by a meaningful purpose: we use renewable sources to produce plant-based ingredients for some of the world's best-known brands. It feels good to produce safe, high-quality, sustainable products - that go into everything from sodas to hand cream and cardboard to clothing.
Poised for a new era of success: we're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every colleague.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for a visionary and dynamic Senior Talent Acquisition Manager to lead our Talent Acquisition strategy at Primient.
In this senior role, you will drive the full lifecycle of talent acquisition, pioneering strategies to attract, develop, and retain top talent aligned with our business goals. You'll lead our team in redefining talent acquisition practices, creating impactful hiring initiatives, and building a strong, diverse pipeline of candidates to support Primient's growth and success.
This role will be instrumental in enhancing our talent strategies with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) and supporting initiatives that not only attract but retain our talent for the long term.
While this position will support talent acquisition globally, initial priority will be strongly focused on supporting growth across our manufacturing sites with roles ranging from process operations through engineering and plant management.
We are on a mission to embed progressive, inclusive hiring practices that bring forward-thinking approaches to talent acquisition and allow Primient to set the industry standard. As a member of our human resources leadership team, you'll work alongside senior and functional leaders to drive the strategy that ensures our teams remain our greatest asset.
Key Responsibilities
As Senior Talent Acquisition Manager, you'll collaborate closely with senior leaders, HR team members, and cross-functional partners to design and lead strategic initiatives:
Qualifications & Requirements
What You'll Bring
Location
This role is open to candidates across our global office locations, with 3 days in office 2 days remote work schedule. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with travel to other locations occasionally.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Rewards & benefits
Competitive salary / 401 K matching and non-contingent matching plans / Healthcare / Medical insurance
Career development
Our structure provides autonomy and accountability in your role. You have scope to develop a depth of expertise and the opportunity to follow career pathways outside the norm.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
We are passionate believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, thrive and progress.
Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.
California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")
The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.
Ready for a talent acquisition career with more impact ? Join a market leader in ingredient manufacturing that is poised for a new era of success.
ABOUT PRIMIENT
Established yet entrepreneurial: Primient is an industry leader with proven products, six manufacturing plants, 1500+ employees and deep roots in corn wet milling. Yet we're also a brand-new company that is ready to drive change and create impact.
Inspired by a meaningful purpose: we use renewable sources to produce plant-based ingredients for some of the world's best-known brands. It feels good to produce safe, high-quality, sustainable products - that go into everything from sodas to hand cream and cardboard to clothing.
Poised for a new era of success: we're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every colleague.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for a visionary and dynamic Senior Talent Acquisition Manager to lead our Talent Acquisition strategy at Primient.
In this senior role, you will drive the full lifecycle of talent acquisition, pioneering strategies to attract, develop, and retain top talent aligned with our business goals. You'll lead our team in redefining talent acquisition practices, creating impactful hiring initiatives, and building a strong, diverse pipeline of candidates to support Primient's growth and success.
This role will be instrumental in enhancing our talent strategies with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) and supporting initiatives that not only attract but retain our talent for the long term.
While this position will support talent acquisition globally, initial priority will be strongly focused on supporting growth across our manufacturing sites with roles ranging from process operations through engineering and plant management.
We are on a mission to embed progressive, inclusive hiring practices that bring forward-thinking approaches to talent acquisition and allow Primient to set the industry standard. As a member of our human resources leadership team, you'll work alongside senior and functional leaders to drive the strategy that ensures our teams remain our greatest asset.
Key Responsibilities
As Senior Talent Acquisition Manager, you'll collaborate closely with senior leaders, HR team members, and cross-functional partners to design and lead strategic initiatives:
- Recruit Talent - Agile coordination of the Talent Acquisition Team to support successful early talent, experienced and executive recruitment. Build and maintain a robust talent pool for future hiring needs, ensuring a continuous flow of qualified candidates.
- Lead Global Talent Acquisition Strategy: Develop and implement a forward-thinking Talent Acquisition roadmap that aligns with business growth objectives, focusing on scalability, market competitiveness, and Primient's vision of inclusivity.
- Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Shape a Diversity, Inclusion & Equity-focused hiring strategy that ensures equity across the candidate lifecycle, from sourcing and interviewing to onboarding. Partner with DE&I Leads and Employee Resource Groups to refine processes for equitable and inclusive hiring.
- Foster Strategic Partnerships: Build strong relationships with executives, HR leadership, and other stakeholders, including Regional HR Business Partners, to co-create and support recruiting strategies that address evolving talent needs.
- Drive Innovation in Talent Practices: Design data-driven recruitment strategies that leverage talent analytics to guide decision-making, optimize recruitment efficiency, and ensure alignment with business priorities.
- Cultivate External Partnerships and Programs: Develop and manage university partnerships, fellowship programs, and talent communities that expand access to underrepresented talent and strengthen our employer brand.
- Elevate Employer Brand: Collaborate with Communications and DE&I teams to enhance our employer branding efforts, reinforcing Primient's position as an employer of choice in the marketplace.
- Streamline Recruitment Processes: Introduce standardized, efficient, and inclusive interview frameworks and candidate evaluation processes that deliver a consistently positive experience and drive best-in-class hiring practices.
- Oversee Talent Acquisition Metrics and Reporting: Establish metrics and KPIs to measure TA effectiveness, support workforce planning, and inform strategic adjustments.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition or similar HR functions, with at least 5 years in a senior or leadership role.
- Expertise in DE&I Recruitment: Proven track record of implementing DE&I initiatives within the talent acquisition process, driving measurable improvements in representation and inclusion.
- Global Mindset: Demonstrated ability to work across cultures with local teams and create globally scalable solutions with regional relevance.
- Technologically Proficient: Advanced proficiency in ATS, HRIS, and Recruitment Marketing tools, alongside a strong grasp of data analytics and reporting.
- Strong Business Acumen: Deep understanding of how talent acquisition impacts business performance, with experience in recruitment for Manufacturing and 24 x 7 shift work required.
- Leadership Skills: Strategic thinker with the ability to lead through influence, adapt to dynamic environments, and manage complex projects independently.
- Agility & Change Resilience: Comfort with ambiguity and evolving priorities; adaptable with a high degree of flexibility and resilience.
- Language Skills: Fluent in English; proficiency in Portuguese or other languages is a plus.
What You'll Bring
- Strategic mindset with the ability to think creatively and take calculated risks.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate data insights into actionable strategies.
- Exceptional communication skills, capable of engaging and influencing executive-level stakeholders.
- Curiosity and a commitment to continuous improvement, staying abreast of industry trends and innovations.
Location
This role is open to candidates across our global office locations, with 3 days in office 2 days remote work schedule. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with travel to other locations occasionally.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Rewards & benefits
Competitive salary / 401 K matching and non-contingent matching plans / Healthcare / Medical insurance
Career development
Our structure provides autonomy and accountability in your role. You have scope to develop a depth of expertise and the opportunity to follow career pathways outside the norm.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
We are passionate believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, thrive and progress.
Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.
California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")
The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.
