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Talent Acquisition Specialist at DOW

  • Terneuzen

  • Higher Vocational Education

  • 33 - 40

Are you ready to take your recruitment skills to the next level as a Talent Acquisition Specialist in Terneuzen? In this dynamic role, you will play a crucial part in identifying and attracting top talent for various positions. Your expertise will help shape the future of our client's workforce. 

Key responsibilities include:

- Developing and implementing effective sourcing strategies
- Conducting interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates
- Building strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their needs
- Utilizing social media and job boards to enhance visibility

Join a team that values innovation and collaboration while making a significant impact on talent acquisition.

What do you do?

Do you have the ambition to be our Talent Acquisition Specialist at DOW?

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist in Terneuzen, you will play a crucial role in attracting and securing top talent for our clients. Your responsibilities will encompass a variety of tasks designed to streamline the hiring process and ensure that the best candidates are identified and engaged.

You will manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, starting from drafting compelling job descriptions that capture the essence of each role. This involves collaborating with hiring managers to understand their needs and creating job postings that resonate with potential candidates.

Your day-to-day activities will include sourcing candidates through various channels such as social media, professional networks, and job boards. You will utilize innovative techniques to identify passive candidates who may not be actively seeking new opportunities but possess valuable skills.

Conducting thorough candidate screenings is another key responsibility. You will evaluate resumes, conduct initial phone interviews, and assess candidates’ qualifications against the specific requirements of each position. This process helps ensure that only the most suitable candidates progress to the next stages of recruitment.

You will coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a smooth experience for all parties involved. Your organizational skills will be vital in managing multiple interviews and providing timely feedback to both candidates and clients.

Building strong relationships with candidates is essential. You will communicate regularly with them throughout the recruitment process, keeping them informed about their application status and providing constructive feedback when necessary. Your ability to engage with candidates positively impacts their experience and enhances your client’s employer brand.

In addition to direct recruitment activities, you will also contribute to developing talent pipelines for future hiring needs. By maintaining connections with potential candidates even when there are no immediate openings, you help ensure a steady flow of talent for upcoming projects or positions.

Analyzing recruitment metrics is an important aspect of your role. You will track key performance indicators such as time-to-fill, source of hire, and candidate quality to assess the effectiveness of your recruiting strategies. This data-driven approach allows you to make informed decisions about refining processes and improving overall efficiency.

You may also participate in employer branding initiatives aimed at promoting our clients' workplaces as desirable destinations for top talent. This could involve attending career fairs, networking events, or creating engaging content for social media platforms.

Collaboration with other team members is essential as you work together to share best practices, discuss challenges, and celebrate successes in meeting hiring goals. A team-oriented mindset helps foster a supportive environment where everyone contributes towards achieving common objectives.

In summary, your role as a Talent Acquisition Specialist in Terneuzen involves managing the end-to-end recruitment process while focusing on building relationships with candidates and clients alike. By employing strategic sourcing techniques, conducting thorough assessments, analyzing data-driven metrics, and actively engaging in employer branding efforts, you contribute significantly to attracting high-quality talent that aligns with our clients' needs.

What do you get?

  • Competitive Salary
  • 13th month
  • Travel and any tunnel costs will be reimbursed
  • 25 vacation days

This is who you are

This is what we are looking for in our Talent Acquisition Specialist at DOW

To excel as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you should embody a unique blend of skills and competencies that ensure success in identifying and attracting top talent. The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:

- A strong background in recruitment, with at least 3 years of experience in sourcing, interviewing, and selecting candidates across various industries.
- Proficient in utilizing recruitment tools and platforms, including applicant tracking systems (ATS), social media, and job boards to maximize outreach and efficiency.

- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling you to engage with candidates effectively and represent the company professionally.

- A keen understanding of labor market trends, allowing you to tailor recruitment strategies that align with industry demands.

- Strong analytical abilities to assess candidate qualifications against job requirements, ensuring a perfect fit for both the role and the company culture.

- Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and colleagues alike.

- A proactive approach to problem-solving, demonstrating creativity in overcoming challenges that may arise during the recruitment process.

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.

- Familiarity with diversity and inclusion practices, ensuring a fair hiring process that attracts a broad range of candidates.

By meeting these criteria, you will significantly contribute to building an exceptional team that drives success for the organization. Your expertise will be crucial in navigating the ever-evolving landscape of talent acquisition.

About the employer

Dow combineert wereldwijde breedte, integratie en schaalgrootte van activa, gerichte innovatie en expertise op het gebied van materiaalwetenschappen, toonaangevende zakelijke posities en leiderschap op het gebied van milieu, maatschappij en bestuur om winstgevende groei te realiseren en bij te dragen aan een duurzame toekomst. In de Benelux heeft Dow 7 vestigingen waar meer dan 4000 professionals van meer dan 50 nationaliteiten werken op het gebied van supply chain, onderzoek en ontwikkeling, productie en engineering, milieu, gezondheid en veiligheid, duurzaamheid, informatiesystemen en meer. In Nederland heeft Dow productielocaties in Terneuzen, Dordrecht en Delfzijl. Dow Terneuzen is de tweede grootste productielocatie wereldwijd en het kloppend hart van enkele van de bedrijfsfuncties zoals de Integrated Supply Chain organisatie, Human Resources en Finance die samenwerken om duurzame oplossingen aan hun partners in Europa, het Midden-Oosten, Afrika en India aan te bieden.

Interested?

Are you interested in the position of Talent Acquisition Specialist at DOW and want to apply directly? Then click on the ‘apply’ button, and we will contact you as soon as possible to discuss the possibilities. Do you want to know more about the vacancy first, or do you have a question? Then get in touch with Geibory Besems via email or phone.