Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition

Job Description

Job Description

Ergon Inc. seeks a full-time Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition to join our Human Resources team in Flowood, MS. The Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition, leads the execution and continuous improvement of Ergon's enterprise recruiting strategy, with a strong emphasis on building a Center of Excellence (COE) model for salaried hiring. This role ensures consistent, high-quality hiring outcomes through a disciplined, scalable, and data-driven approach, while strengthening proactive talent pipelines across experienced and early career talent.By establishing standardized recruiting practices and elevating hiring manager capability, this role enables the organization to move from reactive hiring to a strategic, pipeline-driven model. In close partnership with HR Business Partners, Talent Management, and business leaders, the Senior Manager ensures recruiting efforts align with business priorities and future capability needs while delivering an exceptional candidate experience grounded in Respectful Relationships and Empowered Service.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor 's degree required8+ years of progressive experience in Talent AcquisitionExperience leading recruiting teams in a multi-function or multi-business environmentDemonstrated success building scalable recruiting processes and operating modelsExperience partnering with and influencing business leaders on hiring decisionsStrong analytical and data-driven decision-making skillsPreferred Qualifications:Experience building or operating within a recruiting Center of Excellence (COE), particularly for salaried hiringStrong expertise in structured interviewing and selection methodologiesExperience developing proactive talent pipelines, including early career programsProven ability to improve hiring manager capability and accountabilityStrong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skillsExperience reducing reliance on external search firms through internal capability building Duties and Key Responsibilities:Define and execute enterprise recruiting strategy aligned to workforce plans and business prioritiesBuild and lead a Center of Excellence (COE) for salaried recruiting, establishing standardized processes, tools, and service delivery modelsEstablish and enforce recruiting standards, service levels (SLAs), and consistent practices across all business unitsBuild and maintain proactive talent pipelines for critical and salaried roles, reducing reliance on reactive recruitingLead university relations and early talent programs (internships, co-ops, and conversion pipelines) to support long-term workforce needsImprove quality of hire through structured selection, assessment, and interview practicesDrive consistency and rigor in candidate evaluation and hiring decisions across the enterprisePartner with HR Business Partners and business leaders to prioritize hiring needs and ensure alignmentBuild hiring manager capability in interviewing, candidate evaluation, and decision-making, reinforcing accountability for outcomesMonitor and improve key metrics including time-to-fill, offer acceptance rates, and first-year retentionDrive operational excellence through standardization, process improvement, and effective use of recruiting systems and toolsOptimize recruiting team capacity, workload balancing, and delivery model to support COE effectivenessLeverage data and analytics to identify risks, improve performance, and inform recruiting strategyLead and develop the Talent Acquisition team, fostering a high-performing, accountable, and service-oriented culture aligned to Selfless LeadershipWhy Ergon Inc.? At Ergon, we are a relationship-driven, family-owned company that values the growth and contributions of each employee. Headquarters in Flowood, Mississippi, we take pride in maintaining a close-knit, small-company atmosphere while offering exceptional career opportunities. With approximately 4,500 employees, we operate in multiple sectors, including pavement & pavement preservation, specialty refining, logistics, construction, and specialty chemicals. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we are committed to fostering a workplace where talent is recognized, rewarded, and empowered. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:Competitive pay401(k) matching & profit sharingHealth, Dental, Vision, and Life InsuranceShort- and Long-Term Disability PlansAdditional voluntary benefitsPaid holidays, vacation, and sick leaveTuition assistanceOpportunity to shape enterprise-wide compensation strategyCollaborative, inclusive, and performance-driven cultureCareer growth in a dynamic, diversified organizationAt Ergon Inc., we live by our core values: Empowered Service: Together, we're committed to delivering unparalleled service. We do what's right, provide solutions, and foster stronger relationships with our teams and customers. Employee safety is our top priority and the first consideration in all aspects of our service. That's empowered service.Selfless Leadership: We lead with compassion and put those around us before ourselves. We don't say we're experts; we demonstrate it through technical expertise, category innovation, and care for what we do. We call this selfless leadership.Purposeful Growth: We believe employee and company growth go hand in hand. We build our legacy together to ensure future success through purposeful growth. The company has continually reinvested tremendously back into the business, not just growing for the sake of growing but growing carefully and strategically.Respectful Relationships: Together, we foster a culture of respect, acceptance, and diversity of ideas and people. Our differences make us stronger. We're united by our shared values, constantly forging respectful relationships.Come and join the Ergon team!We are an EEO/AAP employer.Job Role: Senior Manager, Talent AcquisitionLocation: Flowood, MS 

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