Senior Executive Talent Acquisition

Talent Acquisition Business Partner

Location: Harvey, IL

Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)

Compensation: $100,000–$120,000 base salary + bonus

About the Company

Our client is a well-established manufacturing organization focused on operational excellence, innovation, and building strong, high-performing teams. This role partners closely with business leaders to deliver strategic, forward-thinking talent solutions across technical, professional, and senior leadership roles.

Position Overview

The Talent Acquisition Business Partner will act as a strategic advisor to hiring leaders while remaining hands-on in full-cycle recruiting execution. This role is responsible for leading complex and high-impact searches, supporting executive-level hiring, and developing scalable recruiting strategies within a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate brings strong executive presence, consultative influence, and experience navigating niche and hard-to-fill recruiting challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage full-cycle recruiting for exempt, non-exempt, and senior-level positions
• Partner closely with business leaders to design and execute strategic talent acquisition plans
• Lead searches for senior leadership roles, including Director level and above
• Execute hiring for niche and hard-to-fill roles, including engineering, chemistry, and other technical specialties
• Develop creative sourcing and recruiting strategies for complex talent needs
• Provide consultative guidance on workforce planning, talent pipelines, and hiring decisions
• Build strong relationships with executive stakeholders and hiring managers
• Leverage data, market insights, and recruiting metrics to drive effective hiring outcomes
• Deliver a high-touch, positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process
• Influence decisions through clear communication, problem-solving, and strong business acumen
• Support multi-site hiring initiatives, with limited travel as required

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred
• At least six years of progressively responsible experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes
• Proven success supporting senior-level and executive hiring, including Director-level roles and above
• Hands-on experience filling specialized, hard-to-source positions, particularly within engineering, chemistry, or other technical functions
• Track record of developing creative, strategic recruiting approaches for complex or highly competitive searches
• Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively and build credibility with senior stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to analyze challenges, influence outcomes, and drive sound hiring decisions
• Professional recruiting or HR certifications (e.g., SHRM, PHR, AIRS) are a plus
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10%, including occasional travel to California and Mexico

Benefits (Overview)

• Competitive base salary and annual bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Hybrid work environment with onsite collaboration

LHH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.