Talent Acquisition Specialist

Introduction Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Ahold Delhaize USA associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more. Overview Manages the entire life cycle recruiting process, from sourcing, assessing, and recruiting inclusive talent for all positions assigned, with a primary focus on supporting corporate recruiting efforts that attract top talent to the organization in a fast‑paced service focused environment. Our flexible/hybrid work schedule includes 3 in‑person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. The location for this role is Quincy, MA. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Responsibilities Identifies and engages top talent aligned with business needs while supporting ADUSA's commitment to an inclusive workplace. Partners with Hiring Managers and TA Leadership to clarify role requirements and recommend effective recruiting strategies that drive successful talent searches. Provides guidance and expertise on recruiting tools and processes, including applicant tracking systems, interview guides, intake sessions, offers, and onboarding workflows. Sources qualified candidates through diverse channels‑job postings, referrals, job fairs, online platforms, community organizations, colleges and universities, networking, and targeted advertising‑while representing ADUSA's employee value proposition. Conducts interviews to assess candidate qualifications, organizational fit, and interest level, and delivers informed recommendations to Hiring Managers based on pre‑screen and interview insights. Manages active and passive candidate pipelines to maintain consistent talent flow for current and future openings. Maintains regular communication with candidates throughout the hiring process to ensure timely updates and a positive experience. Monitors key recruiting metrics, tracks weekly requisition status, and provides visibility into hiring progress, challenges, and trends. Follows documented recruiting policies and practices to keep the hiring process consistent, organized, and aligned with established guidelines. Works on ad hoc recruitment projects as assigned. Additional job duties may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the business and support our values. Requirements Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience. 1+ years of recruiting or HR related experience. Maintains accuracy and consistency when handling candidate information and recruiting documentation. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential candidate information with discretion and professionalism. Solid organizational and time‑management abilities with the capacity to prioritize and handle a high volume of requisitions. Understanding of full‑life‑cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and offer processes. Effective relationship‑building and communication skills, with attention to detail when following recruiting processes and documenting candidate activity. Ability to multi‑task and manage a high volume of requisitions. People‑centric approach with the ability to support a positive experience for candidates and hiring partners. Adaptability and problem‑solving skills in a fast‑paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and standard recruiting tools (SuccessFactors preferred). #J-18808-Ljbffr ViziRecruiter,LLC.