Senior Sourcer

Together we change lives.

Kelly is a team of experts driven by our belief that the impact of the right person in the right job is limitless.  

No matter where you are in your career journey you can apply your knowledge and passion to move people, organizations, and communities forward.  You’ll have opportunities to grow your expertise and capabilities, both professionally and personally.  As a team we celebrate inclusion, caring and collaboration.  As a company we value your contribution, we work with integrity, and we always put people first – so your impact really will change lives.

Typical Job Duties

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to attract and engage top talent, aligning with organizational goals and talent acquisition strategies.
• Conduct comprehensive market research to identify trends, benchmarks, and best practices in talent acquisition and sourcing.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and develop targeted sourcing strategies to meet those requirements.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques and tools to identify and engage passive candidates, ensuring a diverse and inclusive talent pipeline.
• Evaluate and optimize sourcing channels and methods to maximize efficiency and effectiveness, including social media, job boards, and employee referral programs.
• Monitor and analyze sourcing metrics and KPIs to assess performance, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions.
• Build and maintain relationships with external recruitment agencies and vendors to ensure high-quality candidate delivery and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide guidance and training to junior sourcing team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Stay abreast of industry developments and emerging technologies in sourcing and talent acquisition, and recommend innovative solutions to enhance sourcing efforts.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate sourcing strategies with overall talent acquisition and employer branding initiatives, ensuring a cohesive and effective recruitment process.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and candidate relationship management (CRM) tools.
• Expertise in Boolean search strategies and advanced database querying for talent sourcing.
• Experience with data analytics tools to measure and optimize sourcing effectiveness.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and professional networks for strategic candidate outreach.

Soft Skills

• Ability to lead and mentor junior sourcing team members.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop innovative sourcing strategies.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to engage with hiring managers and candidates.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic thinking to advise on long-term talent acquisition plans and market trends.

Work Experience (Minimum)

5+ years

A career level professional role, which requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge of related job discipline, solves complex problems, works independently (with minimal guidance), may lead projects or have accountability for project steps within a broader project or on-going activities of objectives, acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. (This is a level at which a career may stabilize for many years or until retirement).

The annual base pay for this position is listed below. Final compensation will be based on experience and may vary by geographic location.  

Total compensation package including benefits as applicable to the position – understanding that each person has unique professional and personal needs focused on your total well-being.  Explore our range of benefits at: Kelly Services | People Regular Staff 

Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, including, but not limited to, race, gender, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.