Talent Acquisition Partner

At Trek, the HR Team is looking for the next Talent Acquisition Partner to join the Awesome Bus. As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you will serve as a strategic ally to Hiring Managers, leveraging your expertise to identify and attract best in world talent. Your insights and unique perspectives will not only improve Trek’s recruiting processes but also guide internal talent development initiatives. This is a cross-functional role that will focus on both HQ and retail leadership positions. The position will be in person/hybrid based at Trek HQ in Waterloo, WI.  

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide Incredible Hospitality: Ensure seamless communication throughout the recruiting process by providing regular status updates to all stakeholders. 

• Ownership over the full recruitment cycle: While keeping incredible hospitality in mind, guide the candidate through the full recruitment cycle which will include communicating and scheduling interview next steps, providing regular status updates to candidates, and in some instances, organizing and coordinating candidate travel. 

• Identify and Hire Top Talent: Proactively seek out and connect with outstanding candidates. Conduct comprehensive phone and in-person interviews to assess candidates’ cultural add, relevant experience, and knowledge regarding position requirements. Extend offers and assist with the onboarding process for new hires. 

• Innovative Sourcing Techniques: Utilize creative and strategic sourcing methods to identify and engage potential candidates. Leverage platforms such as Indeed, LinkedIn, and other networks to communicate effectively with talent. 

• Strategize with Hiring Managers: Collaborate with hiring managers to gain a deep understanding of their specific needs, challenges, and criteria for successful hires. Develop and implement strategies to build reliable talent pipelines through research, referrals, and sourcing campaigns. 

• Training and Development: Provide training sessions on recruitment processes and best practices for hiring managers and interviewers at all levels. Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement in recruitment techniques across the organization. 

• Drive Continuous Improvement: Work cross-functionally to enhance our employment and recruiting brand, as well as initiatives related to diversity hiring. Regularly solicit feedback to identify areas for improvement and implement changes proactively. 

Position Requirements: 

• Belief that bikes can change the world by getting more people on them every day 

• 2+ years of experience in sourcing, evaluating, recruiting, and hiring top talent 

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills 

• Strong relationship-building abilities 

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively 

• Exceptional organizational skills with a keen attention to detail 

• Confidence in decision-making and the ability to think on your feet 

• A curious mindset with a passion for learning and growth 

• Positive attitude and resilience in facing challenges 

• Experience in retail recruitment (preferred)

• Experience with Workday or similar recruitment software (preferred)

Salary range based on experience: 65-75K

Location: Onsite - Waterloo, WI (hybrid)