Talent Acquisition Specialist - Contract
Bolton, Ontario, Canada, L7E 3A9
Who We Are
Becoming experts on beer doesn't happen overnight - we've been in business since 1927 and today, The Beer Store is the primary distribution and sales channel for beer in Ontario and is owned by 30+ Ontario-based brewers! Through our Retail Stores, Distribution Centres, Draught Services, Customer Experience Centre, and our Corporate Office, we form one large team that is passionate about the beer business. The Beer Store is proud to foster a respectful and inclusive culture that expands and leverages the diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives of our team members to deliver exceptional service for our customers. We continue to be successful by working together, respecting each other, having a positive attitude and by trying new and innovative ideas. Not only are we knowledgeable, passionate, and loyal ambassadors for beer, we’re also health and safety advocates, environmental champions, DEIB enthusiasts and we give proudly back to our communities. #TBS123
The Role
We are currently searching for a dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist reporting to the Manager, Talent Acquisition. This is a 12-month, full-time contract opportunity. As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be a key partner in attracting and hiring top talent across a range of functions at The Beer Store. In this fast-paced, hands-on role, you’ll manage full-cycle recruitment for both corporate and field positions, while also supporting high-volume hiring campaigns and strategic talent initiatives. You’ll collaborate closely with hiring managers and stakeholders across Ontario to deliver an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience. This role also supports recruitment-related projects, events, and systems, helping to strengthen and evolve our overall talent acquisition strategy.
Location
Our Corporate Office is located in Bolton, ON. We offer a hybrid work model with visits into the office a minimum of twice per week and on an as-needed basis depending on the role and function.
What You'll Be Doing
- Full cycle recruitment for non-union full time permanent and contract positions. This includes creating and posting job vacancies, pre-screening, interviewing, conducting references, selection, and offer presentation and negotiation
- Supporting part time union recruitment in logistics and retail
- Support Recruitment Campaigns, typically for Summer Students, Retail Store Managers and Warehouse Workers. Must be able to lead these initiatives if required
- Organize recruitment/talent acquisition and networking events, based on careers and employer brand marketing activities (i.e. job fairs)
- Conduct behavioural and technical telephone and in-person interviews to assess candidate’s ability to succeed in open positions. Some interviews will need to be conducted at a site-specific location within retail stores or distribution centres across Ontario
- Take part in recruitment/talent acquisition activities and networking events, based on careers and employer brand marketing activities (i.e. job fairs)
- Advise and guide hiring managers on organizational recruitment policies and best practices and participate in selection of final candidates. Enforce the use of recruitment templates, evaluation grids and ensure the diversity and inclusion practices and company policies are adhered to
- Travel up to 20% within the entire province of Ontario for in-person interviews
- Track all candidate activity within ATS, system administrative duties as required
- Create offer letters from templates, able to select correct template and edit based on provincial legislation
- Keep detailed interview notes from phone interviews and in-person interviews, utilize candidate evaluation grid
- Create and/or edit phone screen templates, job postings, interview guides and evaluation guides while working closely with hiring manager on job requirements
- Create tests with Hiring Manager for roles to assess required skills and competencies
- Ability to handle first level HR issues effectively and escalate to appropriate HR contact as required
- Support other human resources initiatives and projects as required, including company events, and employee engagement projects
Who You Are - Your Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Education
- Post secondary education in Business, Human Resources or related program preferred
- Completed Certified Human Resources Profession (CHRP) or Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation, (or in progress) is considered an asset
- Valid drivers license with access to a vehicle required
Experience
- Minimum 2 - 4 years of experience in Human Resources and Recruitment
- Must have experience in full cycle recruitment/talent acquisition ideally in both agency and corporate environments (this includes sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer presentation, and negotiation)
- Recruitment experience in a variety of roles including but not limited to: Logistics, Retail, Finance, Marketing, Management, and Technology
- Must have experience using an Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and Applicant Tracking System (ATS); experience working with SAP would be an asset
- Experience with cold calling and talent sourcing; experience with LinkedIn, Indeed and other sourcing databases and Boolean search
Skills
- Demonstrates understanding and working knowledge of relevant Employee and Labour Legislation including Employment Standards Act, Ontario Labour Relations Act, Human Rights Code
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Superior multi-tasking, critical thinking, and communication skills (including written, oral and interpersonal)
- Must be able to travel up to 20% within the entire province of Ontario
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation
What We Offer
Our success as an organization is a result of our commitment to our greatest strength…our people! We believe that any opportunity we can provide to help further your career growth and development is an investment in not only your individual success, but our overall success as a business.
We work to recognize you in meaningful ways including a competitive compensation, a health benefits program, employee & family assistance program, recognition programs, hybrid work arrangement, summer hours, employee special offers, and a casual dress and work environment.
*Benefits and perks are dependent upon role and status and are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to providing a respectful and empowering workplace that values our greatest resource, our people. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging are essential components of our culture that empower us to meet the needs of our employees, customers and communities. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds including racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and any other characteristic. We’re an equal opportunity employer and provide employment accommodation in accordance with provincial legislation. If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
We genuinely thank you for your interest in this opportunity with us. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
