Manager, Talent Acquisition jobs in Madison, WI

Business Overview

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK,and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforceof over 3,000 employees and growing. We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics,partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainablefuture.Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world.At Genus we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-termdisability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, company stock purchase program, paid holidays, and ETO (employeetime off).

Role Overview

Genus Plc has an exciting opportunity. We are seeking a strategic Global Talent Acquisition Manager tooversee the talent acquisition function. The role is responsible for leading and developing a team of TA/recruitingprofessionals and supporting Genus’s business units. The successful candidate takes ownership, is customerfocused, results-driven, radiates expertise, collaborates broadly, and is innovative. You are a clear andinfluential communicator who builds effective relationships and partnerships with internal and externalstakeholders.This position is onsite 3 days per week, relocation is not provided. Resumes are not being accepted by staffingagencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

You will:• Report to the Director of Talent Acquisition and sit within the Center of Excellence (COE) onsite in ourDeForest, WI US headquarters.• Develop and lead a high-performing team of talent acquisition specialists (TAS) responsible for deliveringhigh-quality services. Work with the team to set team and personal goals, provide training, manageperformance, and conduct reviews.• Support the company’s people strategy by identifying areas for continuous improvement to attract,source, screen, interview, hire, and onboard top talent. Ensure DEI initiatives are properly supported,and diverse candidate pipelines are presented to hiring leaders.• Lead the building and implementation of competency-based hiring and support the building ofcompetency and skill in managers and employees representing our brand and helping to assess andhire candidates.• Act as the ATS subject matter expert and system administrator, identify areas for improvement andcollaborate with our HRIS team and vendor to implement system changes.• Establish and maintain all TA reporting, metrics, KPIs for weekly, monthly, quarterly and annualreporting and utilize Power BI and iCIMs reporting to monitor and evaluate vacancies and recruiter / TASrequisition load.• Collaborate with the L&D COE to co-lead the creation and implementation of competency-basedinterview training and conduct or support hiring manager and interview team training.• Attend business unit leaders’ meetings and serve as a Talent Acquisition champion / change agent,informing managers of the TA services, capabilities and process.• Respond to shifting priorities to meet business needs, advise on best practices related to optimizing TAfunctionality and effectiveness, and identify win/win solutions.• Continuously evaluates the most scalable model for service delivery, which may include resourcesoutside of the U.S. and/or vendors.• Develop, foster, and maintain positive working relationships with internal stakeholders and employees.• Oversee relationships, sourcing and hiring with military and educational institutions.• Ensure that world-class environmental health and safety work processes and results are in place andconsistently utilized.• Uphold the Genus core values, mission, and vision.• Position may require work responsibilities outside of normal business hours. Performs other projects andresponsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications: (required)• Bachelor’s Degree plus 10 years of human resources experience; additional years of related experiencemay offset education.• 5 plus years of Talent Acquisition Manager experience to include:o Proven leadership in managing and developing a TA team.o Demonstrated track record of delivering results with matrixed global organization.o Working knowledge of employment laws and regulations related to hiring.o Experience hiring both exempt and non-exempt talent.o Functional experience as a full life-cycle recruiter / talent acquisition specialist.o Previous experience implementing an applicant tracking system, iCIMS preferred not required.• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:• Global recruiting experience to include one or more regions - EMEA, LATAM and ASIAPAC• Experience experience developing and nurturing an “Employment Brand”.• Vendor management experience preferred.• Experience in agriculture, biotechnology, or life sciences preferred

Equal Employment Opportunities

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.