Senior Consultant - Global Talent Acquisition

Metro Global Solution Center (MGSC) is internal solution partner for METRO, a €31 Billion international wholesaler with operations in more than 30 countries. The store network comprises a total of 623 stores in 21 countries, of which 522 offer out-of-store delivery (OOS), and 94 dedicated depots. In 12 countries, METRO runs only the delivery business by its delivery companies (Food Service Distribution, FSD). 

HoReCa and Traders are core customer groups of METRO. The HoReCa section includes hotels, restaurants, catering companies as well as bars, cafés and canteen operators. The Traders section includes small grocery stores and kiosks. The majority of all customer groups are small and medium-sized enterprises as well as sole traders. METRO helps them manage their business challenges more effectively. 

MGSC, location wise is present in Pune (India), Düsseldorf (Germany) and Szczecin (Poland). We provide HR, Finance, IT & Business operations support to 31 countries, speak 24+ languages and process over 18,000 transactions a day. We are setting tomorrow’s standards for customer focus, digital solutions, and sustainable business models. For over 10 years, we have been providing services and solutions from our two locations in Pune and Szczecin. This has allowed us to gain extensive experience in how we can best serve our internal customers with high quality and passion. We believe that we can add value, drive efficiency, and satisfy our customers.

About the Role

Are you a passionate talent acquisition professional, capable of working in a high-impact, agile team? Join our dynamic Global TA team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting hiring initiatives across the EU region for a leading wholesale organization. As a key member, you will be responsible for sourcing, attracting, and engaging top talent to meet the evolving needs of our growing organization.

Responsibilities:

• Recruiting basis, the Hiring Forecast in the EU Region.
• Partner with hiring managers and stakeholders to identify global talent needs and develop comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
• Utilize a variety of sourcing methods, including online platforms, social media, networking events, and industry-specific channels to identify and engage potential candidates.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments, including resume screening, phone, and video interviews, and in-person interviews, to evaluate candidates' qualifications and cultural fit.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, interview scheduling, feedback collection, offer negotiation, and onboarding procedures.
• Build and maintain a strong candidate pipeline for current and future hiring needs, ensuring a continuous flow of qualified candidates.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, market conditions, and recruitment best practices to enhance the talent acquisition process and ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Provide regular reports and updates on recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, source effectiveness, candidate conversion rates, and other key performance indicators.
• Act as a brand ambassador for METRO, promoting our values, culture, and opportunities to prospective candidates.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4-8 years of experience in talent acquisition - global recruitment, preferred in the EU shift.
• Proven track record of successfully sourcing and hiring top talent in a competitive market.
• Strong knowledge of various recruitment channels, including online platforms, social media, and professional networks
• Excellent interviewing and assessment skills to evaluate candidates' technical and behavioral competencies.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other HR software tools.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to establish rapport with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on delivering results.
• Experience working in a global or multicultural environment is preferred.