Description:
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Recruitment Consultant to manage high-volume recruitment campaigns for retail operations in Port Elizabeth. This role focuses on sourcing, screening, and placing candidates for bulk hiring needs, particularly in shift-based roles such as cashiers, stock handlers, merchandisers, and warehouse staff. The consultant will play a pivotal role in ensuring staffing levels meet operational demands across multiple retail sites.
Key Responsibilities:
• End-to-End Recruitment Management.
• Design and execute recruitment strategies for large-scale hiring campaigns.
• Manage job postings across multiple platforms and recruitment channels.
• Conduct bulk candidate screening, interviews, and assessments.
Talent Sourcing:
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for shift-based retail roles.
• Utilize social media, job boards, and community outreach to attract candidates.
• Partner with local institutions, training providers, and workforce agencies.
Stakeholder Engagement:
• Collaborate with HR, store managers, and operations teams to forecast staffing needs.
• Provide regular updates on recruitment progress and candidate pipelines.
• Advise hiring managers on market trends and candidate availability.
Process Optimization:
• Implement efficient bulk recruitment processes (group interviews, assessment centers).
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, diversity, and inclusion standards.
• Track recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, retention rates).
Candidate Experience:
• Deliver a positive and professional candidate journey at scale.
• Manage onboarding processes for large intakes of new hires.
• Support retention initiatives through effective communication and follow-up.
Skills & Competencies:
• Proven experience in high-volume recruitment, preferably in retail or FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of shift-work dynamics and workforce planning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple recruitment campaigns simultaneously.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HR software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Resilience and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Qualifications & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum 3–6 years’ experience in recruitment, with emphasis on bulk hiring.
• Experience in retail, logistics, or manufacturing recruitment is highly advantageous.
• Familiarity with labor legislation and compliance requirements.
Working Conditions:
• Office-based with frequent site visits to retail stores and distribution centers.