TALENT ADVISOR

Overview

The Talent Advisor will be responsible for managing recruiting efforts at Sonny’s Enterprises. They will work closely with business stakeholders and the HR ecosystem to identify, attract, and secure top talent that aligns with the company’s needs and values. This role includes handling the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening candidates to conducting interviews and facilitating hiring processes for all company sites.

In addition, the Talent Advisor will play a key role in enhancing recruitment communications, including managing job postings and collaborating with the marketing team to strengthen employer branding efforts on the company website and other platforms. They will also monitor recruitment metrics to improve processes, attract higher-quality candidates, and ensure the efficient use of company resources.  This individual will be expected to collaborate with the HR team on projects that drive organizational effectiveness and align with broader HR goals.

The advisor will be responsible for building strong talent pipelines, ensuring a positive candidate experience, and maintaining compliance with company policies and employment regulations. This individual will also stay informed about market trends and sourcing strategies to support the company’s hiring objectives effectively.

Because this work requires daily interactions with internal and external individuals, the ability to work well in a team environment is essential. Must be highly organized, have excellent communication skills, and pay exceptional attention to detail. They must have advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities.

*This position will primarily focus on traveling to the Mid-Atlantic states, including Indiana, Iowa, South Dakota, Ohio, Minnesota, and other surrounding areas.*

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake interviews with hiring managers and HR representatives to determine best practices for recruitment based on specific job requirements.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and facilitating the hiring process for all company sites.
• Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Source new candidates by sponsoring available positions and performing proactive searches on platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.
• Conduct timely interviews and present qualified candidates to hiring managers, including a detailed write-up of qualifications and potential concerns.
• Schedule phone, in-person, or web-based interviews with hiring managers for all qualified candidates.
• Manage candidate activity in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and ensure accurate and timely updates.
• Disposition all candidates promptly and follow up with hiring managers for feedback and next steps.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience by providing clear communication and timely updates throughout the process.
• Prepare and present offer letters to extend job offers to qualified candidates.
• Assist hiring managers in developing interview questions and evaluating candidates.
• Participate in broader HR projects and provide insights to improve recruiting and HR practices.
• Prepare and maintain recruiting and staffing reports and spreadsheets, including metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of recruiting efforts.
• Monitor recruitment metrics to improve processes, attract higher-quality candidates, and ensure the efficient use of company resources.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry contacts to stay informed about trends and gain insights into sourcing strategies.
• Stay updated on market trends, talent availability, and best practices in recruitment to support effective hiring.

Qualifications

• 10 years of proven recruiting experience in a corporate environment, including full-cycle recruitment for a variety of roles across exempt, non-exempt, and leadership levels.
• Bacherlors degree required
• Demonstrated success in managing the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools; familiarity with ICIMS is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations related to recruitment and hiring.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with candidates, hiring managers, and HR team members.
• Strong relationship-building skills to foster positive interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze recruiting metrics and data to improve processes and outcomes.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and online recruitment tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards).
• Ability to leverage technology to streamline processes and enhance recruitment efforts.
• Proactive and resourceful approach to identifying and resolving recruitment challenges.
• Creativity in developing innovative strategies for sourcing and attracting top talent.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Experience collaborating with marketing teams on employer branding efforts.
• Travel 50% required 

Sonny's Enterprises is the world's largest manufacturer of conveyorized car wash equipment, parts, and supplies. We are the industry leader, recognized and awarded by the International Car Wash Association for innovating new technologies to advance the industry with products proudly designed and built in the USA. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We embrace change and the opportunity it produces to maximize the potential of our most valuable resource — our PEOPLE! We invite you to explore our opportunities and grow your career with us. 

We offer 100% employer paid medical plan. Other optional benefit programs are available to our employees and their families which include: 401(k) match, additional medical plans, dental, vision, flex spending account, short-term and long-term disability & life insurance coverage. 

EEO Statement 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

 Sonny’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.