Manager, Talent Acquisition

Arthur J. Gallagher · Itasca · $118,330–$177,490 (stated in the posting)

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Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact!

We’re problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction. 

Through the company's continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT.  Find out what our people deliver.® means when you come move the world with us!  Hear directly from our teammates at AIT Worldwide Logistics and make us the next stop on your career journey.

The Manager, Talent Acquisition, serves as a dynamic player‑coach—leading a team of recruiters while actively driving full‑cycle hiring across the Americas. This role is responsible for shaping and executing hiring strategies, developing recruiting talent, and ensuring an exceptional candidate experience at every stage. The ideal leader brings strong people‑management capability, hands‑on recruiting expertise, and a passion for building high‑performing teams aligned with business objectives. This position partners closely with senior TA leadership to implement, optimize, and maintain consistent use of global TA tools, workflows, and standards across all recruitment activities.

• Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and support a team of recruiters, providing guidance, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
• Strategic Hiring Support: Collaborate with Senior TA Manager to implement recruitment strategies that align with organizational goals and workforce planning. Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and deliver tailored recruitment solutions.
• Candidate Experience: Champion a positive, inclusive, and seamless candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency, quality of hire, and recruiter productivity.
• Metrics & Reporting: Monitor team performance and recruitment metrics, providing regular updates and insights to leadership.
• Compliance: Ensure all recruitment practices adhere to legal and company policies, maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
• Brand Advocacy: Promote AIT Worldwide Logistics as an employer of choice through consistent messaging and engagement with candidates and external partners.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• The wage range for this position is $118,330.00-$177,490.00 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience

Education
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (required)
Experience

• 7+ years years of experience in talent acquisition (required)
• 2+ years in a direct supervisory role leading TA teams (required)
• 2+ years experience managing applicant tracking systems and recruiting technologies (preferred)
• 1+ years experience in the logistics or transportation industry (preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven ability to manage and develop recruiting teams while handling individual requisitions. Medium
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices, sourcing strategies, and market trends. Medium
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and resolve conflicts professionally, particularly when addressing differing priorities, feedback, or expectations with hiring managers. Medium
• Strong relationship building skills, with the ability to establish trust, maintain open communication, and foster productive partnerships. Medium
• Ability to sell – need to tell the AIT story and build candidate engagement Medium
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment tools. High
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Medium
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality. High

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Internet Recruiter (CIR)-AIRS - (preferred)
• Diversity Recruiter Certified (preferred)
• iCIMS Certified ATS Upon Hire (preferred)

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.

• Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and support a team of recruiters, providing guidance, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
• Strategic Hiring Support: Collaborate with Senior TA Manager to implement recruitment strategies that align with organizational goals and workforce planning. Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and deliver tailored recruitment solutions.
• Candidate Experience: Champion a positive, inclusive, and seamless candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency, quality of hire, and recruiter productivity.
• Metrics & Reporting: Monitor team performance and recruitment metrics, providing regular updates and insights to leadership.
• Compliance: Ensure all recruitment practices adhere to legal and company policies, maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
• Brand Advocacy: Promote AIT Worldwide Logistics as an employer of choice through consistent messaging and engagement with candidates and external partners.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• The wage range for this position is $118,330.00-$177,490.00 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience

Education
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (required)
Experience

• 7+ years years of experience in talent acquisition (required)
• 2+ years in a direct supervisory role leading TA teams (required)
• 2+ years experience managing applicant tracking systems and recruiting technologies (preferred)
• 1+ years experience in the logistics or transportation industry (preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven ability to manage and develop recruiting teams while handling individual requisitions. Medium
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices, sourcing strategies, and market trends. Medium
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and resolve conflicts professionally, particularly when addressing differing priorities, feedback, or expectations with hiring managers. Medium
• Strong relationship building skills, with the ability to establish trust, maintain open communication, and foster productive partnerships. Medium
• Ability to sell – need to tell the AIT story and build candidate engagement Medium
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment tools. High
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Medium
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality. High

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Internet Recruiter (CIR)-AIRS - (preferred)
• Diversity Recruiter Certified (preferred)
• iCIMS Certified ATS Upon Hire (preferred)

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