Talent Acquisition Specialist

At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, you’ll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You’ll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere you’d like to be?
Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard.
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Reporting to the Talent Director, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will lead full-cycle recruitment across a high-volume, fast-paced environment. This role is responsible for building strong talent pipelines, partnering closely with hiring managers, and delivering an exceptional candidate experience while supporting employer branding and recruitment process improvements.

This position requires a proactive, relationship-driven recruiter who can operate as a trusted advisor to the business and effectively manage multiple priorities.
Hybrid: 3 days On-site
Location: Burlington, ON or Calgary, AB
Must be comfortable working in PST time zone
What’s in it for you?

• Full health care benefits starting day one.

• Career development and training opportunities

• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the “Core” package.

• Life insurance, disability and wellness programs

• Retirement savings programs including RRSP and DC pension with up to 5.25% employer contribution

• Paid vacation and sick time and day off on your birthday!

• Bonus programs that include annual performance and profit sharing

• Employee discounts on top brands of plumbing and HVAC/R products

• Education reimbursement for employees

• Employee referral program

• Safety shoe reimbursement
   

What You Will Do

• Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage all stages of the hiring process, from screening applicants and identifying suitable candidates to scheduling and conducting interviews.

• Sourcing & Talent Pipelining: Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop and implement effective recruitment and sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.

• Job Postings & Employer Branding: Create compelling job advertisements, post them to relevant job boards, and enhance company branding on platforms like LinkedIn, Indeed, and Glassdoor for recruitment purposes.

• Candidate Management: Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the process, conduct reference checks, and coordinate background checks for new hires.

• HR Planning, Projects, & Collaboration: Participate in weekly planning meetings, work closely with hiring managers, track recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, source of hire, etc.), support continuous improvement of recruitment processes and tools, identifying opportunities for efficiency and enhanced candidate experience
   

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

• 5 years experience in recruitment or talent acquisition within a fast-paced environment.

• Experience utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (Workday preferred).

• Act as a brand ambassador by understanding our business and showcasing our culture when interacting with candidates.

• You are seen by the business as the expert in assessing talent.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Strong verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency of MS suite of products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
   

Each resume submitted gets individually reviewed by our team and retained for 24 months if other new and exciting opportunities arise that match your skills and qualifications.
Please note: This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.
Vacancy Status: Upcoming vacancy
Base salary range: $75,000-$80,000 (total compensation range $75,000 to $84,000)
Please note: The total compensation range posted for this role represents the total compensation opportunity, which may include base wage, bonuses, commissions, and/or other monetary components, if applicable. Placement in the range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, candidate experience, skills and qualifications relevant to the role.
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