Sr. Manager, Talent Acquisition

Build a Better Career as a Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition with BlueLinx!   At BlueLinx, our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to ensuring our team members can build job security, enhance their skills, and make meaningful contributions. We deliver the building blocks to better lives.   Join us and be part of a company that values its people and strives to make a positive impact in the industry.   Summary: The Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition plays a pivotal role in designing, executing, and continuously improving BlueLinx’s enterprise‑wide talent acquisition strategy. This leader is responsible for building scalable recruiting programs, mentoring and developing a high‑performing recruiting team, and partnering closely with hiring leaders and senior executives to deliver top‑tier talent across both hourly and salaried roles.   This role blends strategic leadership with hands‑on execution and brings a strong focus on process optimization, data‑driven decision making, and the responsible use of AI and technology to improve recruiter efficiency, candidate experience, and hiring outcomes.   The Senior Manager champions simplicity, consistency, and innovation—ensuring that recruiting processes are compliant, repeatable, and designed to scale with the business.    This is a hybrid position, 4 days on-site at our Marietta headquarters.   Primary Duties:  Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to a team of recruiters, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Develop and execute enterprise talent acquisition strategies aligned with company goals, workforce plans, and growth initiatives Lead workforce planning discussions to proactively anticipate hiring demand and optimize recruiting capacity and support models Drive process improvement initiatives, leveraging technology, automation, reporting, and AI‑enabled tools to streamline recruiting workflows and improve outcomes Oversee full‑cycle recruiting efforts for corporate, salaried, and hourly roles, ensuring quality, speed, and consistency Partner closely with hiring leaders to define search requirements, hiring priorities, role scope, compensation, and candidate profiles Establish and manage strategic partnerships with third‑party vendors, including contingent labor, staffing agencies, retained search firms, and technology providers Advance employment branding initiatives through job boards, social media, recruitment marketing campaigns, and community or university partnerships Establish and track recruiting KPIs (e.g., time to fill, quality of hire, candidate experience metrics) and deliver weekly/monthly insights with actionable recommendations Ensure compliance with all employment laws and regulations while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the hiring process Collaborate closely with HR Business Partners, Compensation, and other HR Centers of Excellence to align recruiting programs with broader talent strategies   What we’re looking for: Proven talent acquisition leader with experience managing recruiters and scaling recruiting operations Strong process orientation with demonstrated success improving recruiting efficiency through technology, reporting, and AI‑enabled solutions Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence leaders at all levels Data‑driven mindset with experience developing metrics, dashboards, and insights to guide decisions Hands‑on recruiting expertise across hourly and salaried roles in a corporate or enterprise environment   Education & Experience: Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred Experience: 7+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition or related HR functions 5+ years of experience with a Master’s degree Certifications: PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP, or SHRM‑SCP a plus Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Broad knowledge of employment laws, compliance requirements, and recruiting best practices Proficiency with ATS and HR technology platforms - Dayforce a plus Strong consultative, communication, and relationship‑building skills Experience leading process improvement, system implementations, and vendor partnerships Ability to operate autonomously while driving enterprise‑level initiatives   Why BlueLinx? Competitive Salary + Short Term Incentive and Long-Term Incentive Plans Comprehensive Benefits:  Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription 401(k) with company match Tuition reimbursement Life Insurance Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 Company Holidays Opportunity to lead, innovate, and build best‑in‑class recruiting capabilities in a growing national organization   Our Values: With every decision and action, we put people first, keep the future in mind, and work as a team toward shared progress:                 · Customer Centric      · Respect      · Collaboration      · Integrity      · Grit About BlueLinx: BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC) is a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States. With over 70,000 branded and private-label SKUs, we have a broad distribution footprint servicing all 50 states. Our team of over 2,000 associates is critical to our success.  Our culture is driven by teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service.   The salary range provided is a good faith estimate based on the position requirements and market data. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job-related considerations. BlueLinx also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month, 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day, and 8 paid holidays per year.   To report any issues with this job posting, please contact Talent@Bluelinxco.com