Talent Acquisition Senior Manager

Company Overview

Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company that serves the commercial and residential construction markets across North America. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, FBM provides a wide range of construction products and services to contractors and builders.  Based in California, FBM has more than 7,000+ Employees and 400+ Locations across the United States and Canada.  FBM's Core Values of Safety First, Customer Driven, Valuing Our People, Integrity and the Pursuit of Excellence form the foundation for an excellent Customer experience that is recognized across the industry.

Position Overview

At Foundation Building Materials (FBM), the Sr. Manager of Talent Acquisition is a hands-on, people-focused leader responsible for driving the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of the Talent Acquisition function across FBM and UDHG.  This role is designed for an emerging leader who is resourceful, creative, and execution-oriented, with the ambition to scale a function and the discipline to measure and communicate impact through data and analytics. This leader will partner closely with HR leadership, field operations, and senior stakeholders to deliver scalable recruiting solutions, strengthen talent pipelines, and build a modern, metrics-driven Talent Acquisition function that supports growth, integration, and long-term organizational success.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition Strategy & Execution

• Develop and execute a scalable Talent Acquisition strategy aligned with FBM’s growth plans and operational needs
• Balance strategic leadership with hands-in involvement in recruiting for critical or hard-to-fill roles
• Translate business objectives into practical, actionable recruiting plans across branch and corporate functions

2. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Talent Acquisition professionals, fostering accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement
• Build a culture of ownership, urgency, and service within the recruiting team
• Identify future talent needs within the TA function and play an active role in hiring and onboarding new team members

3. Stakeholder Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR leaders, Department Heads, and field leadership on talent market dynamics, hiring strategies, and workforce planning
• Set clear expectations with hiring managers and ensure consistent, high-quality recruiting  practices across the organization
• Proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks in the hiring process

4. Employer Branding & Recruitment Marketing

• Champion FBM’s employer brand and ensure consistent messaging across all candidate touchpoints
• Drive creative sourcing and recruitment marketing initiatives, locally and nationally, to include social media, job postings, referrals, and external events (e.g. career fairs)
• Continuously test and refine sourcing strategies to improve candidate flow and quality

5. Data, Analytics & Process Optimization

• Own Talent Acquisition metrics and dashboards, including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, quality of hire, source effectiveness, and candidate experience indicators
• Use data and analytics to identify trends, diagnose issues, and clearly communicate progress and ROI to leadership
• Partner with HR and systems teams to optimize ATS usage, reporting accuracy, and recruiting workflows (iCIMS experience a plus)

6. Candidate Experience & Compliance

• Ensure a consistent, inclusive, and high-quality candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding
• Maintain compliance with employment laws, internal policies, and best practices across all recruiting activities

7. Miscellaneous

• Support our values in the stand areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• 7+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition or recruiting, including leadership of team-lead responsibilities
• Demonstrated success leading high-volume recruiting teams in fast-paced, operationally driven environments
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate recruiting data into actionable insights and executive-level narratives
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, challenge assumptions, and drive change without formal authority
• Experience building or scaling recruiting processes and teams during periods of growth
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and recruiting technology; iCIMS strongly preferred
• Experience supporting field operations, branch networks, or distributed workforces strongly preferred

Reports To

Vice President of Human Resources

Compensation

The listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position; actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and cost of living in the assigned market. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.

• Base: $125,000 - $150,000 per Year
• Bonus: 20% Target Bonus
• Total Compensation (Base + Bonus): The successful candidate could reasonably expect a Total Compensation Package in the range of $150,000 - $200,000.
• Equity: This role is not eligible for equity opportunities, awards or grants

Benefits

At FBM, we’re committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work.  Our excellent package includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA/ FSA plans
• Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage
• Legal Insurance Plan
• Generous 401(k) plan with company match
• A career path designed with you in mind

Statement

Foundation Building Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and empowered. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to help them perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources at Talent@myfbm.com.