Hollywood Feed was established in the 1950s, in Memphis, TN, as a pet supply store with friendly and knowledgeable service. More than half a century later, our love for pets is who we are today. Our associates are family and the face of each location. We care about each other, our pets, and our customers. Come and experience the passion and drive that makes Hollywood Feed what it is today.

Job Summary:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist at Hollywood Feed is responsible for managing and executing full-cycle recruiting efforts to support high-volume hiring across retail stores, distribution centers, and support departments. A core focus of this role is the management, optimization, and daily administration of the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to ensure an efficient, data-driven hiring process that supports the company’s growth. This position partners closely with hiring managers and HR leadership to ensure staffing needs are met with top-tier talent and that all recruiting activities are tracked and reported accurately.

Key Responsibilities:

High-Volume Recruiting & Sourcing

• Conduct full-cycle recruitment for hourly and salaried positions, including retail associates, assistant managers, and store managers.
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, internal databases, and community outreach.
• Screen resumes, conduct phone interviews, and coordinate next steps with hiring managers.
• Manage recruiting events and support seasonal and expansion-based hiring efforts across multiple markets.

Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Management

• Serve as the primary administrator for Hollywood Feed’s ATS - including setup of job requisitions, user permissions, workflow updates, and integrations.
• Train and support hiring managers on ATS use, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining system compliance.
• Audit applicant records and system data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and legal compliance.
• Generate recruiting and pipeline reports to track time-to-fill, sourcing effectiveness, and other KPIs.
• Partner with HRIS and Payroll to ensure ATS processes align with broader HR technology infrastructure.

Hiring Manager & Candidate Engagement

• Build strong relationships with hiring managers and provide guidance on talent acquisition best practices.
• Create and maintain a positive and consistent candidate experience from application through onboarding.
• Ensure timely communication and follow-up with candidates and internal stakeholders.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure adherence to all applicable employment laws and internal policies during the hiring process.
• Maintain accurate documentation of recruiting activities for compliance and audit readiness.
• Track and report on recruitment metrics, trends, and hiring outcomes.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in talent acquisition or recruiting.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, Paycor) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and legal and business judgment, with ability to influence others and build strong professional relationships.
• Excellent critical thinking skills, including ability to prioritize issues.
• Project management skills and experience.
• Ability to work independently.

  Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times.

The above is designed to describe the general nature and scope of the job and is not an exhaustive listing of all duties, expectations or tasks and should not be taken as such.

Hollywood Feed is an Equal Opportunity Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.