Talent Acquisition Sourcer

About Pivot Bio:

Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of the soil microbiome, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in agriculture. Our first commercial product harnesses the power of naturally-occurring microbes to provide nutrients to crops. We are dedicated to providing new sustainable ways for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the world’s growing population. Read/Hear more about Pivot Bio on OneZero or CNN.

Position: Talent Acquisition Sourcer; Berkeley, Ca preferred; Remote OK

We are looking for an engaging, proactive, and self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills to join a dynamic team with a “rising star” company in the Agricultural Biotechnology industry. Activities include managing the various sourcing channels, the company’s talent pool and regularly interacting with both active and passive candidates. You will also engage with hiring managers, talent acquisition, and talent development business partners on a regular basis. If you want to make an immediate difference with an amazing organization, apply today.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Co-develops and implements an effective sourcing strategy
• Works together with the recruiter and hiring manager to define candidate personas
• Sources suitable candidates through various sourcing channels
• Drafts and sends out recruiting emails to potential candidates
• Has knowledge of how to use the various sourcing channels
• Knows how to use sourcing tools and technology
• Is able to reach out to different types of candidates and to engage with them
• Promotes our Employer Brand when they reach out to candidates on various platforms
• Is able to build and maintain a talent pool that can meet the company’s future hiring needs
• Keeps track of pre-defined sourcing metrics and reports on them
• Follows up on employee referrals

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HRM, psychology, education, business, and/or related business experience; 1+ years experience as a Talent Sourcer or similar role
• Demonstrate affinity with candidate sourcing and recruitment techniques
• Familiarity with sourcing tools, HR systems (including an ATS) and candidate management systems
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Computer literate
• Strong sales skills
• Ability to effectively present both roles and our company to candidates
• Ability to quickly make decisions
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

*Must be authorized to work in the United States

What we offer:

• Competitive package in a disruptive startup
• Stock options
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance with employer-paid premiums
• Life, Short Term and Long Term Disability policies
• Employee Assistance Program with free referrals and discounts
• 401(k) plan, 3% Match
• Commuter benefits
• Annual Training & Development support
• Flexible vacation policy with a generous holiday schedule
• Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team