Talent Acquisition Manager

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Manager (100% Remote but must be located in the Midwest)

Job Description

The Talent Acquisition Manager serves as a strategic business partner to regional leadership and Human Resources, responsible for designing and executing the overall recruiting plan for a defined region. This role develops targeted sourcing strategies to deliver the right quality and quantity of candidates for all hourly and management positions in a cafe-based retail environment. The Talent Acquisition Manager collaborates closely with operational leaders to understand staffing needs at the cafe and market level, and then builds and adjusts regional plans to meet evolving business demands.

Responsibilities

• Partner with regional leadership and Human Resources to evaluate regional, market, and cafe-level staffing needs, prioritize hiring initiatives, and develop actionable recruiting plans.
• Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies for hourly and management roles, adapting in real time to shifting business needs, labor markets, and competitive challenges.
• Monitor cafe staffing levels and trends, providing consistent feedback, direction, and recommendations to Area Operating Partners and cafe managers to proactively address hiring needs.
• Identify and diagnose high-need or “hot spot” cafes and recommend targeted recruiting solutions that deliver high-quality hiring results.
• Ensure a strong and continuous pipeline of qualified candidates by overseeing sourcing, screening, and interviewing processes, and by maintaining a high-quality candidate experience.
• Partner with the broader Talent Acquisition team and Hourly Sourcing team to refine processes and create sourcing strategies that ensure adequate candidate flow across the region.
• Execute and champion process and program enhancements, supporting assigned special projects from initiation through completion.
• Actively participate in the rollout of new recruiting programs, tools, and processes to relevant stakeholders and audiences within the region.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to hiring managers and internal partners on recruiting processes, systems, and best practices, emphasizing speed to engage and speed to hire.
• Drive improvements in candidate and hiring manager experience to support stronger associate retention outcomes.
• Demonstrate fiscal responsibility by managing recruiting-related expenses within established budget parameters.
• Regularly participate in leadership calls and meetings to review staffing needs, hiring plans, and performance metrics, ensuring alignment and clear communication with internal clients.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of the retail cafe business to ensure Talent Acquisition processes, systems, and strategies effectively support and drive business outcomes.
• Support the leadership of the regional Sourcing Specialist by providing direction, ongoing feedback, and development to help achieve Talent Acquisition goals for the retail team.

Essential Skills

• 2–4 years of recruiting experience in a restaurant or retail environment.
• Proven experience developing and executing sourcing and recruitment strategies for hourly and management positions.
• Strong knowledge of recruiting processes, including sourcing, screening, and interviewing.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build, manage, and maintain collaborative relationships with internal clients, candidates, colleagues, and vendors.
• Ability to work independently with strong self-motivation, follow-through, and the ability to meet established deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills applied to recruitment and sourcing challenges.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of HR practices and applicable employment, labor, wage laws, and EEO regulations preferred.
• Workforce planning experience preferred.
• Experience with Workday ATS is a plus.
• Experience with Phenom People or similar CRM/recruiting technology is a plus.
• Ability to provide training and guidance on recruiting processes, systems, and best practices to hiring managers and internal stakeholders.
• Comfort participating in cross-functional projects and supporting the implementation of new recruiting programs and processes.

Work Environment

This role operates in a 100% remote work environment, providing flexibility while supporting a regionally focused retail cafe business. The position relies heavily on virtual collaboration tools, Applicant Tracking Systems, and Candidate Relationship Management platforms to manage requisitions, candidate pipelines, and communication with hiring managers. The typical schedule aligns with standard business hours to accommodate regular leadership calls, planning meetings, and hiring manager interactions across the region. The role involves frequent virtual meetings and calls with regional leaders, cafe managers, and Talent Acquisition colleagues, requiring a professional remote presence and reliable home office setup.

This is a Contract position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

The pay range for this position is $33.47 - $37.65/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.