Senior Recruiter

Yogi / East West Tea is seeking a talented, experienced, and results-driven recruiter to lead our recruitment efforts. This pivotal role will play a crucial part in shaping the future of our organization by identifying, attracting, and hiring diverse top talent.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing end-to-end talent acquisition processes, with a keen understanding of how to leverage modern and innovative recruitment tools and strategies and develop and implement an employer branding strategy that attracts the best talent in the US, Canadan, Germany, Italy and other European locations.

Our People and Culture Team Mission: To create an environment where people feel joyfully inspired, engaged, and thrive in their wellbeing to ignite Yogi`s vision.

WHO WE ARE:

We are the well-being company that exists to inspire and enhance everyday life. Our guiding principles, beliefs, and philosophies shape our identity. They are the essence of our culture and define how we do what we do.

We are intentional in everything we do. We are present and aware of how we show up in the world. We honor people and our communities. We are authentic and transparent with each brand. We are committed to sustaining our planet. We build trust and goodwill with each individual interaction.

The location for the role is flexible, with a preference at our headquarters in Eugene, Oregon or in the pacific northwest.

OUR INVESTMENT IN YOU:

• We offer competitive compensation including a generous annual bonus.

• We have exceptional wellbeing-focused benefits including health, dental, vision and alternative care, life and disability insurance, retirement, paid time off, company picnics, social activities, and a surprise every so often! Who doesn’t love a surprise?

• For our Eugene staff, we offer a work from home option that provides the opportunity to work outside the office up to two days per week.

• As a certified B Corp, we’re a company that lives our values every day.

• We work in a LEED certified facility which prioritizes the planet in our daily operations and optimizes our employee experience while at work.

• We prioritize sustainability as a business by embedding it into our values, our strategic priorities, our decision-making, and our resource allocations.

• Our Nourish Market provides employees subsidized healthy lunch and snack options.

• We commit to our purpose in every aspect of our culture.

• We have employees that are committed to “Doing Good” in our community and around the world.

• We are a growing company with products that customers love.

• We believe in investing in you and your growth and development.

WHAT YOU’LL OWN:

Recruitment Strategy

• Develop and implement a global recruiting strategy to attract top talent across various functions and geographies.

• Develop and lead an employer branding strategy to enhance the company's reputation as an employer of choice.

Recruitment Operations

• Develop, facilitate, and implement all phases of the recruitment process, from job description to posting, screening, scheduling interviews, offering, and pre-boarding.

• Own recruitment on social media platforms and other digital channels to drive recruitment efforts and engage with potential candidates.

• Analyze recruitment data and metrics to continuously evaluate and improve recruiting processes and outcomes.

• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in recruiting and talent acquisition and builds strategies that enables Yogi to adapt and respond as necessary to acquire top talent.

Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior leadership and hiring managers to effectively understand their talent needs, priorities, and business objectives.

• Proactively source candidates, build and manage networks, and develop a pipeline of strong talent.

• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to ensure consistency in employer branding messaging across all channels.

• Develops strong partnership with local colleges and universities and attends and participates in job fairs and recruiting sessions.

• Stays connected to Yogi’s lost talent.

WHAT YOU KNOW AND HAVE EXPERIENCED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent work experience, required. Master's degree preferred.

• Proven experience as a recruiting manager or in a similar role, with a track record of successfully recruiting top talent on a global scale.

• At least 5 years managing all phases of the recruitment and hiring process.

• Years of experience in recruiting in a manufacturing environment, preferred.

• SHRM’s Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential, a plus.

• Expertise in Gallup’s StrengthsFinder, ideal.

• An understanding of strengths-based hiring strategies.

• Expertise in employer branding strategy development and execution.

• Demonstrated proficiency in social media recruitment techniques and platforms.

• Experience working in a multinational company or recruiting for diverse cultural backgrounds is a plus.

• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.

• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitment.

• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn applicant-tracking software (ATS) or other recruitment systems.

YOU’LL BE A GREAT FIT:

• High level of professional and discretion.

• Strong networking and interpersonal talents.

• A natural curiosity and intuition about people.

• Develops and executes effective strategies to support business objectives.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to details.

• Highly responsible with a drive to execute work.

• Collaborates effectively across all levels of the organization.

• Communicates with excellence verbally and through writing.

• Cultivates authentic, highly effective relationships.

• Flourishes in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

• Applies analytics and sound judgement to inform decision making.

• Skillfully manages competing priorities and expectations.

WHAT WE DO:

We manufacture Yogi and Choice Organics brand products. Yogi has over 40 tea blends made from 140 exotic spices and botanicals sourced from 100% non-GMO growers around the globe. These herbal, green, and black teas are formulated for delicious taste and healthful benefits. Choice Organics offers a collection of organic traditional tea, herbal tea, and unique, flavorful organic tea blends. Choice teas are sourced exclusively from 100% organic and non-GMO growers around the world and are beautifully balanced to perfection for a full-flavored taste experience.

East West Tea Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value and respect each person's individuality and unique talents. We honor diversity and inclusion. The strength of our people and our guiding principles contribute to East West Tea's leadership and continued success in the natural tea category.