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Lids · 1 day ago

Talent Management Manager

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Lids Sports Group is the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, and they are seeking a Manager of Talent Management to develop and execute talent strategies. This role involves overseeing the employment life cycle, partnering with hiring managers, and leading talent acquisition and development teams to enhance the recruitment and employee experience.

ApparelFashionLifestyleRetailSports

Responsibilities

Embody, uphold, and champion Lids Core Values: Leadership, Integrity, Dedication, and Service in all work performed, interactions, and communications throughout the organization

Develop, implement, and manage recruitment and placement strategies, policies, and systems to attract and retain top talent across corporate and retail teams

Develop and implement talent management strategies and programs

Identify and assess the organization’s talent needs

Create career development plans/pathways for employees

Manage succession planning and leadership development initiatives

Manage the recruitment and hiring process for talent acquisition

Collaborate with Store Operations, business leaders, other HR professionals, and Senior Leadership to implement employee engagement strategies

Measure the effectiveness of talent management initiatives through data analysis and metrics

Provide guidance to managers on performance management and employee development

Maintain knowledge of industry trends and advancements in talent management

Foster a culture of inclusion in hiring and talent management

Lead and mentor the corporate and retail talent acquisition teams, providing guidance, coaching, and development opportunities to enhance team performance and effectiveness

Establish best practices for sourcing strategies, employer branding, and recruitment marketing to engage both active and passive candidates

Oversee and optimize the use of the applicant tracking system (ATS) and other recruitment tools to ensure efficiency and compliance with hiring processes

Collaborate with business leaders and hiring managers to stay abreast of current and future hiring needs, providing expertise on workforce planning and talent pipeline development

Partner with hiring managers to develop effective interview techniques and ensure alignment with Lids' culture and values

Create and implement standardized operating procedures (SOPs) for key recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, candidate experience, and retention outcomes

Develop and maintain relationships with universities, professional organizations, and external partners to support pipeline development, and internship programs initiatives

Analyze recruitment and talent data trends to drive continuous improvement in hiring processes, candidate and employee experience, overall recruitment effectiveness and employee retention

Keep up with industry trends pertaining to talent recruitment and development

Manage and oversee third-party vendors, including recruitment agencies, job boards, trainings and learning management systems, ensuring strong partnerships and cost-effective solutions

Ensure adherence to all legal compliance requirements in recruitment and hiring processes

Oversee external recruitment marketing, job postings, and employer branding initiatives to enhance Lids' presence as an employer of choice

Conduct and analyze exit interview data to identify trends and provide recommendations for improving retention and employee satisfaction

Drive innovation in recruitment practices, leveraging technology, data analytics, and new sourcing methodologies to enhance hiring success

Other duties as needed

Qualification

Talent AcquisitionTalent DevelopmentData AnalysisLeadershipApplicant Tracking SystemsLearning Management SystemsRecruitment StrategiesMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingRelationship BuildingConfidentiality

Required

Bachelor's degree or five or more years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Talent Development or Human Resources, with at least two years in a leadership role

Extensive knowledge of best practices and laws surrounding adult learning and instructional design, recruitment

Experience managing corporate high-volume retail recruitment

Experience implementing learning management system and learning software

Advanced proficiency in developing and facilitating training and development materials

Proficiency in talent analytics, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and sourcing tools

Strong strategic, research, and analytical skills with a data-driven approach to talent acquisition

Ability to coach and develop team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture

Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills with stakeholders at all levels

Thorough understanding of recruiting methods and best practices, as well as applicable policies and federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

High level of professionalism and confidentiality in handling sensitive recruitment data

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with recruitment marketing and employer branding strategies