Contingent Worker - Recruiting (ONSITE)
Abbott · Lake Forest, IL · 2 days ago
Human ResourcesFull-time
About the role
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Contract Talent Acquisition Sourcer to support hiring for Sales roles within our Diagnostics organization. The ideal candidate brings extensive prior experience sourcing sales talent, with a strong understanding of sales profiles, competencies, and market dynamics. This role is critical to building robust pipelines for high-impact sales positions in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Partner closely with Talent Acquisition Partners and Hiring Managers to understand sales-specific hiring needs, role requirements, and ideal candidate profiles.
- Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies for Sales roles, including field sales, inside sales, account management, and related go-to-market positions.
- Utilize a wide range of sourcing methods—LinkedIn Recruiter, online job boards, professional networks, competitive intelligence, and direct outreach—to identify and engage high-performing sales professionals.
- Conduct initial candidate screenings focused on sales experience, performance history, territory alignment, and business acumen, in addition to overall fit.
- Build and maintain strong pipelines of qualified sales candidates for both immediate and anticipated hiring needs within Diagnostics.
- Proactively engage passive sales talent and maintain ongoing relationships to ensure a continuous flow of candidates.
- Track, analyze, and report on sourcing activity and pipeline metrics, providing regular updates to the Talent Acquisition team.
- Stay current on sales talent market trends, competitive landscapes, and best practices in sourcing sales roles.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Sourcer with a strong focus on Sales roles.
- Demonstrated success sourcing for quota-carrying sales positions.
- Strong understanding of advanced sourcing techniques, and sales talent markets.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to effectively engage sales professionals.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a high-volume, fast-moving environment.
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS), CRM tools, and sourcing platforms.