Principal Talent Acquisition Partner

h3Principal Talent Acquisition Partner
- Antwerp, Brussels (Hybrid)
- CDD /h3 pbJob location (country) /b /p pbJob location (city) /b /p pWe are seeking an experienced Principal Talent Acquisition Partner to support recruitment across the Innovative Medicines Supply Chain organization. This role will manage end-to-end recruitment activities across multiple European markets, partnering closely with hiring managers, HR stakeholders, and business leaders to deliver high-quality talent solutions in a fast-paced environment. /p pThe successful candidate will be a strong delivery-focused recruiter who thrives in high-volume hiring environments, managing approximately 35-40 active requisitions simultaneously. You'll act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, providing market insights, influencing hiring decisions, and ensuring an exceptional candidate experience while driving recruitment excellence across the region. /p pThis is a fixed-term contract until June '27. /p h3Your responsibilities /h3 h3Recruitment Delivery Talent Attraction /h3 ul liManage the full recruitment lifecycle from intake through offer and onboarding. /li liHandle a high-volume workload of approximately 35-40 live requisitions across multiple countries. /li liDevelop and execute sourcing and attraction strategies to identify diverse and qualified talent. /li liConduct candidate screening, assessment, and interview coordination. /li liEnsure recruitment activities are completed within agreed service levels and hiring timelines. /li liMaintain accurate candidate and requisition data within recruitment systems and ATS platforms. /li liDrive proactive pipeline building for critical and recurring supply chain roles. /li /ul h3Stakeholder Management Business Partnership /h3 ul liAct as the primary recruitment contact for hiring managers and business stakeholders across the Innovative Medicines Supply Chain function. /li liBuild trusted relationships with hiring leaders across Belgium, Switzerland, Netherlands, Ireland, and Italy. /li liProvide recruitment market intelligence, salary insights, and talent availability data to support hiring decisions. /li liChallenge stakeholder assumptions when appropriate and manage hiring expectations effectively. /li liFacilitate intake meetings and establish clear recruitment strategies and timelines. /li liDeliver regular status updates and hiring progress reports to key stakeholders. /li /ul h3Candidate Experience /h3 ul liDeliver a professional, engaging, and positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. /li liEnsure transparent communication and timely feedback to candidates. /li liPromote employer brand messaging and represent the organization professionally in the market. /li liSupport diverse hiring practices and inclusive recruitment approaches. /li /ul h3Recruitment Operations Continuous Improvement /h3 ul liMonitor recruitment metrics including time-to-fill, pipeline activity, interview conversion rates, and hiring outcomes. /li liIdentify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions to enhance recruitment effectiveness. /li liEnsure compliance with recruitment policies, processes, and employment regulations. /li liSupport the adoption and effective use of ATS and recruitment technology platforms. /li liQuickly learn and adapt to internal recruitment tools, processes, and systems. /li /ul h3Required skills /h3 h3Experience /h3 ul liMinimum 5 years of full-cycle recruitment experience in an RPO, agency, or in-house environment. /li liDemonstrated success managing high-volume recruitment workloads. /li liExperience handling multiple concurrent requisitions across different business functions and geographies. /li liStrong stakeholder management experience, including engagement with senior hiring managers. /li liProven ability to influence hiring decisions and provide consultative recruitment support. /li liExperience working within data-driven recruitment environments and tracking performance metrics. /li /ul h3Skills /h3 ul liExcellent stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities. /li liStrong organizational and prioritization skills. /li liExceptional verbal and written communication skills. /li liAbility to challenge hiring managers professionally and constructively. /li liStrong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple competing priorities.
Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), sourcing platforms, and recruitment technologies.
Strong sourcing and candidate engagement skills. h3Language Requirements /h3 ul liFluent Dutch (required). /li liAdditional German or Italian language skills are highly advantageous. /li /ul h3Preferred Qualifications /h3 ul liRecruitment experience supporting Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, or Healthcare organizations. /li liPrevious experience recruiting across multiple European countries. /li liExperience with Workday Rec