At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?
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Job Summary
As a key member of the West HR and recruiting team, this person will help us shape the future talent profile of West. By identifying and attracting top talent to West for entry and mid-level roles, this recruiting specialist will have the opportunity to play a key role as the organization grows and transforms. This individual will become a partner with client stakeholders, including the site HR team, and will work to develop, communicate and execute jointly on recruiting plans to support the site. He/she will be responsible for recruitment execution that efficiently manages the full life cycle recruiting process, and helps achieve a seamless, positive candidate and client experience no matter what the hiring decision might be. This person will manage key administrative processes to ensure our team is innovative and compliant. Ultimately, he/she will assist West in efficiently delivering on its talent needs to achieve our immediate and future business goals.
This is a 12 month fixed term contract.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Proactively and strategically source, screen and assess qualified candidates for targeted job requisitions
* Schedules virtual and onsite interviews at all levels, including Executive; communicates arrangements with both candidates and interviewer
* Through innovative solutions, build and maintain a pipeline of qualified and diverse talent for hourly and salaried positions
* Assist with the development and implementation of recruitment plans
* Help to meet hiring needs through planning job fairs, interview days, or other high-volume candidate processing programs that help West most efficiently meet its hiring needs
* Establish and build relationships with other recruiters and HR team to share knowledge, HR trends and experiences to execute best practices enterprise wide
* Manage all activities within the West applicant tracking system (ATS) and accurately track and report recruitment activity data to support staffing metrics from the time a requisition is opened to the time candidates are identified for offer and onboarded
* Ability to multitask in a high-pressure environment
* Analyze job descriptions and candidate profiles to determine target profile needs and appropriate match
* Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned based on business needs
* Abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules
* Exhibit reliable, punctual and predictable attendance
* Flexible and adapts to changing business needs including supporting a variety of different sites and positions as needed
Education
* High School Diploma HS/GED required
* Bachelor’s degree in business or human resources discipline preferred
Work Experience
* Minimum 2 years of recruiting experience in an agency, search firm or preferably a corporate setting
* Strong communication skills. Ability to effectively read, write, and speak in both English and German at a high professional level is required.
* Ability to multitask in a high-pressure, fast-paced, and changing environment
* Experience working with global teams preferred
* Extremely detail-oriented, proactive, and organized with the ability to solve problems under tight timelines
* Strong administrative and computer skills including Microsoft Office, applicant tracking systems and social media channels
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Demonstrated success developing relationships and meeting new people
* Ability to prioritize work and manage deliverables and timelines independently
* Knowledge of souring techniques using a variety of sourcing tools and platforms
* Advance analytical acumen in various reporting tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, etc.
* Passion for efficiency, automation, and productivity#LI-EP44
Travel Requirements
None: No travel required
Physical Requirements
Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening and/or drug screening.