The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for full-cycle recruiting across branch, technical, commercial, and corporate roles within the chemical distribution business. This role partners closely with hiring managers to attract, assess, and hire talent that supports safe operations, regulatory compliance, customer-driven sales growth, and supply chain excellence. The Recruiter must understand industry-specific requirements, including EHS, DOT/HAZMAT, and technical skill sets, while delivering an exceptional candidate experience.

Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

Manage full-cycle recruiting for exempt and non-exempt positions including:
Sales (Account Managers, Technical Sales Specialists)
Operations (Warehouse, Drivers, Operations Management)
Supply Chain & Logistics
EHS, Regulatory, and Quality roles
Corporate functions (HR, Finance, IT)
Partner with HR and business leaders to forecast talent needs supporting growth, acquisitions, and operational continuity.
Support rapid hiring for high-volume positions at distribution centers.

Industry-Specific Recruiting

Source candidates with experience in:
Chemical distribution or manufacturing
HAZMAT handling and DOT-regulated roles
CDL drivers (where applicable)
Regulatory compliance and safety-focused environments
Understand and screen for safety mindset, compliance awareness, and technical aptitude.

Sourcing & Employer Branding

Develop proactive sourcing strategies using LinkedIn, industry networks, trade schools, military transition programs, and referrals.
Represent the company at job fairs, industry events, and community outreach initiatives.
Partner with HR and Marketing to promote the company’s safety culture, technical expertise, and career paths.

Stakeholder Partnership

Consult with hiring managers on:
Job requirements and labor market realities
Interview best practices
Compensation alignment and offers
Coach leaders on equitable, inclusive, and legally compliant hiring practices.

Compliance & Process Management

Ensure recruiting practices comply with:
EEOC and OFCCP (if applicable)
DOT/FMCSA considerations for driver roles
Company safety and EHS policies
Maintain accurate documentation in the ATS.
Support onboarding coordination with HR Operations.

Metrics & Continuous Improvement

Track and report recruiting metrics such as:
Time-to-fill
Quality of hire
Source effectiveness
Hiring manager satisfaction
Recommend process improvements to enhance hiring efficiency and candidate experience.

Your Profile

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience
Experience recruiting for industrial, distribution, manufacturing, or logistics environments
Strong knowledge of employment laws and compliance
Experience using ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter

Preferred

Experience in chemical distribution, manufacturing, or regulated industries
Familiarity with EHS, DOT, HAZMAT, or CDL hiring requirements
Multi-site or geographically dispersed recruiting experience
SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar certification

Our Offer

We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.

Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
Paid parental leave
Education assistance program
Employee assistance program
Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

Brenntag and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to any category protected by federal, state or local law, including as applicable, applicant’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical condition), genetic information, military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable federal, state or local law, political affiliation, marital status, membership in an employee organization, parental status, expunged juvenile record, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Brenntag will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. This application is considered current for sixty (60) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application.

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Brenntag North America, Inc. and its subsidiaries use E-Verify, a government-run, web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information, please go to https://www.e-verify.gov/employee or view the poster at https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster.pdf.

Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.

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