The Director, Talent Acquisition will lead how Fleet Feet attracts, hires, and grows great people across our stores, distribution center, and corporate teams. This role is about more than filling positions - it’s about building the teams that power our people-first culture and support the next phase of Fleet Feet’s growth.

We’re looking for a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and knows how to balance big-picture thinking with day-to-day execution. This person will partner closely with leaders across the business to understand talent needs, strengthen our employer brand, and create hiring strategies that help us find exceptional people who connect with our purpose and values.

The Director will lead and develop the Talent Acquisition team while creating an inclusive, high-quality candidate experience that reflects who we are as a company. They’ll use data insights, workforce trends, and relationship-building to proactively develop pipelines and scalable hiring practices that support Fleet Feet today and as we continue to grow.

This is a hybrid position, with an expectation of working in the office three days per week.

Strategic Workforce Planning & Partnership

Partner with VP, Human Resources, HR leadership, and business leaders to develop forward-looking workforce plans aligned to business growth and market trends
Partner with HR and business leaders to strengthen internal mobility and career pathway strategies
Anticipate talent needs by analyzing labor market data, industry trends, and internal workforce insights
Advise leadership on talent availability and hiring strategies to enable business goals
Translate business strategy into scalable, proactive recruiting plans across retail and corporate functions
Communicate effectively by understanding the business and audiences and proactively sharing clear, timely information to build alignment and trust across teams

Talent Acquisition Strategy & Employer Brand

Define and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy that strengthens Fleet Feet’s position as an employer of choice
Lead employer branding initiatives to attract high-quality, diverse talent across multiple channels
Build and sustain strategic partnerships (community, university, industry) to develop talent pipelines
Oversee innovative sourcing strategies that are proactive, data-driven, and aligned with future workforce needs

Team Leadership & Capability Building

Lead, develop, and inspire the Talent Acquisition team, setting clear vision, goals, and performance expectations
Lead team with their continued capability in strategic sourcing, consultative partnership, and inclusive hiring practices
Coach hiring managers and leaders across the organization to elevate interviewing and selection effectiveness
Foster a culture of accountability and ownership, continuous improvement, and exceptional service delivery.

Recruiting Operations & Excellence

Oversee end-to-end recruiting operations, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and scalability across all hiring
Establish and monitor key performance metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, quality of hire, candidate experience, source effectiveness)
Drive continuous improvement of recruiting processes, systems, and technologies (ATS, onboarding platforms, etc.)
Ensure compliance with employment laws, policies, and best practices

Inclusive Hiring & Belonging

Lead strategies that embed belonging and inclusion throughout the talent acquisition lifecycle
Expand outreach efforts and partnerships to attract a broad and diverse candidate pool
Ensure equitable and consistent hiring practices across all levels of the organization
Champion initiatives (e.g., internship programs, community engagement) that increase access to opportunities

Hiring, Onboarding & Experience

Ensure a seamless, high-quality candidate and hiring manager experience from sourcing through onboarding
Oversee offer processes, ensuring alignment with compensation strategy and internal equity
Partner cross-functionally to deliver effective onboarding experiences that drive early engagement and retention

Data, Insights & Innovation

Leverage data to inform decision-making and continuously improve hiring outcomes
Provide regular insights and reporting to leadership on talent trends, risks, and opportunities
Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to evolve the TA function
Evaluate and implement emerging recruiting technologies, AI-enabled sourcing tools, and automation strategies that improve efficiency
Identify and implement innovative tools and strategies to enhance recruiting effectiveness and scalability
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
8+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience, including team leadership
Proven experience developing and executing talent strategies in a high-growth, fast paced, multi-location environment, retail preferred
Strong business acumen with the ability to influence and partner with senior leadership
Demonstrated success in building employer brand and proactive talent pipelines
Experience leading inclusive recruiting strategies and diversity-focused initiatives
Expertise in recruiting technologies, systems, and data analytics
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Experience in leading organizational change initiatives

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