Talent Acquisition Manager

Overview

We are successful when we have the right people in the right roles. Our Manager of Talent Acquisition ensures we hire individuals who are both qualified for the work at hand and uniquely suited to our culture. When we attract and select the right talent, our people thrive, our teams perform at a high level, and Room & Board continues to grow and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

 

As the Manager of Talent Acquisition, you’ll lead the strategy and execution of recruiting efforts across the organization. You’ll partner closely with business leaders and HR colleagues to deliver a best‑in‑class candidate and hiring manager experience while building scalable, inclusive, and data‑informed recruiting practices.

 

This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for both people leadership and full‑cycle recruiting, with a strong emphasis on talent strategy, workforce planning, and continuous improvement.

Location:

4600 Olson Memorial Highway

Golden Valley, MN 55422

Please note: This is a hybrid role working 3-4 days in our office. We are not currently considering fully remote candidates.

 

You will share your talents as a Talent Acquisition Manager in the following ways:

 

Partner Strategically with Leaders

• Build strong, trust‑based relationships with hiring managers across the country to understand their unique hiring needs.
• Translate business priorities into effective sourcing, assessment, and selection strategies.
• Act as a trusted adviser on market trends, talent availability, and competitive insights.
• Influence and educate leaders on best practices in interviewing, selection, and equitable hiring.

Lead Talent Acquisition Strategy & Delivery

• Develop and execute a talent acquisition strategy aligned with business priorities and workforce plans.

• Lead full‑cycle recruiting for select roles, including leadership and hard‑to‑fill positions.

• Ensure equitable, inclusive, and legally compliant hiring practices.

• Build proactive talent pipelines and community partnerships that support long‑term hiring needs.

Grow and Develop the TA Team

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of recruitment professionals.

• Set clear goals and high standards for talent acquisition delivery.

• Foster a collaborative, high‑performing, and candidate‑centric recruiting culture.

• Partner closely with HR colleagues to ensure a seamless candidate experience.

Champion Culture and Candidate Experience

• Ensure the hiring process reflects our values and creates a welcoming, respectful experience for all candidates.

• Support diversity recruiting strategies and early‑career or niche talent programs.

• Partner with internal communications to ensure job postings and messaging align with our brand standards.

Ensure Operational Excellence

• Own and continuously improve recruiting processes, systems, and tools (ATS, assessments, vendors).

• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.

• Partner with Technology to develop a road-map for workflow improvements (ATS, scheduling tools).

• Ensure compliance with hiring laws, documentation standards, and internal policies.

Use Data and Technology Thoughtfully

• Use recruiting metrics and dashboards to evaluate effectiveness and drive decisions.

• Share meaningful insights with leaders on applicant flow, hiring trends, and process performance.

• Leverage emerging tools and technologies to improve efficiency and inform talent strategies.

Lead and Support Key Projects

• Lead and contribute to TA and HR projects that strengthen our operating model and support innovation.

• Continuously look for ways to improve how recruiting work gets done—making it simpler, more consistent, and more effective.

You will bring the following experiences & qualifications as a Talent Acquisition Manager:

 

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition or recruiting.

• 2+ years of experience leading or mentoring recruiting professionals.

• Proven success managing full‑cycle recruiting across multiple job families.

• Strong stakeholder management and consul