Senior Recruiter, Retail and Operations

At Fanatics Commerce, we’re more than just a leader in licensed sports merchandise – we’re a team united by a relentless passion for our fans and a commitment to innovation. We live by our BOLD Leadership principles: We Build Championship Teams, we’re Obsessed with Fans, we embrace a Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit, and we approach every challenge with a Determined and Relentless Mindset. If you’re ready to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment that thrives on collaboration and growth, we want you to be part of our team.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

As a Senior Recruiter at Fanatics Commerce, you will serve as a trusted talent advisor, driving strategic recruiting initiatives that shape the future of our organization. You’ll partner closely with senior leaders and hiring managers across a variety of functions to deliver top-tier talent in a fast-paced, global environment. This role goes beyond filling positions—it’s about influencing hiring strategies, building diverse pipelines, and elevating the candidate experience at scale.

how you will make an impact:

Strategic Talent Partnering

• Act as a consultative partner to business leaders, providing market insights, talent strategies, and workforce planning recommendations.
• Influence hiring decisions through data-driven insights and competitive intelligence.

Full-Cycle Recruiting Leadership

• Own end-to-end recruitment for critical roles across the Organization, including sourcing, assessment, and offer negotiation.
• Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract passive and niche talent globally.

Candidate Experience Excellence

• Deliver a high-touch, personalized experience for candidates, ensuring every interaction reflects the Fanatics brand.
• Champion diversity and inclusion throughout the hiring process.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with senior executives, hiring managers, and cross-functional partners to align talent priorities. 
• Engage with Compensation, HR Business Partners, Benefits, and related stakeholders at key stages of the hiring lifecycle to inform decisions, align strategy, and drive successful outcomes.
• Provide regular updates and reporting on recruiting progress, challenges, and market trends.

Talent Insights and Recruiting Strategy

• Identify and analyze key talent, pipeline, and KPI data to uncover trends and actionable insights, translating metrics into clear, compelling narratives that guide hiring managers and influence strategic recruiting decisions.
• Leverage data‑backed storytelling to align hiring teams, shape sourcing and selection strategies, and continuously improve recruiting processes in support of evolving business needs.
• Use technology and analytics to streamline recruiting workflows, measure performance across the hiring process, and drive greater efficiency.

what you bring to the team:

• 5-8+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, ideally in a multi-branded and/or vertical retail Company.
• Proven ability to manage complex searches and influence senior stakeholders.
• Expertise in sourcing strategies, talent mapping, and competitive market analysis.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with a consultative approach.
• Proficiency in ATS platforms (e.g., Greenhouse) and recruiting tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, CRM systems).
• A passion for building world-class teams and delivering exceptional candidate experiences.

At Fanatics, we value transparency and honesty. If you don’t meet every single requirement, that’s okay – we still want to hear from you! We believe in the power of diverse experiences and talents. If you’re excited about the role and confident that you can contribute, don’t hesitate to apply. We’re genuinely interested in how your unique skills and perspective can