Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner

Job Summary

The Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner is a key contributor to the full recruitment lifecycle across the Fuerst Group family of companies. This role is responsible for delivering a seamless and high-quality experience for both candidates and hiring managers by independently managing all phases of recruitment — from sourcing and screening to selection and offer management. The Senior Partner proactively sources both active and passive candidates for a variety of roles, including hard-to-fill positions, and builds strong relationships with internal stakeholders to align hiring strategies with business needs. As a trusted advisor, this role consults with hiring managers on effective interviewing techniques, inclusive hiring practices, compliance, and competitive offer development, while championing an exceptional candidate experience and advancing our talent brand.

This role is based in Portland and requires a regular presence at our global headquarters (three days per week).

Essential Functions

• Owns full-cycle recruiting, acting as a strategic advisor to hiring managers.
• Collaborates with business leaders to build and continuously improve talent strategies that reflect evolving business needs and team culture
• Leverages advanced sourcing techniques and industry insights to identify, attract, and engage diverse, high-quality talent
• Drives a high-touch candidate and hiring manager experience by proactively managing communications and expectations throughout the process
• Facilitates structured, behavior-based interviews and influences best practices in selection.
• Supports organizational DEI goals by embedding inclusive practices in sourcing and selection and reporting on related outcomes.
• Maintains and analyzes ATS data to monitor progress toward team goals and identify areas for improvement.
• Represents the company at targeted events, strengthens employer brand visibility, and supports workforce planning conversations

Qualifications 

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• 3-5 years in Talent Acquisition within an agency or corporate environment 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Demonstrated consultative and relationship building experience across all levels of an organization 
• Proven knowledge of diversity recruiting, reducing bias, improving equity and
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills with all levels of
• Strong written and verbal communication

Travel - No

Base Salary: $94,000 - $100,000 yearly
This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. The actual base salary will depend on numerous factors such as: experience, knowledge and skills, and location. Our base salary is just one component of our competitive total rewards strategy which includes numerous benefits and perks as well as specific health and welfare benefits.

Why Work at KEEN:  Driven by a passion for life outside, KEEN is a values-led, independently owned brand from Portland, Oregon, that’s on a mission to create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003, KEEN launched a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport adventure sandal, and has donated more than $18 million to non-profit organizations and causes around the world to promote responsible outdoor recreation, including conservation efforts to protect open spaces. KEEN strives to show the world through its products and its actions that a business for good can actually be good for business. By giving back, reducing impact, and activating communities and individuals to protect the places where we work and play, KEEN puts its values in motion and takes action to leave the world a better place.  

At KEEN, we believe in a more just and equitable future for all people. As a global brand, we acknowledge that our business, buildings, and daily lives exist within the traditional territories of indigenous peoples. We strive for a future that recognizes the knowledge, rights, and resilience of these peoples.

KEEN Footwear is an equal opportunity employer.  We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.