Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Department: Human Capital & Culture

Reports to: Director – Human Capital & Culture

Hours Available: M-F 8:30am-5:30pm EST (1-hour lunch break)

FLSA Class: Exempt

EEO1 Classification: Professional

Physical Address: 200 Sea Ln, Farmingdale, NY 11735

Salary Range: $53,818 - $98,880 (Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law)

Grade: 3

 

Why Work @ BEDGEAR?

If you’re looking for a career and not just a job, BEDGEAR provides a work environment that accelerates growth for all its team members. Keeping up with the everyday challenges of a fast-growing consumer goods company demands a team of all-in players, who are focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, leadership, and have a growth-mindset. If you want to elevate yourself personally and professionally, surrounding yourself with others that share the same values, beliefs, and behaviors will provide the support and extra push to reach new heights and smash new goals. At BEDGEAR you can expect to find successful teammates who exemplify our core values of being:

HUNGRY - HUMBLE - CURIOUS - CLEVER - COMMITTED - HUMANITARIAN

About BEDGEAR® PERFORMANCE®

Launched in 2009, BEDGEAR® is the brand of Performance® that provides innovative bedding by focusing on an active lifestyle and well-being. BEDGEAR’s sleep solutions are engineered with Performance fabrics that are temperature neutral and instant cooling and maximizes airflow to allow the body to naturally regulate its temperature. With a core belief of One Size Does Not Fit All™, BEDGEAR has redefined the way people view sleep by developing interactive in-store experiences and breathable bedding products that are personally fit to a consumer based on specific factors, including body type, sleep position and temperature. BEDGEAR is dedicated to integrating environmental responsibility into product development to ensure less returned goods are being sent to landfills. BEDGEAR is essential to the rest and recovery routines of professional athletes and active people who need to maximize their sleep. A proud manufacturer in the USA, BEDGEAR offers mattresses, pillows, sheets, blankets, pet beds as well as travel, kids and baby products that often feature removable and washable covers to maintain a clean and healthy sleep environment. BEDGEAR is represented in more than 4,000 retail stores across the globe and has earned more than 220 U.S. and worldwide patents, trademark registrations and pending applications. Sleep Fuels Everything®!

Learn more at bedgear.com.

 

Summary:  The Talent Acquisition Specialist role is crucial in driving our recruitment initiatives across the company. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for developing and executing recruitment strategies, building partnerships with educational institutions, attending job fairs and events, and ensuring a seamless onboarding experience for new hires. The role requires travel to offsite events and close collaboration with various departments to meet the company’s talent needs.

 

Essential Functions (include but not limited to):

 

Talent Acquisition:

• Source, screen, and interview candidates to identify the best fit for the organization’s needs.
• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, from job posting to offer negotiation.
• Collaborate with department managers to understand their hiring needs and provide guidance on recruitment strategies.

Recruitment Strategy Development:

• Create and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent across all levels and departments, including both exempt and non-exempt positions.
• Stay updated on industry trends, legal updates, and best practices to continuously improve recruitment processes and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.

Partnerships & Events:

• Build and maintain relationships with universities, colleges, and other educational institutions to develop a talent pipeline.
• Represent BEDGEAR at career fairs, networking events, and other recruitment-related activities.

Onboarding & Coordination:

• Oversee the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the company.
• Coordinate with various departments to schedule onboarding activities, including orientation, training, and presentations.
• Conduct onboarding presentations for Human Capital & Culture and ensure new hires have all the necessary resources and information.

This job description is intended as a general guideline and should not be considered an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The Talent Acquisition Specialist may be required to perform additional duties, as well as be tasked with special projects as needed.

 

MUST HAVE:

Ability to prioritize effectively and operate efficiently; use sound judgment to make rational decisions; ability to recognize opportunities and evoke change where applicable; must be objective v. subjective; strong follow up skills; intrapersonal skills; excellent communication skills; attention to detail and process orientation; problem solving skills; coaching and mentoring skills; must have thorough understanding of company’s confidentiality agreement.

 

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• HS Diploma or GED
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and have IDs needed to verify.
• English proficient (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension)
• Computer savvy; proficient with Microsoft Office

 

Sensory Requirements: Should have working use of hearing and vision with or without the use of corrective lenses/hearing aids to be able to read paperwork, work on a computer screen for an extended period of time, and frequently speak on the phone.

 

Environmental: N/A - indoor office environment. Not a remote position; must be able to work in office daily.

 

Education/Experience/License Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1+ year of experience in talent acquisition or a similar role. Employment agency experience preferred.
• Membership in SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) considered a plus.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment strategies, tools, and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage relationships effectively.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

 

Language Skills: English proficiency required (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension). Knowledge of an additional language(s) is a plus!

 

Mathematical Skills: Basic arithmetic and algebra

 

Reasoning Ability: Solid understanding of talent acquisition strategies and tactics; excellent planning and problem-solving skills; ability to effectively prioritize and project manage multiple assignments at any given time. Ability to use judgement to make important decisions.

 

Work Environment:  Indoor office environment most times.

 

Physical Demands:

ACTIVITY	FREQUENCY                       ACTIVITY					FREQUENCY
	N Never	O Occas	F Freq	C Const		N Never	O Occas	F Freq	C Const
Lift/Carry:
10 Lbs. Or less		x			Climb		x
11-15 Lbs.		x			Crawl		x
16-20 Lbs.		x			Reach Above Shoulder		x
21-40 Lbs.		x			Reach Outward			x
41-50 Lbs.	x				Handling/Fingering				x
50- 100 Lbs.	x				Stand			x
Over 100 Lbs.	x
Push/Pull:					Walk		x
12 Lbs. Or less		x			Sit			x
13-20 Lbs.		x
26-40 Lbs.		x			Drive:
41-100 Lbs.		x			Automatic	x
					Standard
Bend		x
Squat/Kneel		x
Twist/Turn		x			Type/Keyboard				x
Appropriate work intensity level:      Sedentary      Light      Medium      Heavy      Very Heavy

 

Key:

N-Never

O-Occasional; 1-33% of time

F-Frequent; 34-66% of time

C-Constant; 67-100% of time

 

BEDGEAR® is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that participates in the E-Verify program!