TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST - Haynes Furniture

Talent Acquisition Specialist Are you a Talent Acquisition professional who knows how to turn social media reach into quality hires? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, love engaging with people face-to-face, and use data to drive smarter recruiting decisions? We're looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing retail organization and take ownership of high-volume hiring across sales, warehouse, merchandising, inventory, buying, and support roles. This is a fully on-site position ideal for an outgoing, energetic, and analytical recruiter who values employee engagement and being embedded in the business and actively contributes to fostering a positive, engaging workplace culture. What You'll Do Lead full-cycle, high-volume recruiting for retail and operations roles Design and execute social media recruiting and advertising strategies to attract quality candidates Analyze recruiting metrics (applicant flow, conversion rates, interview attendance, time-to-fill) to continuously improve results Proactively source candidates using job boards, social platforms, networking events, referrals, and direct outreach Partner closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and refine hiring strategies Create and deliver an engaging, positive candidate experience from first interaction through onboarding Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs Support employee engagement initiatives, recruiting events, and employer-branding efforts to strengthen retention and organizational culture Maintain accurate ATS records and recruiting data Assist with interview coordination and scheduling to ensure a smooth and efficient hiring process What We're Looking For Proven experience in high-volume recruiting 35 years of Talent Acquisition or recruiting experience preferred Strong background in social media sourcing, digital recruiting, and advertising Data-driven mindset with comfort using metrics to guide decisions Extroverted, confident communicator who enjoys building relationships Passion for employee engagement and candidate experience Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, on-site environment Experience recruiting in retail, sales, warehouse, or operations roles preferred Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or related field, or equivalent work experience preferred Microsoft Office proficiency required, including strong Excel skills for reporting and recruiting analytics Experience with interview scheduling and coordination preferred HR certifications (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or equivalent) preferred Why Join Us? High-impact role with visibility across the organization Opportunity to shape recruiting strategy and employer brand Collaborative, people-focused culture that prioritizes employee engagement and connection Room to bring creativity, analytics, and innovation to talent acquisition If you're ready to bring energy, strategy, and results to a role where recruiting truly matters, we'd love to meet you. Benefits + Perks Generous paid time off beginning within the first 120 days Employee discount on already great deals Career growth & supportive leaders Medical (High-Deductible plans offer company paid HSA contributions) Vision, Dental, company paid basic and Supplemental Life Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance Short Term and Long-Term Disability plans Legal Resources Plan and Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) retirement plan/company contribution About the Company Haynes Furniture and The Dump is a fourth-generation, family-owned company founded in Norfolk, Virginia in 1898. For more than 125 years, we've remained committed to delivering exceptional value, quality, and service. What began as a single store has grown into one of the nation's largest home furnishings retailers, with locations across Virginia, Georgia, Illinois, Texas, and Arizona. Our Values: Respect. Quality. Grit. Growth. Our Purpose: Inspire Ourselves & Community to Never Settle on Quality, Value & Service Our Mission: To Become the Most Trusted Furniture Company. Equal Employment Opportunity Haynes Furniture and The Dump is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these factors.

Created: 2026-03-04