Senior Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist
At a glance
Senior Recruiting & Talent Acquisition role at Vizient. Irving · full-time · $77,400–$135,400 base.
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What you'll do
- Build proactive talent pipelines for hard-to-fill roles, using talent mapping and market research to find relevant candidate pools
- Work with talent partners and hiring leaders to clarify role needs and recommend search approaches informed by labor-market evidence
- Reach passive candidates with tailored messages, hold initial conversations and keep promising contacts engaged for future roles
- Track pipeline health and sourcing results, then use the data to improve outreach and share market insights with talent and HR leaders
- Keep candidate records accurate in the applicant tracking system and use sourcing platforms in line with hiring policies
What you bring
- At least five years in sourcing or talent acquisition, with hands-on experience building candidate pipelines
- A record of finding candidates for complex, specialized or senior-level openings
- Advanced skill with sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, talent databases or research platforms
- Strong research, analysis and communication skills, plus the ability to influence without formal authority
Who this fits
This senior role suits a sourcing specialist comfortable with proactive outreach, market research and advising hiring partners. You’ll need to influence colleagues without direct authority and handle candidate data in line with hiring policies.
From the employer
When you’re the best, we’re the best. We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents while living and working as their authentic selves. We provide extensive opportunities for personal and professional development, building both employee competence and organizational capability to fuel exceptional performance through an inclusive environment both now and in the future.
Summary:
Responsible for developing and executing proactive sourcing strategies to build robust, diverse talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles. This role partners closely with Talent Acquisition Partners and business leaders to identify, engage, and nurture high-quality talent aligned with current and future workforce needs.
The Senior Sourcing Specialist brings deep market expertise, creative outreach strategies, and data-driven insights to elevate the organization’s talent pipeline and competitive positioning.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Pipeline Development
- Design and execute innovative sourcing strategies for high-impact and niche roles
- Build and maintain proactive pipelines aligned to workforce planning priorities
- Conduct talent mapping and market research to identify competitive talent pools
- Develop and manage talent communities for ongoing engagement
Business & TA Partnership
- Partner with Talent Acquisition Partners and hiring leaders to understand role requirements and business drivers
- Provide labor market intelligence, competitive insights, and talent availability data
- Advise on sourcing strategies that align with diversity and inclusion goals
- Support intake meetings with market perspective and recommended search strategies
Candidate Engagement
- Identify and engage passive candidates through creative outreach techniques
- Craft compelling messaging tailored to targeted talent segments
- Conduct initial outreach conversations and pre-screening as appropriate
- Maintain ongoing candidate relationships for future opportunities
Data & Market Intelligence
- Leverage sourcing tools, platforms, and analytics to optimize pipeline development
- Track sourcing effectiveness, conversion rates, and pipeline health
- Analyze trends to refine sourcing approaches and improve results
- Share competitive insights with TA and HR leadership
Operational Excellence
- Maintain accurate candidate data within the applicant tracking system
- Utilize sourcing technologies and platforms effectively
- Continuously explore new sourcing channels and tools
- Ensure compliance with hiring policies and applicable employment laws
Qualifications
- 5+ years of sourcing or talent acquisition experience, with a focus on proactive pipeline development
- Demonstrated success sourcing for complex, specialized, or senior-level roles
- Strong understanding of labor market dynamics and competitive talent landscapes
- Advanced proficiency with sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, talent databases, research platforms, etc.)
- Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to influence without direct authority
Estimated Hiring Range:
At Vizient, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances. The current salary range for this role is $77,400.00 to $135,400.00.This position is also incentive eligible.
Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:
http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers
Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.