Director, Talent Acquisition

Nordex Group

. Develop and execute North America's Talent Acquisition strategy aligned with business growth plans and workforce requirements .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeWest Branch • Iowa • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing Talent Acquisition strategies aligned with business growth, while leading high-volume recruiting efforts and optimizing recruiting processes. Proficient in utilizing recruiting metrics and technologies to enhance candidate and hiring manager experiences.

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Talent Acquisition Strategy DevelopmentHigh-Volume Recruiting ExperienceLeadership of Recruiting TeamsSourcing Strategies and TechnologiesWorkforce Analytics and Metrics

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Hard Skills

Talent AcquisitionRecruiting StrategiesWorkforce AnalyticsSourcing StrategiesApplicant Tracking SystemsData-Driven Decision-MakingRecruiting MetricsCoaching and MentoringSafety Protocols ComplianceContract Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationStakeholder ManagementAdaptabilityTeam Development

Tools & Technologies

SAP SuccessFactorsRecruiting TechnologiesAutomation ToolsSourcing PlatformsApplicant Tracking Systems

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingSkilled TradesField ServiceConstructionEnergyTechnical IndustriesNorth AmericaWorkforce GrowthTalent Market ResearchRecruiting Agency Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute North America's Talent Acquisition strategy aligned with business growth plans and workforce requirements
Build and lead a scalable recruiting function supporting rapid organizational growth and fluctuating hiring demands
Partner with business leaders and People & Culture teams to anticipate workforce needs and develop proactive recruiting strategies
Lead recruiting for high-volume operational hiring and professional, technical, leadership, and specialized positions
Develop innovative sourcing strategies and talent pipelines across diverse markets
Coach, mentor, and develop the Talent Acquisition team while creating accountability and performance excellence
Establish recruiting metrics, reporting, and workforce analytics
Improve recruiting processes, candidate experience, hiring manager experience, and operational efficiency
Evaluate and optimize recruiting technologies, applicant tracking systems, sourcing platforms, and automation opportunities
Build labor market intelligence and advise leaders on talent availability, compensation trends, and competitive hiring activity
Manage recruiting agency relationships, contracts, and recruiting-related expenditures
Partner with People & Culture, Compensation & Benefits, Learning & Development, and Operations stakeholders
Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on recruiting strategy, talent acquisition best practices, and workforce planning
Support Nordex's mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Significant progressive Talent Acquisition experience, including leadership of recruiting teams
Demonstrated success supporting organizations experiencing significant workforce growth and transformation
Experience developing and implementing recruiting strategies beyond traditional requisition management
Experience supporting high-volume recruiting and geographically dispersed operational workforces
Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies, recruiting technologies, applicant tracking systems, and talent market research
Experience using recruiting metrics, workforce analytics, and data-driven decision-making
Strong leadership, coaching, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
Preferred experience recruiting for manufacturing, skilled trades, field service, construction, energy, or other technical industries
Preferred experience supporting recruiting efforts across both the United States and Canada
Preferred experience building or transforming Talent Acquisition functions during periods of growth
Experience with SAP SuccessFactors or similar enterprise recruiting platforms preferred
Experience managing staffing agencies, RPO providers, contract recruiters, and external recruiting partners preferred
Must be willing to travel as business needs require, including travel to Canada
Must possess a full valid driver's license and be insurable under the company's auto insurance policy
Must demonstrate commitment to safety protocols and procedures
Must ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies
Must proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards
Must properly use applicable safety equipment, including eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats
Must speak and understand English fluently to communicate safety and job-related information and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life and AD&D Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
Student Debt Repayment
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Parental Leave
Calm Subscription
Gym Membership Reimbursement
Accident Insurance
Legal Plans
Spot Pet Insurance
Auto and Home Insurance