Senior Recruiter

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations. 

Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.

We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

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We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Recruiter with deep expertise in filling Finance, Accounting, IT, HR, Risk, and Safety positions. This individual will be responsible for managing the full recruitment cycle for key roles within these specialized functions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sourcing, interviewing, and hiring top talent for complex and high-demand positions. The Senior Recruiter will be expected to collaborate with hiring managers and HR teams, providing exceptional talent acquisition services and driving recruitment strategies across these critical areas. This position will report to the Director of Talent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Talent Acquisition Strategy: Lead the recruitment process for Finance, Accounting, IT, HR, Risk, and Safety positions, working closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements and develop sourcing strategies.
• Sourcing and Recruitment: Utilize a variety of sourcing methods (job boards, networking, LinkedIn, direct sourcing, etc.) to identify and attract high-caliber candidates.
• Candidate Screening and Interviews: Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and assess candidates' qualifications and cultural fit. Coordinate interviews with hiring managers and provide feedback throughout the process.
• Offer Negotiation and Onboarding: Partner with hiring managers to extend offers, negotiate terms, and facilitate a smooth onboarding experience for new hires.
• Collaborative Partnering: Work closely with HR and hiring managers to ensure alignment on recruitment needs, timelines, and candidate selection.
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve recruitment processes to ensure efficiency, candidate experience, and alignment with business needs.
• Reporting and Analytics: Provide regular updates and reports on recruitment progress, candidate pipelines, and any challenges faced in filling open positions.

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required (Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of recruiting experience, specializing in sourcing and filling roles in Finance, Accounting, IT, HR, Risk, and Safety.
• Expertise in recruiting tools, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and social media platforms for candidate sourcing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.
• Experience in candidate screening, interviewing, and selection.
• Experience recruiting for executive-level and highly specialized positions.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work a hybrid schedule (4 days remote, 1 day in the Corporate Office in Fort Worth).
• 5% local travel required.

Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.
 

·         Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

·         Short and Long Term Disability

·         401K with matching contribution

·         Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)

·         Employee Assistance Program

·         Wellness Program

·         Educational Assistance Program

·         Paid Vacation and holidays

·         Employee Credit Union

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.
 

Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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