Senior Talent Acquisition Partner (Contract)
ConfidentialThis is a full-time, on-site contract position based in Sacramento, California. Contract Duration: 6 months with potential for extension based on business needs. About the Company: Nivagen is a global company dedicated to enhancing lives by developing and providing cost-effective generic prescription drugs and over-the-counter products for the North American market. For over a decade, we've remained steadfast in our commitment to the core values of excellence, integrity, and respect for people. Our team of professionals collaborates tirelessly to pioneer advancements in manufacturing, distribution, and quality control, ensuring a holistic approach to healthcare. Through vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, cutting-edge technology, and unwavering dedication to excellence, we continually strive to redefine medication accessibility and affordability. We prioritize our employees' well-being by offering competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and robust training and development opportunities. By investing in our workforce and fostering a culture of growth and support, we empower our team to drive innovation and make a positive impact in the healthcare industry. At Nivagen, our mission is clear: to make a meaningful difference in people's lives by delivering high-quality, affordable medications while upholding the highest standards of integrity and excellence. Job Location: Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Sacramento, CA 3900 Duckhorn Dr, Sacramento, CA 95834 About the Job: Nivagen is seeking a highly driven and results-oriented Senior Talent Acquisition Partner to support strategic growth within our pharmaceutical manufacturing organization. This role is responsible for full-cycle recruitment with a primary emphasis on proactive sourcing, talent pipelining, talent mapping, and passive candidate engagement for difficult-to-fill positions across Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Validation, Microbiology, and Technical Operations. This is not a transactional recruiting role. The successful candidate will spend a significant portion of their time identifying, engaging, and developing relationships with specialized pharmaceutical talent through direct recruiting efforts rather than relying on external staffing agencies. The ideal candidate is a resourceful recruiter who thrives on hunting for talent, developing creative sourcing strategies, building professional networks, and converting passive candidates into successful hires. Approximately 70% of this role will focus on direct sourcing, talent mapping, pipeline development, and passive candidate engagement. Responsibilities: Strategic Sourcing & Talent Pipeline Development Develop and execute sourcing strategies for difficult-to-fill pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality, engineering, and technical operations positions. Build and maintain robust talent pipelines for current and anticipated hiring needs. Conduct talent mapping and competitive intelligence research to identify high-potential candidates within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CDMO, medical device, and other GMP-regulated environments. Utilize LinkedIn Recruiter, industry associations, networking groups, referrals, professional organizations, and direct outreach campaigns to engage passive candidates. Develop and maintain talent communities for critical business functions. Establish sustainable pipelines that reduce reliance on external recruiting agencies and contingency search firms. Full-Cycle Recruitment Partner with hiring managers to understand business needs, technical requirements, and hiring priorities. Conduct intake meetings and develop customized recruitment strategies for assigned openings. Screen and assess applicants for technical qualifications, industry knowledge, leadership capability, and cultural fit. Coordinate interviews, gather stakeholder feedback, and manage candidate communication throughout the hiring process. Facilitate offer development, negotiations, and candidate closing activi…