Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

Overview: Are you energized by finding exceptional people and building relationships that last? Kemin is looking for a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to help us attract the talent that will shape our future. In this role, you’ll be a key ambassador for the Kemin employment brand, creating a great experience for every candidate and building strong partnerships with the hiring teams you support. You’ll own the full recruiting process, from sourcing and attracting candidates to interviewing them and guiding them through to an offer, always focused on finding people who fit Kemin’s long-term goals. You’ll work closely with department leaders to understand their staffing needs, design and implement targeted recruitment strategies, and keep our candidate pipeline and databases up to date. Every step of the way, you’ll make sure candidates feel informed, respected, and excited about joining Kemin. This is an on-site position located at our Worldwide Headquarters in Des Moines, Iowa. Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives! We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet. We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet’s natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come. We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines. We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States. As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial, physical, and professional well-being: Competitive Financial Package : Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays. Health and Wellness Support : Stay fit and healthy with our fitness reimbursement for the whole family, access to an on-site fitness center, a restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options, and free fresh fruit in break areas. Career Development and Advancement : Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career. Continued Learning Opportunities : Grow your skills with our in-house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online, and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits. Service Opportunities : Make a positive impact with paid time off for service, partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, and local community initiatives. Responsibilities: Partner with Business Unit leaders to understand current and future staffing needs and build hiring plans that support business goals. Implement and continuously improve Talent Acquisition strategies that attract high-quality, diverse candidates. Proactively source passive candidates and introduce them to rewarding career opportunities at Kemin. Build relationships with industry contacts, stay current on recruiting trends, and bring best practices into our hiring process. Lead the full recruitment and selection process, from resume review and screening interviews through offer. Deliver a positive, engaging experience for every candidate at every stage. Represent Kemin at career fairs and other recruitment events. Use LinkedIn and other recruiting platforms to connect with and engage top talent. Write clear, compelling job descriptions and postings in partnership with hiring managers. Manage candidate records and workflows in the Applicant Tracking Sy…

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