talent acquisition manager in freight forwarding

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarding company providing supply chain solutions through a worldwide network and trusted partners. Its services include customized door-to-door deliveries by sea, air, land, and rail, as well as customs brokerage and warehouse management.

• Lead and manage the recruitment lifecycle across Europe, from role intake and job posting in the ATS (iCIMS) through screening and interviews, ensuring timeliness, quality, and compliance;
• Partner with department heads and business leaders to define role requirements, hiring criteria, and recruitment strategies aligned with organizational goals and workforce planning needs;
• Develop and execute the European recruitment strategy in alignment with business objectives, market trends, and talent availability;
• Utilize job boards, social media, direct sourcing, employee referrals, and industry networks to attract qualified candidates and proactively build talent pools;
• Participate in industry fairs to promote the company as an employer of choice and attract skilled professionals in the freight forwarding industry;
• Collaborate with global HR and local HR Business Partners to support the business in hiring top talent;
• Provide KPIs, including open roles per country, time to hire, turnover rate, recruitment experience, number of apprenticeships, and training programs, and prepare insightful reports.

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field;
• 7+ Years of full-cycle recruiting experience;
• 2+ Years in a team management or leadership role;
• 1+ Year of demonstrated success managing recruitment teams and building effective hiring strategies tailored to European markets;
• Knowledge of recruiting tools, sourcing strategies, and talent platforms;
• Professional network across Europe and the freight forwarding industry;
• Strong understanding of freight forwarding roles, talent profiles, and market dynamics;
• Understanding of employment law and recruitment compliance;
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills;
• Ability to influence and partner with senior leaders;
• Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and reporting capabilities;
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms;
• Only applicants with experience in the logistics (freight forwarding) industry can be considered.

• 27.5 Holiday days per year;
• Solid pension plan;
• Access to an online learning library and regular training opportunities;
• Employee support programs focused on well-being;
• Five paid volunteer hours per year;
• Exclusive employee discounts through Deel.