Job Abstract

Company Description

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc is a leading provider of gifts designed to help customers express, connect, and celebrate. The company’s business platform features our all-star family of brands, including 1-800-Flowers.com, Harry & David, Personalization Mall, Cheryl’s Cookies, Shari’s Berries, and The Popcorn Factory. The company also operates BloomNet, an international floral service provider offering a broad range of products and services designed to help professional florists grow their business profitably; Napco, a resource for floral gifts and seasonal décor; and DesignPac Gifts, a manufacturer of gift baskets and towers.

The Talent Acquisition Coordinator will report to the Sr. Director, Talent Acquisition, and serve as a key recruiting partner for the 1-800-Flowers.com family of brands. The Talent Acquisition Coordinator will work closely in partnership with Operations business leaders as well as HR and EHS business partners. This position will also play a critical role in developing partnerships within the local community to increase awareness and visibility of open positions, establish talent pipelines, and increase brand awareness. High Volume recruiting experience strongly preferred.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle recruiting process, including screening resumes and interviewing candidates (by phone and in person)
• Partner with Business leaders and Talent Acquisition team to execute recruiting strategies and acquire top-performing talent
• Determine applicant qualifications by pre-screening applicants, analyzing responses, and comparing qualifications to job requirements
• Provide a high-quality experience for every potential candidate through effective communication and consistent follow-through
• Track and report on hires per week for management and other reports as requested
• Build applicant sources by researching and contacting community services, colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, media, and internet sites
• Leverage online recruiting resources, recent market developments, social media and other business resources to build talent pipeline
• Partner with temp staffing agencies for seasonal hiring needs
• Conduct new hire orientations on weekly or as-needed basis; maintain current new hire orientation materials and presentation
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies
• Organize and attends job fairs, campus events, and other networking opportunities
• Maintain reasonable and reliable attendance
• Work extended hours, including weekends during peak season

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1-3 years of full lifecycle recruitment experience in a fast-paced, high growth environment required
• Experience recruiting in a manufacturing or distribution environment with high seasonal demands preferred
• Demonstrate and maintain a positive and professional manner
• Manage time efficiently and effectively
• Self-motivated to exceed expectations and drive results; ability to work independently
• Ability to build rapport quickly, take a consultative approach and advise hiring managers and interviewers on recruiting best practices
• Strong verbal and written communication skills