Hybrid Talent Acquisition Business Partner at The Container Store Inc.

The Talent Acquisition Business Partner is responsible for full-cycle recruiting across all areas of the business, including Support Center functions (Technology, Creative, Marketing, Merchandising, Store Support, Finance, Accounting, etc.), Store Leadership, Outside Sales, and additional roles as needed. This position partners closely with hiring managers and business leaders to source, attract, and hire top talent in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. The ideal candidate is a strong networker with a visible LinkedIn presence, a passion for recruitment marketing, and a commitment to building meaningful candidate and community relationships. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position. 

Position Reports To  

Senior Talent Acquisition Manager 

What We Stand For  

Established in 1978, The Container Store has grown to be the leading specialty retailer of storage and organization products in the United States and the only national retailer solely devoted to the category. We provide creative, multifunctional, customizable storage and organization solutions that help our customers save time, save space and improve the quality of their lives. We foster a culture built around our Foundation Principles, which define how we approach our relationships with our employees, vendors, customers and communities and influence every aspect of our business. 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities  

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for roles across the Support Center, Stores, and Field, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer management. 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers, coaching and guiding them through best practices for recruitment and selection. 
• Actively engage with professional networks, community organizations, and universities to expand the company’s talent pipeline. 
• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies, leveraging LinkedIn, SeekOut, Indeed, social media platforms, and other digital tools to attract both active and passive talent. 
• Maintain an active and professional presence on LinkedIn to showcase company culture, share job postings, and engage with potential candidates. 
• Collaborate with internal partners and employer branding partners to develop recruitment content that supports the company’s employment value proposition. 
• Ensure candidates and hiring leaders have a positive experience throughout the hiring process, providing timely communication, white glove service, and feedback. 
• Support compliance and best practices by managing candidates through the Applicant Tracking System (iCIMS) and ensuring all hiring steps are documented. 
• Assist in preparing job offers and onboarding transitions, ensuring alignment with compensation and HR policies. 
• Responsible for maintaining discretion related to all confidential/sensitive company and customer information 
• Performs other requested tasks and duties 

We believe in taking care of our team. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond just health insurance (though we've got that covered too!). Here at The Container Store, we're passionate about helping you contain your health, grow your career, and find balance in your life.

Here's a peek at what you can expect:

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your loved ones well.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with optional investment guidance and assistance offered through Fidelity.
• Unique "1equals3" website for easy access to your benefits information and company updates.
• We've got your back! Competitive sick pay and PTO plan to ensure you can take time off to recharge and come back feeling your best.

For our full-time associates, we offer even more:

• Peace-of-mind benefits: Basic life insurance, disability insurance options, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Family-focused support: Considerate parental leave policies, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fertility & maternity support program.
• Work-life balance boosters: Paid holidays, gym membership discounts, and a qualified transportation benefits program to save on commutes.
• Discounts galore: Enjoy a hefty discount on our amazing products, including merchandise, custom spaces, and services, gift cards, and pet insurance (because fur-babies matter!).
• Recognition you deserve: We honor our employees with service awards and retirement gifts, celebrate those who exemplify our core principles, and recognize exceptional daily contributions.

But that's not all! We offer a fun and collaborative work environment where you can learn, grow, and make a real difference.

Experience and Skills Required 

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred)

• Experience will be considered in lieu of educational requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive recruiting experience, with proven success recruiting in large, matrixed organizations; agency background preferred.  
• Experience managing high-volume requisition loads across multiple functions. 
• Demonstrated success building pipelines for specialized roles in corporate and retail environments. 
• Strong presence and professional following on LinkedIn; proven experience using social media for branding and recruitment. 
• Established network in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, with the ability to engage local talent markets and communities. 
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and partner at all organizational levels. 
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Applicant Tracking Systems (iCIMS preferred). 
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner 
• Is committed to working scheduled hours and has the flexibility to work additional hours based on changing business needs 
• Knowledge of industry business and passion for following trends in the industry  
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, at all levels within and outside the organization 
• Ability to quickly separate the mission-critical tasks from the lower priority tasks; focuses on the most value-added projects of the day or week 
• Flexible, with a positive attitude and passion for knowledge 
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to successfully manage multiple projects at once 
• Possesses focused attention to detail and solid organizational and prioritization skills while working quickly and accurately under pressure  
• Professional manner and strong communication skills internally and with outside vendor partners 
• Makes strategic and effective decisions in the best interest of our customers and our company, taking care to objectively process information 
• Ability to work within and exemplify The Container Store brand which we describe as matchless, fun, authentic, team-focused and life-changing 

Company will not pay costs associated with immigration sponsorship.

The Container Store promotes a smoke-free, drug-free environment.  
 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act 

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