Job Description

VF is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish through our family of iconic brands. At the heart of our journey lies our purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose.It’sthe reason we come to work every day. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling.

We arelooking for a HR Generalist & Talent Acquisition partnerto join our team based in Barcelona(Spain)in order tocover amaternity leave.

Let’s talk about the role!   

This position is responsible tomanagethe recruitment processes forstores and HQfrom intake to offer, including the management of the relationship with hiring manager as well as the relevant HR Business Partner, with the final goal of delivering the highest quality candidate for each position.

Youwill executethe employer branding strategy for retail in the country, and develop the sourcingplan ,focusing on criteria of efficiency and effectiveness.Provide advice to the store and retail management on the best sourcing strategies for specificroles, andmonitor the talent market to propose solutions in terms of mid and long-term talent acquisition activities.Supportinthe onboarding process of candidates, ensuring the correct processes are followed and that evaluations are carried in the correct period.

In the position, you will also develop and support other projects in the HR department.

How You Will Make a Difference

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Sourcing Strategy Execution:maximizes the usage of all candidate touch points, to establisha constant flow of candidates for the external talent pools, balancing the specific needs of the brands and regional approaches where needed. Monitors quality of the different channels on a periodicbasis, andsuggests new providers when needed. Manages the relationship with recruiting agencies, andmonitorstheir performance, reporting on a periodic basis.

• Intake: Manages the intake process, assessing with the hiring manager and the relevant HR Business Partner, when needed, the specific characteristics of the role, summarized in the definition of the profile of the candidate, decision on the channels for the recruitment and on the timeline of the process managing internal customers’ expectations.

• Interviews:Plans and schedules interviews for managerial roles with candidates and management. Ensures that results are capturedand actions are followed. When needed, supports the organization of traveling for interviews at HQ.

• Hiring and Onboarding:Manages the job offer and the negotiation phase, update of the systems, schedules and follows up trial period reviews and initiatesthe onboarding process, monitoring steps andresuls

• Recruiting Training:Runs recruiting training sessions for the management teams, and coachesindividuals on interviewing techniques as needed. Oversees the adaptation ofRegionaltools for the country, ensuring local adaptation and translations when needed.

• Cost Management:ensures a thorough follow-up of the recruiting costs, monitoring providers’ fees, and monitoringthe budget in close cooperation with local HR Retail Business Partners. Manages the usage of Agency Workers, monitoringcostsand invoicing

• Contribute to teamsuccess and HR Projectsparticipates in the projects of the HR department and the activities of the EMEA wide recruiting team, exchanging ideas, suggesting improvements, collaborating on initiativesand supporting on peak times, under the supervision of the Recruiting Coordination partner.

Skills for Success

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and /or abilities required for the individual to be successful in this position.

• Education:Bachelor’s degreeorHigh School Degree with relevant professional experience in high volume recruiting

• Experience: Previous experience in a similar role (2-3years).

• Language skills: Fluent Englishand Spanish.

• Advanced MSOfficeknowledge, andpreviousWorkdayexperienceis a plus.

• Retail understanding, and wherepossible experiencein retail.

• Proven ability to plan and work independently while balancing shifting priorities

• Excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to influence business partners at all levels

• Able to meet performance expectations with limited supervision

• Proven ability to build andleveragerelationships with peers, corporate partners, and the business community to positivelyimpactrecruiting decisions

What’sin it For You  

We’rein the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas,energyand commitment of our people.That’swhy we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental,physicaland financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits,we’rethe total package. 

• A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do 

• An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together 

• Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization 

• A discount card with 50% on all VF brands 

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity   

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection,opennessand authenticity. We are committed to building andmaintaininga workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.  

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilstprovidingequal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike. 

If you like what you have read and want to join ourteam then we would like to hear from you!  

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