A Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and implementing strategic sourcing strategies to identify, evaluate, and engage top talent pipelines for an organization. This role is critical to building a sustainable competitive advantage by ensuring access to high-quality candidates and reducing time-to-fill for key positions.
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What is a Sourcing Manager?
A Sourcing Manager is a strategic talent acquisition professional who specializes in identifying and building relationships with passive candidates through various channels and methodologies. They serve as the frontline for talent identification, focusing on creating robust pipelines for current and future hiring needs. Unlike recruiters who primarily handle active candidates, Sourcing Managers employ advanced search techniques, market mapping, and talent intelligence to uncover hidden talent markets. They work closely with hiring managers and recruiters to understand specific role requirements and organizational needs, ensuring alignment between talent strategy and business objectives. This role requires a unique blend of research skills, relationship-building capabilities, and market knowledge to effectively navigate competitive talent landscapes.
What does a Sourcing Manager do?
Sourcing Managers develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies using multiple channels including social media platforms (especially LinkedIn), professional networks, Boolean searches, and industry events. They conduct market research and talent mapping to identify potential candidates who match specific role requirements and company culture. Sourcing Managers build and maintain talent pipelines through ongoing engagement and relationship management, often using CRM systems and talent databases. They analyze sourcing metrics and pipeline effectiveness to optimize strategies and improve candidate quality. Additionally, they collaborate with hiring teams to understand evolving needs, provide market intelligence, and recommend adjustments to sourcing approaches based on competitive landscapes and talent availability trends.
Job Overview
A Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives to identify, attract, and engage top-tier talent pipelines across various functions and levels. This role focuses on building robust candidate networks, employing innovative sourcing methodologies, and leveraging market intelligence to support organizational hiring goals in a competitive US market.
Sourcing Manager responsibilities include:
1. Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies using Boolean searches, LinkedIn Recruiter, and alternative sourcing tools
2. Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs across multiple departments
3. Conduct market mapping and competitive intelligence analysis for key talent segments
4. Utilize ATS (Greenhouse/ Lever) and CRM systems to track candidate engagement metrics
5. Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to define candidate profiles and sourcing approaches
6. Implement diversity sourcing initiatives to build inclusive talent pipelines
7. Analyze sourcing channel effectiveness and ROI through metrics and reporting
8. Attend industry events and conferences to network and build professional connections
1. 5+ years of strategic sourcing experience in US market
2. Proven expertise in Boolean search techniques and LinkedIn Recruiter
3. Demonstrated success building talent pipelines for technical and non-technical roles
4. Experience with ATS systems (Greenhouse, Lever, or similar)
5. Strong data analysis skills with ability to track and report on sourcing metrics
6. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
7. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
Preferred Qualifications
1. Experience in both corporate and agency recruiting environments
2. Background sourcing for technology, sales, or leadership positions
3. Certification in AIRS, LinkedIn Recruiter, or other sourcing methodologies
4. Experience with diversity sourcing platforms (Entelo, Gem, or similar)
5. Knowledge of employment laws and compliance requirements across multiple US states
6. Experience building university relations and campus recruiting programs
Bonus Skills
1. Proficiency in advanced sourcing tools (SeekOut, Hiretual, or SourceCon techniques)
2. Experience with talent analytics and predictive hiring modeling
n3. Multilingual capabilities for diverse candidate engagement
4. Background in employer branding and social media recruiting strategies
5. Experience with international sourcing for global organizations
6. Certification in HR analytics or talent acquisition metrics
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