YETI · 21 hours ago
Principal Recruiter
Austin, Texas
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expYETI is a company that believes in the importance of outdoor experiences and aims to provide exceptional gear for those adventures. They are seeking a Principal Recruiter who will manage full life-cycle recruiting for director-level positions while also driving operational excellence and governance improvements within the talent acquisition function.
ManufacturingOutdoorsSporting Goods
Responsibilities
Own the full recruiting life cycle for director-level and below positions, from intake to offer acceptance
Partner with hiring managers and business leaders to develop tailored recruiting strategies aligned with organizational goals
Source, engage, and attract top talent through innovative sourcing techniques and market intelligence
Deliver an exceptional candidate experience through clear communication and timely updates
Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and ensure compliance with all recruiting policies
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition leadership to design, implement, and refine recruiting processes that improve efficiency, scalability, and compliance
Monitor and analyze recruiting metrics to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement
Lead initiatives to standardize workflows, enhance data integrity, and strengthen governance across the recruiting function
Partner with HR and TA stakeholders to ensure alignment on reporting, and compliance requirements
Act as a subject matter expert on recruiting systems (e.g., Workday) and tools, driving adoption and optimization
Identify and implement best practices in talent acquisition, leveraging technology and automation where possible
Develop and maintain documentation for recruiting processes, ensuring clarity and consistency
Support change management efforts related to new tools, processes, and policies within the talent acquisition team
Contribute to talent branding and sourcing strategies that position the company as an employer of choice
Apply expertise and knowledge across specialized recruiting disciplines, serving as an internal authority in your field
Solve significant and unique problems, often evaluating intangibles that impact long-term success and the entire talent acquisition function
Independently determine approaches to assignments and develop solutions that are thorough, practical, and aligned with functional objectives
Provide professional, system, and process guidance, influencing the work of others and shaping best practices
Demonstrate accountability for results that may impact the entire function, while driving improvements in service, efficiency, and quality
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in full-cycle recruiting, with a proven track record of hiring across corporate functions and business segments
Advanced knowledge of ATS platforms (Workday preferred) and modern sourcing tools
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to influence and implement change within a recruiting organization
Passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience in process improvement, talent operations, or recruiting governance strongly preferred
Company
YETI
Working at YETI, you’ll be an integral player in our industry-leading, global brand.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2019-11-06Post Ipo Equity
2018-10-24IPO
2012-06-19Acquired
Leadership Team
M
Matt King
Chief Information Officer
Ryan Seiders
Founder & Chairman
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