Sales Assistant and Recruiter

Since 1979, Engineering Services and Products Company (ESAPCO) has grown from a regional, two-person office to the industry-leading manufacturer of fabric structures, metal structures and greenhouses with over 30,000 products distributed through direct marketing, three online stores and two lead-generation websites. We are seeking a motivated and detailed oriented Sales Assistant & Recruiter to join our growing team and support our talent acquisition efforts.

The Sales Assistant & Recruiter will assist in the recruitment process by sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews with candidates. The role involves close collaboration with the Sales Recruiter, Trainer, Support Specialist, and Human Resources to ensure a smooth and efficient hiring process. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a strong sense of urgency and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Candidate Sourcing:
  • Utilize various platforms to identify potential candidates.
  • Develop and maintain a talent pool of qualified candidates for future hiring needs.
• Screening and Interview Coordination:
  • Review resumes and applications to shortlist candidates.
  • Conduct initial phone screens to assess candidate qualifications.
  • Schedule assessment screenings.
  • Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Administrative Support:
  • Maintain accurate and updated candidate records in the companies Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
  • Prepare and distribute recruitment-related documents and correspondence.
  • Assist with job postings and monitor the effectiveness of job advertisements.
  • Daily administrative tasks.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
•  Collaboration:
  • Work closely with the sale recruiter, trainer, and support specialist to understand the requirements of open positions.
  • Provide regular updates to sales recruiter, trainer, support specialist, human resources, and hiring team on the status of candidates and the recruitment process.
• Candidate Experience:
  • Ensure a positive candidate experience by providing timely and professional communication.
  • Assist in organizing and conducting recruitment events and career fairs.

Competencies                                                  

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules their tasks; Develops realistic action plans for meeting metrics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Follows through on commitments.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change or unexpected events.

Qualifications

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience                                                       

Minimum of associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred, (or equivalent from two-year college or technical school) or 1-2 years of experience in sales recruiting or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills                                                 

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to author routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Reasoning Ability                                                             

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to work in a fast- paced environment and manage multiple tasks.

Computer Skills                                                                 

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of applicant tracking systems, resume databases, Microsoft Office Suites, and the ability to type at a minimum of 30 wpm. Experience using Paycom is a plus.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Compensation:

Salary to commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

We offer an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, educational assistance, 401(k), life insurance, disability, vacation, holidays, personal/sick time, employee referral, product discounts, and more.

Engineering Services & Products Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.