Director of Talent Acquisition, Simbe
$120-170k
Autonomous shelf auditing and analytics solution
Posted today
Autonomous shelf auditing and analytics solution
21-100 employees
Posted today
$120-170k
21-100 employees
Company mission
To leverage AI and robotics in order to elevate the performance of retailers with real-time insights into inventory and operations.
Role
Who you are
- Proven experience leading talent acquisition efforts for startups, preferably within a high-growth or technology-driven environment. Experience with robotics, IoT, or AI industry is highly desired
- Strong track record of high-volume recruiting for a variety of roles, with a focus on both speed and quality of candidates. Experience juggling multiple critical hires (10+ positions at a time)
- Fast learner with an analytical mindset and experience in data-driven decision-making
- Ability to manage the ever-changing priorities and to stay focused on critical deliverables
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, collaborate, and build strong relationships at all levels
- International talent acquisition experience is a big plus
- Bachelor's degrees in HR, Business, or a related field are a plus
What the job involves
- We are seeking an experienced Director of Talent Acquisition to lead our in-house recruitment team, drive our talent strategy, and help shape our employer brand
- This role is responsible for building and managing a high-performing team to source, attract, and hire exceptional talent across all functions, ensuring our organization scales efficiently with the right people in the right roles
- As the Head of Talent Acquisition, you will play a strategic role in aligning our recruitment goals with the company’s growth objectives and fostering an inclusive, innovative culture
- Strategic Talent Acquisition Planning and Execution: Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy aligned with our business goals
- Analyze workforce needs and partner with leadership to forecast future hiring needs
- Establish clear KPIs to measure team efficiency, quality of hire, and speed of the process
- Act as a hands-on recruiter to actively source, screen, interview, negotiate, and close candidates
- Candidate Experience and Employer Brand: Lead the development and execution of a compelling candidate experience that reflects our brand and values
- Partner with Marketing to build and promote an employer brand that attracts diverse, high-quality talent
- Work with internal teams to ensure seamless transition from the hiring process to the onboarding
- Process Improvement and Tools: Continuously evaluate and refine recruiting processes, ensuring they are scalable, efficient, and legally compliant
- Assess and leverage the latest talent acquisition technologies, including applicant tracking systems and sourcing tools, to optimize team performance
- Stay informed about trends in talent acquisition, ensuring the team uses innovative approaches to attract top talent
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with department leaders, understanding their hiring needs and providing strategic guidance
- Act as a consultant to hiring managers, advising on sourcing, interviewing, and hiring best practices
- Regularly report on recruitment metrics to senior leadership, providing insights to drive decision-making
Our take
Inventory management has never been the highlight of working in retail - it's a task that often feels like a chore. However, given its nature as a large-scale data collection and management endeavour, it's undeniably ripe for automation. Something Simbe Robotics is taking advantage of through its autonomous shelf auditing and analytics solution.
Distinguishing itself from competitors through its focus on front-of-store operations. Its automation solution enables retail associates to maintain optimal stocking levels, ensure product placement accuracy, and display correct price tags, all while enhancing the overall shopping experience.
Its accomplishments over the past year, including servicing top global retailers and processing billions of shelf photos and product analyses, showcase the company's commitment to delivering real value in the retail sector. Along with recent funding under its belt, Simbe is poised to expand its presence in the retail industry, sharing its vision to enhance the retail experience through AI and robotics with more partners worldwide.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Oct 2024
$50m
SERIES C
Jul 2023
$28m
SERIES B
Total funding: $104m
Company benefits
- Comprehensive health plans
- Culture of learning
- Flexible time off
Company HQ
Oyster Point, South San Francisco, CA
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Leadership
Brad Bogolea
(CEO)Previously Co-Founded i-conserve where they served as CEO. They then worked at Greenbox Technology and Silver Spring Networks as Product Manager before co-founding Simbe Robotics in 2013.
Mirza A. Shah
(CTO)Graduated from Penn State University with an M.S. in Computer Science and Engineering. They then went on to found the robotics company Emoto Robotics.
Jeff Gee
(CDO)Graduated from the Academy of Art University with an MFA in Industrial Design. Previously an Industrial Designer at Suitable Technologies and Willow Garage.
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