Strategic Sourcer

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Role: Strategic Sourcer

Work Arrangement: Work From Home

Location: Any CS Branch - Angeles, Mabalacat, Makati, Ortigas, Tarlac, Davao, Cebu

Schedule: Morning Shift

Job Description:

The Strategic Sourcer (or Candidate Sourcing Specialist) plays a pivotal role in identifying, engaging, and nurturing top talent to support the organization's workforce strategy. Operating as a specialist within the Talent Acquisition function, this role focuses on proactive sourcing, market mapping, and building talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs. Working closely with Talent Acquisition Partners, Hiring Managers, and broader HR teams, the Strategic Sourcer leverages sourcing tools, platforms, and networks to uncover high quality candidates, particularly for hard-to-fill or niche roles. This role requires a blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and data-driven decision-making to ensure the organization attracts and engages the best talent in the market.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Sourcing & Engagement

• Proactively source candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, social media, and other sourcing platforms.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical and recurring roles. 
  
  Engage passive candidates through tailored outreach and nurture strategies.

Market Intelligence & Mapping

• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform sourcing 
  
  strategies.
• Create talent maps and insights to support workforce planning and strategic 
  
  hiring decisions.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Support

• Partner with Talent Acquisition Partners and Hiring Managers to understand 
  
  role requirements and sourcing priorities.
• Provide regular updates on sourcing progress, market feedback, and 
  
  candidate pipelines.

Technology & Tools

• Maintain accurate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Use sourcing analytics to track effectiveness and continuously improve 
  
  sourcing strategies.

Diversity & Inclusion

• Apply inclusive sourcing practices to attract diverse talent.
• Support DEI goals through targeted outreach and community engagement.

Metrics, Reporting & ROI

• Track and report on sourcing effectiveness, pipeline health, and candidate 
  
  conversion rates.
• Analyse sourcing channel performance and return on investment (ROI) to 
  
  optimize strategies.
• Present data-driven insights to Talent Acquisition and HR leadership to 
  
  inform decision-making.

KEY COMPETENCIES AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Curiosity & Research Orientation – Naturally inquisitive with a drive to uncover 
  
  hidden talent and market insights.
• Relationship Building – Builds trust and rapport with candidates and internal 
  
  stakeholders.
• Communication – Clear, engaging, and professional in written and verbal 
  
  communication.
• Resilience & Adaptability – Thrives in a fast-paced environment and adjusts 
  
  quickly to changing priorities.
• Strategic Thinking – Understands business needs and aligns sourcing strategies 
  
  accordingly.
• Initiative & Ownership – Takes responsibility for outcomes and proactively seeks 
  
  solutions.
• Technology Savvy – Comfortable using sourcing platforms, ATS, and CRM tools.

VALUES ALIGNMENT

• Client-Centric Impact – Supports internal clients by delivering high-quality talent 
  
  aligned to business needs.
• Integrated Expertise – Collaborates across HR and business units to deliver 
  
  seamless sourcing support.
• Innovation & Growth – Applies creative sourcing techniques and leverages 
  
  technology to improve outcomes.
• Community Commitment – Supports inclusive hiring and contributes to building a 
  
  diverse workforce.
• Accessibility & Inclusion – Ensures equitable sourcing practices and outreach 
  
  across all regions and communities.

Qualification and requirements:

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of sourcing strategies, Boolean search, and passive candidate 

engagement. 

• Familiarity with market mapping, talent intelligence, and recruitment analytics. 

Systems Expertise

• Proficiency in LinkedIn Recruiter, Seek Talent Search, and other sourcing platforms. 

• Experience with ATS systems (e.g., PageUp, JobAdder, Greenhouse). 

• Comfortable using CRM tools and Excel for tracking and reporting. 

Work Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in candidate sourcing, recruitment research, or talent 

acquisition.  

• Experience sourcing for a variety of roles, including hard-to-fill and specialist 

positions. 

• Proven success in building pipelines and engaging passive talent. 

• Experience working in an RPO, BPO or global sourcing environment.

Leadership Capabilities

•  Influence & Impact – Builds credibility through sourcing expertise and candidate 

insights. 

• Strategic Contribution – Aligns sourcing efforts with workforce planning and talent 

strategy. 

• Collaboration – Works effectively across teams to deliver shared outcomes. 

• Communication – Tailors messaging to different audiences and presents insights 

clearly. 

• Continuous Improvement – Seeks new tools, techniques, and approaches to 

enhance sourcing effectiveness. 

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, Marketing, or a related 

field. 

• Certifications: Recruitment or sourcing certifications (e.g., LinkedIn Certified 

Professional, AIRS) are desirable. 

• Experience: At least 5 years in sourcing, recruitment, or talent acquisition, with a 

focus on strategic sourcing. 

• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS platforms, Excel, and 

sourcing tools.

Non-negotiable skills & requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, Marketing, or a related 

field. 

• Certifications: Recruitment or sourcing certifications (e.g., LinkedIn Certified 

Professional, AIRS) are desirable. 

• Experience: At least 5 years in sourcing, recruitment, or talent acquisition, with a 

focus on strategic sourcing. 

• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS platforms, Excel, and 

sourcing tools.

Perks & Benefits (Work From Home)

• Comprehensive health and life insurance on your 16th day of employment, covering 1 free dependent on the 16th day of employment
• Flexible leave credits which may be used for vacation, emergency and sick leaves
• Quarterly perks boxes for WFH staff, offering groceries and snacks to keep you fueled  Superb and exciting Mid-Year Parties – with items to give away and cash prizes
• Endless opportunities for career advancement
• Annual Performance Review with Salary Increase
• We set you up for success with a company-provided PC/Laptop and fiber internet connection
• Tech-on-wheels Support
• Participate and join our CS Social Clubs and Special Interest Groups to connect with colleagues
• International career growth and connections
• Unlimited cash incentives for hired referrals
• Mental Wellness Employee Assistance program through Lifeworks
• In-house psychiatrist available to support employees' well-being
• Become part of the Employee Share Units program
• Cloudstaff Dream Points - To be used for bidding useful items like appliances, kitchenettes etc.

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