Talent Acquisition Manager needed at Unitrans

Job Advert Summary    

• Are you passionate about attracting top talent and building high-performing teams? Do you thrive in an innovative environment where your expertise in recruitment, selection, talent mapping and sourcing can make a lasting impact? If so, KAP is looking for a Talent Acquisition Manager to drive our talent strategy and ensure we attract and retain the best professionals across our diverse divisions.

About KAP

• KAP is a diversified industrial group operating in various sectors, including logistics, manufacturing, and consumer industries. As Unitrans’ holding company, we support our divisions by providing world-class human capital solutions to drive business success.

Why Join KAP?

At KAP, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. By joining us, you will:

• Have the opportunity to shape and drive talent strategies for a leading diverse group.
• Work in a fast-paced environment where your contributions make a real impact.
• Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking human capital team.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and help us build a world-class workforce, we’d love to hear from you!

Minimum Requirements    

What You Need to Succeed

We’re looking for a strategic and results-driven professional with:

• A relevant qualification in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in talent acquisition, with at least 5 years in a senior recruitment or headhunting role specialising in technical and specialised placements for manufacturing, chemical, and logistics companies.
• Strong expertise in executive search and headhunting.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop creative solutions to address complex recruitment challenges.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence multiple stakeholders at all levels.
• A collaborative and relationship-driven approach, with experience working closely with executives, HR teams, and external partners.
• Adaptability and professional resilience to navigate the ever-changing talent landscape.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Your Role & Responsibilities

As our Talent Acquisition Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the group’s workforce by:

• Designing and executing talent acquisition strategies that enable KAP to attract a diverse and skilled workforce.
• Collaborating with Human Capital Executives and Generalists across the group to understand and address talent needs, succession planning, and employment equity targets.
• Enhancing the employer brand through strategic branding initiatives that position KAP as an employer of choice.
• Ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Developing innovative sourcing strategies, leveraging talent mapping, market intelligence, and digital recruitment technologies to attract passive candidates.
• Building and maintaining relationships with potential candidates to develop a talent pipeline for critical and scarce skills roles.
• Continuously improving recruitment processes to enhance efficiency and reduce hiring lead times.