Recruiter (Vendor & Contingent Workforce)

ZS is a professional services firm that works side by side with companies to help develop and deliver products that drive customer value and company results. From R&D to portfolio strategy, customer insights, marketing and sales strategy, operations and technology, we leverage our deep industry expertise and leading-edge analytics to create solutions that work in the real world. Our most valuable asset is our people—a fact that’s reflected in our values-driven organization in which new perspectives are integral and new ideas are celebrated. ZSers are passionately committed to helping companies and their customers thrive in industries ranging from healthcare and life sciences, to high-tech, financial services, travel and transportation, and beyond. ZS' Corporate Support teams operate the firm's core internal enterprise functions. Our global teams comprise team-oriented, pragmatic and results-driven people who thrive in a challenging work environment. Our people come from diverse backgrounds but share a passion for quality customer service and dedication - whether our customer is a client or another ZS employee. HUMAN RESOURCES ASSOCIATE/VENDOR & CONTINGENT WORKFORCE We seek a Human Resources Associate to join our recruiting programs team in either our Evanston or Princeton office. The HR Associate sits within the Recruiting Center of Excellence (COE) and will own a range of administrative, hiring coordination and operational tasks supporting our Talent Cloud team. The HR Associate ideally has experience across recruiting, vendor management, and/or direct sourcing. Responsibilities: Update and manage project plans to ensure all deadlines are met (tracking statuses of projects, outstanding tasks, follow-up with stakeholders, etc.); Assist with research and some groundwork for projects; Create compelling PowerPoints for internal use across various workstreams; Manage schedules and invites (training sessions, internal meetings); Manage and hire against requisitions for direct hire/contingent staffing needs; Forge relationships with hiring managers, plan and execute sourcing strategy, design interview process (if necessary), etc.; Manage interview scheduling and logistics, including candidate evaluation; Collect feedback from internal stake holders and contractors for process improvement; Maintain recruiting tracking databases for statistical analysis; Coordinate the implementation of the Vendor Management System (Beeline); Streamline vendor management processes; own training and aid in designing process improvements; Assist with miscellaneous Recruiting COE projects. Qualifications: High school diploma required; college degree preferred; Prior work experience in Recruiting, Staffing/Resource Management or Vendor Management required, HR experience preferred; Computer fluency with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook); Excellent oral and written communication skills; Attention to detail, dependability/punctuality; Ability to maintain confidential information, with ability to exercise good judgment and discretion; Proactive self-starter with ability to manage a wide variety of tasks and meet deadlines; Experience working both independently and with a team in a demanding environment; Sense of humor appreciated. ZS is a global consulting firm. Fluency in English is required. Candidates must possess work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered. ZS offers a competitive compensation package with salary and bonus incentives, complete medical/dental/life insurance programs and retirement savings benefits. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. ZS is committed to providing and maintaining a safe workplace. Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Proof of vaccination will be required. Religious/Medical Exemptions can be requested on a limited basis upon hire. NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.