Recruiter I

ID
2026-7502
Position Type
Regular Full-Time

Introduction

Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact!

We’re problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction. 

Through the company's continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT.  Find out what our people deliver.® means when you come move the world with us!  Hear directly from our teammates at AIT Worldwide Logistics and make us the next stop on your career journey.

Overview

The HD Contractor Recruiter will source, screen, attract, interview and hire candidates for the AIT. This role will work with hiring managers to identify job requirements and selection criteria. They will be responsible for creating ads, sourcing, screening, and selecting qualified candidates to fill various open jobs in the field. The focus is on creating and maintaining a healthy pipeline of qualified candidate for a selected business.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, research, and identify prospective talent providing a pipeline of qualified candidates for front-end contractor recruiting. Add placement, renewal, sourcing, and bulk campaigns initial calls including rates and requirements for qualified contractors
  • Proactively research the market, create search strategies to attract the best & skilled contractors, and build and maintain a network of potential candidates through ongoing relationship management
  • Develop geographically relevant strategies with assigned managers across the field, to find contractors that will enable us to fulfill needs in critical areas, identify sources, and speak to volume and rates by location
  • Must be able and have the skills to recruit passive candidates, understand their skills, and quickly assess a candidate's fit with AIT Culture/Attributes even though they will only be contracting with AIT
  • Comfortable being held accountable for recruiting metrics and manager satisfaction recommendations
  • Responsible for giving input or conveying manager recommendations on processes and suggestions for contract recruiting improvement
  • Act as the brand ambassador and understand the contractor vs. employee guidelines not to put AIT at risk while speaking with potential contractors
  • Bring new recruitment ideas and strategies to engage with talent
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Complies with all policies and standards
  • The wage range for this position is $71,690.00-$152,400.00 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.

Qualifications

Education
• High School Diploma (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Experience
• 3+ years experience as a Recruiter, or Talent Management professional (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Verbal and written communication skills High
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills High
• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships Medium
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Medium
• Creative thinking drives innovative sourcing strategies Medium
• Persistence in finding multiple candidates to present for all areas of need High
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities Medium
• Proven track record of selling our work to high-quality contractors High
• Strong communication skills to build relationships with Regional and District Field managers as well as area contractors High
• Ability to sell not on the work but the AIT story –story and engage candidates in seeing what potential AIT has in being a part of their book of business Medium
• Ability to follow and assist in standardized recruiting processes. Medium
• Strong knowledge of the skills and services of potential candidates and the best avenues to ensure a great first connection. Medium
• Experience with ATS systems High

What AIT Can Offer You

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

 

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.

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