Sr. Talent Acquisition Operations Analyst

Cornerstone Building Brands•Cary, NC

9h•$100,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The Sr. Talent Acquisition Operations Analyst plays a critical role in enabling an efficient, scalable, and data-driven talent acquisition function. This role partners closely with TA leadership, HR Technology, and business stakeholders to optimize recruiting operations, govern systems and processes, and translate data into actionable insights that support business growth and hiring quality. This position is ideal for a hands-on Project Management and TA operations professional who thrives at the intersection of systems, process, and analytics—and who can balance operational rigor with continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in talent acquisition, HR operations, or recruiting systems roles.
Strong working knowledge of talent acquisition processes, metrics, and best practices.
Hands-on experience administering and optimizing an ATS (SmartRecruiters preferred).
Demonstrated success driving process improvement and operational excellence.
Advanced analytical skills with the ability to translate data into insights.
Strong communication and collaboration skills across TA, HR, IT, and business partners.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
20% Travel AI technology

Nice To Haves

Project management certification (PMP or similar)
Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI or equivalent)

Responsibilities

TA Operations & Governance Own and continuously improve enterprise talent acquisition workflows, standards, and operating rhythms to ensure consistency, efficiency, and scalability. Establish and maintain TA operational governance, including documented SOPs, SLAs, and best practices.
Technology & Systems Enablement Serve as the primary owner of the Applicant Tracking System (SmartRecruiters) and related recruiting technologies, ensuring data integrity, system optimization, and effective utilization. Partner with HR Technology, IT, and external vendors to implement enhancements, integrations, and automation that reduce manual work and improve recruiter and candidate experience.
Process Improvement & Optimization Identify operational bottlenecks and design solutions that improve cycle time, quality of hire, and hiring manager experience. Lead continuous improvement initiatives aligned to TA strategy and enterprise priorities.
Data, Analytics & Reporting Own TA operational reporting and dashboards, delivering insights on KPIs such as time-to-fill, aging requisitions, funnel health, candidate experience, and compliance metrics. Provide actionable analysis and recommendations to TA leadership to support decision-making and workforce planning.
Compliance & Risk Management Ensure recruiting processes align with internal policies and applicable employment, EEO, and data privacy requirements through strong process design and controls. Partner with Legal, Compliance, and HR stakeholders as needed to maintain audit readiness.
Training & Enablement Develop and deliver training and documentation to recruiters, HR partners, and hiring managers on TA systems, workflows, and process expectations.
Vendor & Partner Management Manage relationships with recruiting vendors and technology partners, ensuring performance, value, and alignment with TA operating standards.