Recruitment Team Leader

About the role
If you are a results-driven leader with a passion for recruitment and a desire to make an impact, we want to hear from you We are looking for a talented Recruitment Team Leader to manage a team of 6 recruitment coordinators for our cash and carry business.

This role will be managing a team that functions between 8am-5.30pm, therefore a need to be flexible on start and finish times will be necessary. Ideally, we are looking to offer rotational hours of 8am-4.30pm/9am-5.30pm.

You will be responsible for

Lead, manage, and coach a team of recruitment coordinator to achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual hiring targets.

Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and provide tailored recruitment solutions.

Monitor team performance through KPIs and regular reporting, implementing improvements where necessary.

Stay updated on recruitment trends and market conditions, adapting strategies to remain competitive.

Drive diversity and inclusion initiatives within the hiring process.

You will need
Proven experience in recruitment, in house or agency.

Previous Team management experience.

Strong knowledge of recruitment processes, techniques, and best practices.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team to achieve high performance.

Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Analytical mindset with experience in using data and metrics to drive decisions.

Proficient in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment platforms.

About The Company
Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK.

We are proud to have an inclusive culture at Booker and Best where everyone truly feels able to be themselves. Our workplace is one where differences are valued, and all colleagues are given the same opportunities. We not only celebrate and embrace diversity and build inclusion but recognise the value and opportunities this brings. Our inclusive culture makes our company stronger and is fundamental to our core purpose: serving customers, communities and the planet a little better every day. Everyone’s welcome at Booker.

Please note

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*

What's in it for you
At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:

- A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
- After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
- 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
- Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
- Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
- 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
- Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
- An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
- After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
- Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
- Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
- Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
- A great holiday package