Job Description
Job Title:  Associate Manager, Recruiting
Req Id:  3648
Work Model:  Hybrid
Company:  Altria Client Services
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Job Description: 

Together We Innovate. Together We Change.

Are you an experienced recruiter who understands the pace, talent demands, and specialized hiring needs of a manufacturing environment? We are seeking an Associate Manager, Recruiting to lead full-cycle recruiting for hourly manufacturing, skilled trades, and salaried entry-level positions across our Operating Companies.  This position is in Richmond, VA with a hybrid onsite work schedule (Tuesday – Thursday), must be flexible to adjusted schedule when need. 

 

In this role, you will partner closely with manufacturing leaders, Human Resources Business Partners, sourcing partners, and community organizations to anticipate hiring needs and deliver effective recruiting strategies. You will manage the recruiting process from talent sourcing, candidate evaluation, assessment testing, interviewing, offer development, and onboarding. 

What you will be doing:

  • Manage full-cycle recruiting for hourly manufacturing, skilled trades, and salaried entry-level Operations positions.
  • Lead talent sourcing, candidate screening and evaluation, pre-employment assessment testing for designated positions, interview coordination, offer generation, and onboarding activities.
  • Facilitate consultative recruiting planning sessions with hiring leaders and HR partners to understand current and anticipated workforce needs.
  • Establish clear expectations, responsibilities, recruiting timelines, and communication plans for each search.
  • Develop role-specific sourcing strategies in partnership with the Sourcing and Recruitment teams.  Represent the organization at recruiting events, hiring events, community programs, and other talent outreach activities.
  • Advise business partners on talent availability, sourcing options, pipeline health, and potential recruiting challenges.
  • Adjust recruiting strategies based on changing production demands, staffing priorities, and market conditions.
  • Monitor measures such as pipeline activity, candidate conversion, time in process, hiring outcomes, sourcing effectiveness, and event results.
  • Identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes, candidate experience, and overall hiring effectiveness.

 

What we want you to have:

  • Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant professional experience.
  • 5 + years of Recruiting experience within manufacturing, operations, or related environment
  • Experience supporting hourly, skilled trade and salaried level positions.
  • Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer development, and onboarding.
  • Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
  • Experience partnering directly with hiring leaders and HR professionals to develop and execute recruiting strategies.
  • Ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organizational, planning, project management, and process management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to develop strong relationships and influence partners at multiple organizational levels.
  • Experience with applicant tracking systems, candidate relationship management tools, and recruiting technologies.

 

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $104,900.00 - $152,150.00.    

 

Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria

 

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:

  • Work where connection and flexibility meet — enjoy the benefits of in-person collaboration three days a week (Tuesday - Thursday), while maintaining the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Our hybrid approach empowers you to stay connected, collaborate with colleagues, and manage your schedule in a way that works best for you.
  • Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully.
  • A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real.
  • Get recognized for your work — annual merit increases and performance bonus.
  • A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%–17% of your base salary.
  • Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends.
  • Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
  • Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
  • Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life.
  • A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.

 

At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

 

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

 

Altria is a Fortune 500 company that has a leading portfolio of products for U.S. adult tobacco and nicotine consumers 21+. For decades we’ve been leaders in the tobacco industry, but the industry is evolving - and so are we. Our Vision is Moving Beyond Smoking™.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.

Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations, and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev and Cronos Group.

Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on LinkedIn.