Talent & Programs Director (PH) at Pronghorn

Alpharetta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Talent Acquisition, Full-Cycle Recruiting, Program Leadership, Partnership Management, Team Management, Data Reporting, Communication Skills, Start-Up Execution, Process Design, Candidate Sourcing, Stakeholder Engagement, Public Speaking, Relationship Building, Strategic Planning, High-Volume Recruiting, Operational Oversight

Industry

Beverage Manufacturing

Description

About the role The Talent & Programs Director will lead the end-to-end talent engine for a portfolio of high-impact programs designed to introduce up to 1,800+ individuals into the spirits and adjacent industries. This dual role combines: Talent Operations & Full-Cycle Recruiting High-Volume Program Leadership (concept → execution) Partnership Management & External Advocacy You are both builder and operator: designing scalable programs, running talent pipelines, nurturing partners, and serving as a visible ambassador for the mission. Key Responsibilities 1. Talent Strategy, Programs & Operations Lead the design, launch, and execution of high-volume talent programs from concept to completion. Own talent operations across multiple verticals, ensuring programs can support large candidate cohorts—whether roles are open today or coming tomorrow. Build and refine processes for sourcing, screening, matching, and tracking talent entering the pipeline. Align talent strategy with organizational goals and the broader mission of expanding representation in the industry. 2. Full-Cycle Recruiting with a Staffing Lens Oversee full-cycle recruiting (intake, sourcing, screening, selection, offer support) with a staffing mindset—partners are clients that must be courted, nurtured, and retained. Personally step in to source and recruit when needed, especially for priority roles or strategic partners. Build and maintain candidate pipelines even when live roles are limited, ensuring a ready bench for future opportunities. Partner closely with hiring managers and external partners to understand requirements, timelines, and expectations. 3. Partnerships, Speaking & External Advocacy Serve as a public-facing ambassador for the talent programs—speaking, presenting, and representing the mission at events, panels, and partner meetings. Build and manage relationships with brands, distributors, schools, community partners, and industry organizations. Create and promote opportunities (events, info sessions, campaigns) that attract high-potential candidates into the pipeline. Collaborate with marketing/creative partners to tell the story of the talent programs and their impact. 4. Leadership & Team Management Provide day-to-day leadership and strategic oversight for a small but high-impact team (recruiters, coordinators, program managers). Set clear goals, priorities, and KPIs for the team tied to recruiting, program output, and partner satisfaction. Coach and develop team members to execute consistently, manage volume, and continuously improve. Foster a culture of accountability, communication, and responsiveness to both candidates and partners. 5. Start-Up Execution & Cross-Functional Collaboration Operate confidently in a start-up / scale-up environment with evolving structures, limited legacy systems, and changing priorities. Collaborate with the executive team and peers across multiple verticals (talent, operations, partnerships, brand). Roll up your sleeves when needed—no task is “too small” if it moves the function forward. Adapt quickly to shifts in direction while maintaining program stability and partner confidence. 6. Systems, Data & Reporting Use Rippling as a core system for HR/talent operations and ensure data integrity for talent flows where applicable. Partner with HR/Operations to ensure systems and workflows support recruiting and program operations. Build and deliver reports, dashboards, and board-level presentations that show pipeline health, program outcomes, and growth. Use data to identify gaps, improve conversion rates, and demonstrate the impact of the talent programs. Qualifications Required: 7–10+ years of experience in talent acquisition, staffing, or corporate recruiting, with clear ownership of high-volume pipelines. Experience leading full-cycle recruiting (from intake to offer) in a staffing-style environment where partner satisfaction and retention are critical. Proven track record of building and running high-volume talent programs (e.g., internships, fellowships, workforce programs, academies) from conception through execution. Experience leading teams (formal or informal) toward execution while providing strategic direction. Comfortable operating in a start-up or high-growth environment with ambiguity, building while scaling. Hands-on experience working in Rippling—required. Strong presentation and communication skills, including executive and/or board-facing reporting. Preferred: Experience in or adjacent to the spirits, CPG, hospitality, or consumer brands sectors. Demonstrated success working with multiple partners (brands, distributors, schools, community organizations). Prior experience as a program director, talent director, or similar role leading both programs + recruiting. Strengths & Working Style: Builder’s mindset: you see gaps and design systems to fill them. Comfortable being both strategic and hands-on—from board slides to sourcing calls. Excellent relationship builder with partners, candidates, and internal leaders. Data-aware, outcomes-focused, and energized by high-volume, mission-driven work. Why Choose Us At Pronghorn, we don’t offer jobs — we offer impact. Every seat here is a chance to build, influence, and disrupt industries that weren’t designed with everyone in mind. We are culture shapers, talent developers, and brand builders who believe in doing meaningful work that leaves a legacy. When you join Pronghorn, you’re stepping into a community of leaders, creators, and doers committed to excellence and equity. Here, your voice matters. Your ideas move. And your work shows up in real ways across companies, communities, and culture. We move fast. We lead boldly. And we invest in our people every step of the way. Salary $130,000 - $150,000/yr Work Authorization Due to the nature of these positions, we are unable to provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization now or in the future. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Pronghorn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Responsibilities

The Talent & Programs Director will lead the design, launch, and execution of high-volume talent programs while managing talent operations across multiple verticals. This role also involves overseeing full-cycle recruiting and serving as a public-facing ambassador for the talent programs.