Talent Acquisition Specialist
Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract (18 months)
Division: Corporate
Location: Cambridge, ON
Who We Are
Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) is a Canadian, family-owned company with over 115 years in agriculture. We operate across four divisions: Grain & Crop Inputs, Flour Milling, P&H Foods, and New-Life Mills, delivering trusted solutions from crop inputs and grain handling to flour milling, livestock nutrition, and egg production. By connecting Canadian farms to tables across the country and beyond, we’re committed to quality, innovation, and sustainability as we shape the future of food and agriculture.
The Role
We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our corporate team. This role is responsible for identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent through split-desk recruitment, employer branding and strategic partnerships to ensure we meet our current and future workforce needs.
Day to Day
- Lead recruitment across multiple divisions to ensure a seamless and positive experience for both hiring managers and candidates.
- Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and craft compelling job postings.
- Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies using online platforms, career fairs, local communities, and industry events.
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Support recruitment-related projects from planning to completion, acting as a subject matter expert and recommending best practices.
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Screen resumes and evaluate applicants against the qualifications and criteria outlined in the job posting.
- Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines for future roles.
- Stay current on industry trends, recruitment best practices, and relevant federal and provincial employment legislation.
- Promote the company through community outreach, job fairs, and partnership development with educational institutions.
- Use recruitment metrics to track hiring performance and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
- Support onboarding in collaboration with HR and hiring leaders to ensure smooth transitions for new hires.
What You’ll Bring
- Post secondary education in Human Resources Management, Agribusiness, Business Administration or a related field.
- 3–5 years of recruitment experience supporting multiple business divisions; corporate level recruitment considered an asset.
- Strong technical aptitude with hands-on experience in an Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 Application Suite including Excel.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
- Must be available to work on site.
- Ability to travel within Canada as required.
Why Join Us
At P&H, our people are our priority. We’re committed to fostering a workplace that supports professional growth, well-being, and a strong sense of community. Join a team that shares your Passion & Heart for Canadian agriculture, and take advantage of benefits designed to help you thrive and succeed:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
- RRSP Matching Program
- Paid Time Off and Wellness Initiatives
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
Apply Today!
We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
P&H does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team or hiring team.
