Executive Recruiter

Role OverviewWe are looking for a hands-on Executive Hiring Recruiter with deep experience in the automotive manufacturing sector. This role will lead end-to-end recruitment for senior leadership positions, partnering closely with plant leadership and corporate stakeholders to attract and hire top executive talent across manufacturing, operations, engineering, and support functions.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and drive end-to-end executive hiring for leadership roles (Director, VP, Plant Leadership) within the motor vehicle manufacturing environmentPartner with plant heads and senior leadership to understand hiring needs aligned with business and production goalsConduct market mapping and proactive headhunting across OEMs and Tier 1/2 automotive suppliersBuild and maintain a strong pipeline of passive leadership talent in manufacturing, operations, engineering, quality, and supply chainLead candidate screening, structured assessments, interview coordination, and offer negotiationsEnsure a high-quality, professional candidate experience, particularly for senior-level hiresProvide market intelligence, competitor insights, and compensation benchmarkingCollaborate with external search firms when required and manage vendor relationshipsMaintain confidentiality and professionalism in all executive hiring processesKey Requirements10+ years of recruiting experience with a strong focus on automotive / motor vehicle manufacturing hiringProven track record in executive search / leadership hiring (Director level and above)Strong understanding of plant operations, manufacturing processes, and automotive value chainHands-on experience in sourcing, headhunting, and closing senior candidatesAbility to engage and influence senior stakeholders and plant leadershipExcellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skillsExperience working in in-house talent acquisition or executive search firmsHigh level of ownership, urgency, and attention to detailPreferred QualificationsExperience hiring for EV or advanced manufacturing environmentsExposure to multi-location or high-volume plant hiringBachelor’s or Master’s degree in HR, Business, or related fieldSuccess MetricsTimely closure of leadership rolesQuality of hires and retentionStakeholder satisfactionStrength of leadership talent pipeline