Talent Acquisition Analyst

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Analyst

Location: Ibese Plant, Ogun
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Talent Acquisition & Talent Management Lead

Job Summary

• You will partner with hiring managers to build a robust talent pipeline that aligns with our vision of operational excellence and sustainable growth.
• The ideal candidate will excel at sourcing, attracting, and securing high-calibre talent in a competitive market, with a strong focus on technical and industrial roles.
• Dangote Cement Plc is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Analyst to join our dynamic HR team.
• This role is critical in driving strategic talent acquisition initiatives to support our ambitious growth across manufacturing, operations, engineering, and support functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies using job boards, LinkedIn, professional networks, career fairs, and passive candidate engagement.
• Mentor junior recruiters and talent acquisition team members.
• Manage candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, ensuring timely communication and a positive employer brand representation.
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in recruitment practices.
• Collaborate on employer branding initiatives to position Dangote Cement as an employer of choice in the industry.
• Utilize and optimize Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools to track metrics and generate reports on time-to-hire, quality of hire, and diversity metrics.
• Partner with business leaders and hiring managers to understand workforce needs, create accurate job descriptions, and define role requirements.
• Stay updated on labor market trends, especially in the cement, manufacturing, and African industrial sectors.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for future needs, particularly in engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and project management.
• Conduct screening, interviews, assessments, and reference checks while maintaining compliance with local labor laws and company policies.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment for mid-to-senior level and high-volume technical positions, including Plant Engineers, Production Managers, Maintenance Specialists, and other critical roles.

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong knowledge of the Nigerian labor market and recruitment landscape.
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3 years in a senior role.
• Proven experience recruiting for technical and industrial roles in manufacturing industries.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. A master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM, CIPD) is an advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent sourcing and networking abilities, with proficiency in LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and other advanced techniques.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Solid understanding of ATS systems and HRIS platforms.
• Data-driven approach with the ability to analyze recruitment metrics.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development
• Private Health Insurance
• Career Development Opportunities