Job Overview
The Sr. Manager of Talent Acquisition will be responsible for leading the TA strategy, operations, and execution with a focus on skills‑based hiring for new and existing store locations. They will oversee all recruiting activity, ensuring the organization meets workforce demands for rapid growth and expansion.
This leader will drive TA planning, analytics, and process improvement, using data and market insights to shape how talent is sourced, assessed, and hired in partnership with our TA Director. They'll introduce innovative approaches, optimize tools and technology, and strengthen employment branding and candidate experience.
The Sr. Manager will be responsible for leading and developing a remote Field TA team, promoting accountability, performance excellence, and continuous improvement. The role requires strong partnership with HR Business Partners, Operations, and cross‑functional leaders, along with the confidence to influence decisions and respectfully challenge assumptions when needed.
Additionally, this person will ensure effective use of Workday Recruiting, Phenom, recruitment marketing, and vendor partnerships while supporting onboarding strategies that drive early engagement and retention. Ultimately, this leader serves as the steward of enterprise talent acquisition, ensuring the organization has the workforce needed to grow and perform.
We are open to this person working primarily remote, with periodic travel to the Home Office in Manchester, CT and other locations as needed.
What You’ll Bring to Bob’sAt Bob’s Discount Furniture, success in this role is driven by leadership capability, analytical thinking, operational excellence, and the ability to build scalable, skills-based hiring solutions. If you enjoy influencing strategy, developing people, and improving how organizations attract and hire talent, this role offers meaningful impact.
Key Skills for Success
To excel in this role, you will demonstrate strength across the following skill areas:
Core Competencies & Expertise
Talent Acquisition Strategy & Workforce Planning
Designing and operationalizing scalable, skills-based hiring strategies aligned to business growth and new store expansion
Applying labor market intelligence, competitive insights, and workforce data to inform hiring plans and sourcing strategies
People Leadership & Team Development
Leading, coaching, and developing high-performing recruiting teams, including remote and field-based employees
Building leadership bench strength through feedback, mentoring, and career development
Analytics, Insights & Decision-Making
Defining and using TA metrics (e.g., funnel health, quality of hire, retention, time-to-start) to drive continuous improvement
Leveraging ATS, CRM, and reporting tools (Workday Recruiting, Phenom, Power BI preferred) to translate data into action
Stakeholder Partnership & Influence
Partnering effectively with HR, Operations, and senior leaders as a trusted advisor
Communicating insights clearly and confidently, including the ability to challenge assumptions and frame trade-offs
Process Improvement & Innovation
Designing efficient, candidate-centric recruiting workflows that reduce friction and improve speed and quality
Piloting and scaling innovative hiring approaches such as skills-based assessments, recruitment marketing, automation, and talent communities
Technology, Tools & Employer Brand
Optimizing recruiting technology, ensuring adoption, data integrity, and effective use of tools
Strengthening employment branding and candidate experience across the full hiring lifecycle
Onboarding & Early Tenure Outcomes
Partnering cross-functionally to improve onboarding effectiveness, time-to-productivity, and early retention
Using feedback mechanisms to continuously refine the new-hire experience
Preferred Competencies & Skills
Experience supporting retail, distribution, or multi-site organizations with high-volume hiring and store opening timelines
Exposure to broader talent initiatives such as learning & development, performance management, and/or retention strategies
Experience leading TA transformation, change management, or process redesign initiatives
Power BI experience and/or process improvement certifications (Lean, Six Sigma)
Who We Are
At Bob’s, we have fun, we love what we do, and we’re growing fast! As one of the leading omni-channel furniture retailers in the country with over 200 stores, we’re committed to creating a workplace that values skills-based hiring, diverse perspectives, and an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
How We Will Support Your Success
We know you have many choices when it comes to your career. At Bob’s, we invest in your growth, well-being, and career advancement.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, and your birthday!
401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with a generous company match
Pet Insurance and employer-paid Life Insurance options
Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning, and career progression pathways
Employee Discount starting on Day 1, plus exclusive partner discounts
And so much more!
Our Culture & Core Values
At Bob’s, we believe in fostering a positive, inclusive, and skill-driven work environment. Our core values-Honesty, Integrity, Transparency, Community, Safety, Diversity, Accountability, and Fun—guide everything we do. We’re not just a workplace; we’re a team that supports and celebrates each other!
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required
10+ years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience across diverse role types (field, management, corporate, high-volume)
8+ years of people leadership experience with demonstrated success developing high-performing teams
Strong experience partnering cross-functionally with senior leaders and HR stakeholders
Strong strategic thinking capability, with the ability to anticipate workforce needs, assess trade-offs, and design forward-looking talent solutions aligned to enterprise growth
Advanced knowledge of ATS/HRIS systems (Workday preferred) and recruiting technology
Strong analytical mindset with demonstrated ability to build reports/dashboards, interpret funnel analytics, and make data-driven decisions (Power BI experience preferred)
Creative and innovative problem-solver—comfortable piloting new approaches, testing, and iterating quickly
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; executive presence with the ability to confidently push back and negotiate trade-offs when needed
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with urgency, precision, and attention to detail in a fast-moving environment
Curiosity, growth mindset, and openness to new ways of working and thinking
Ability to work effectively across diverse teams and perspectives.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Willingness to travel ~10–15% as needed
Must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment with Bob’s
Physical Demands
Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
Ability to travel approximately as needed
Expected Base Pay Not Including Potential Commissions, Incentive, Bonus, etc. Opportunities:
110-140k base salary + yearly bonus target
It is policy of Bob’s Discount Furniture, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.
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What We Do
When Bob Kaufman opened the first Bob’s Discount Furniture in Newington, Connecticut in 1991, he had a mission: to provide unmatched value while never sacrificing integrity or honesty to do so, meaning no deception or phony gimmicks. That became “the Bob’s Way,” and it remains our approach to this day, with more than 170 home furnishings stores located across the U.S. Shop in-store and online at mybobs.com Our mission extends beyond just providing excellent furniture at everyday low prices, though. We also have a goal to help better the communities surrounding each of our locations through the Bob’s Outreach program and the Bob’s Discount Furniture Charitable Foundation, but those are just the beginning. We donate a total of more than $2.75 million to charities each year because we believe that giving back is our responsibility and privilege as a company. In addition to offering high-quality products at unbeatable prices, we also aim to provide an unparalleled shopping experience with on-the-house treats. Pop into one of our in-store cafés and you’ll see that we also collect donations. All the money collected through Bob’s Café Collections for a Cause is matched by Bob’s, and 100 percent of those donations go to a number of charities such as the Special Olympics and Operation Homefront. Interested in a career with Bob’s? We employ 5,000 employees across our 160 locations, all of whom contribute to the high level of integrity and transparency Bob’s is known for. We provide career growth and training as well as competitive compensation and benefits in a fun and fast-paced environment. Join us in our goal to make Bob’s a household name in furniture from coast to coast by looking into our job listings on LinkedIn as well as https://www.mybobs.com/careers. If you’d like to get to know more about our company and why we take such pride in what we do, connect with us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/mybobs/ and follow us on Instagram & Twitter @MyBobs.
