Platform Talent Acquisition Manager

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter leading at every level and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best.

About Us

This role supports Marmons Heavy-Duty Components & Modification (HDCM) platform a $400M revenue business composed of industry-leading brands that power the commercial vehicle market. Our portfolio includes Fontaine Fifth Wheel Fontaine Modification Fontaine Spray Suppression Stahl Truck Bodies Sisu Axles and Marmon-Herrington serving OEMs fleets dealers and aftermarket customers across North America and select global markets.

With a shared focus on safety reliability and performance the HDCM platform delivers mission-critical components and systemsincluding axles suspensions fifth wheels vehicle modifications spray suppression and vocational truck bodies. Our operations span over 20 locations across the U.S. Mexico Canada and Europe integrating manufacturing engineering and distribution capabilities.

We are committed to product innovation operational excellence and customer-driven solutions empowering the next generation of heavy-duty mobility.

Position Overview

This is the first Talent Acquisition Manager role in the HDCM platform: a unique opportunity to build a recruiting function from the ground up. The TA Manager will design and implement KPIs processes and strategies that shape how we attract hire and retain top talent.

The role will focus primarily on salaried recruitment across the platform while also serving as a strategic consultant to HR teams on hourly recruiting. This includes providing guidance on best practices supporting the development of hourly recruiting strategies and occasionally stepping in to lead hourly searches for high-priority or high-turnover sites.

The right candidate will combine a hands-on approach to recruiting with a big-picture mindset; setting direction driving consistency and raising the bar for all hiring efforts across the platform.

Key Responsibilities

Build & Lead Talent Acquisition

• Establish the TA function for HDCM creating KPIs reporting and scalable processes from scratch.

• Lead end-to-end salaried recruitment across HDCM.

• Serve as a consultant and advisor to HR teams on hourly recruiting strategies and execution.

• Step in to directly support hourly recruiting at targeted facilities as needed.

Recruitment Strategy & Execution

• Develop sustainable talent pipelines across the transportation industry and within local communities.

• Partner with HR and business leaders to craft job descriptions that accurately reflect roles highlight career growth and position HDCM as an employer of choice.

• Drive data-informed recruiting practices to reduce time-to-fill and turnover while improving candidate experience.

Marmon Standards & Training

• Ensure consistent application of Targeted Selection and structured interview practices across all hiring teams.

• Train and coach hiring managers on recruitment best practices candidate experience and compliance.

• Align hiring efforts with workforce planning needs.

Talent Development & Employer Branding

• Embed Marmons Employee Value Proposition into all attraction strategies.

• Strengthen HDCMs employer brand across markets industries and communities.

• Represent HDCM at career fairs university events and industry functions.

University & Early Career Partnerships

• Build pathways for early-career talent into salaried roles.

• Support relationships with schools trade programs and industry associations.

• Partner with Marmon University Relations and BU HR on internship recruiting and programming.

Continuous Improvement & Metrics

• Design track and report recruiting KPIs for salaried and hourly efforts.

• Use data to refine strategies drive efficiency and improve retention.

• Ensure Workday recruiting data is accurate timely and leveraged to inform decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in HR Business or related field; HR/Talent Acquisition certifications a plus.

• 5 years experience in salaried recruitment; exposure to hourly recruiting in manufacturing strongly preferred.

• Expertise with ATS systems (Workday LinkedIn Recruiter etc.).

• Strong knowledge of structured interviewing and recruiting standards.

• Proven ability to build processes metrics and strategies from the ground up.

• Strong communication collaboration and organizational skills; able to influence leaders at all levels.

• Experience supporting multi-site operations a plus.

Why Join Us

At Marmon you get the best of both worlds: the strength and stability of Berkshire Hathaway plus the autonomy and opportunity of a growing platform. As HDCMs first-ever TA Manager you will have the chance to leave a lasting impactbuilding the recruiting function shaping strategy and influencing how talent is hired across the platform for years to come.

Youll play a central role in building the talent pipelines and employer brand that will power the next generation of heavy-duty mobility.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.