Hiring: VP Talent Acquisition Company: Ecolab Location: St Paul, MN Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 07:43:18 Employment Type: Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : User Experience About the job Experience: •12 years of progressive TA and/or HR leadership experience Required Skills: •Shape and execute a global Talent Acquisition strategy and operating model aligned to business growth, workforce plans, and enterprise priorities across Ecolab businesses, functions, and regions •Lead and develop a global TA organization and leadership team with clear accountability, strong leadership capability and succession depth (approximately 125 employees, including people leaders and specialist teams) •Own end-to-end TA spanning employer brand and recruitment marketing, sourcing, candidate and hiring manager engagement, full-cycle recruiting operations, campus recruitment, executive recruitment, and proactive pipeline development for critical talent •Oversee external and vendor partnerships supporting TA delivery, capability, and technology enablement in partnership with HRIS; ensure strong vendor performance, governance, and commercial discipline •Influence and partner with senior business, HR, and commercial leaders to align talent strategies with business priorities •Accelerate transformation by leveraging data, technology, AI and other innovative approaches to enhance hiring outcomes and organizational impact •Drive a disciplined global operating model and rhythm that delivers consistency, scale, and exceptional execution across markets •Drive consistent, high-quality recruiting outcomes globally with clear accountability for speed, quality, and experience Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources or related field •Demonstrated success delivering TA outcomes through operating model, process, technology and AI •MBA or Master's degree preferred •Proven success leading large, global, matrixed organizations and driving enterprise-wide impact •Strong commercial and business acumen, with the ability to influence senior leaders and align people strategies to business priorities •High-energy change leader with a track record of building commitment, leading through transformation, and delivering measurable results •Exceptional ability to simplify complexity, create clarity, and drive execution in fast-paced environments •Trusted and inclusive leader who develops talent, builds high-performing teams, and fosters a culture of accountability and innovation •Executive presence and excellent communication skills with the ability to inspire, influence, and drive action across all levels of the organization Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package •This position is eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentives based on performance, per plan terms Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!