Talent Acquisition Partner - Manufacturing & Campus Recruitment

Careers at AkzoNobel

Join AkzoNobel as a Talent Acquisition Partner

We’re looking for a proactive and energetic Talent Acquisition Partner who will take the lead in campus recruitment and manufacturing hiring across blue and white-collar roles. You’ll be a vital link between AkzoNobel and the next generation of talent, playing a key role in shaping the future workforce for our manufacturing sites in the Netherlands.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage full-cycle recruitment for manufacturing roles (blue and white collar), ensuring a high-quality candidate experience.
• Design and execute campus recruitment strategies across universities, “hogescholen” and vocational schools related to manufacturing and technical disciplines.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with educational institutions and career centres.
• Attend and represent AkzoNobel at job fairs, campus events, and school visits to promote career opportunities.
• Organize and host in-house recruitment events at AkzoNobel locations.
• Drive and launch employer branding and recruitment campaigns, particularly within manufacturing talent segments.
• Leverage social media channels and digital tools to attract early-career and skilled manufacturing talent.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand hiring needs and provide market insights and strategic guidance.
• Contribute to the selection and recruitment of participants for trainee programs, particularly within manufacturing and supply chain areas.
• Build a talent pipeline by proactively sourcing and engaging passive candidates for hard-to-fill roles.

What do you need to have to be successful in this role?

• 3+ years of experience in recruitment, ideally within manufacturing, supply chain, or campus recruitment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with a natural ability to connect and build networks.
• The ability to build long-term partnerships with schools and universities.
• Experience in organizing recruitment events and using social media for employer branding and sourcing (e.g., LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok).
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and enjoys working both independently and collaboratively.
• Fluent in Dutch and English (spoken and written), German language skills or any other European language is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a car (for travel between sites and campus events).

What do we offer in return?

It’s a two-way street. This means that we offer not only a competitive salary but also believe in a healthy work-life balance.

• Above average number of annual holidays (44 days' off.)
• Participation in the AkzoNobel pension plan.
• Fixed bonus (CLA)
• Travel expenses to and from work.
• Opportunities for ongoing education and professional development.
• Hybrid way of working (60/40).
• Being part of events and networking platforms.
• Paint with a discount.

More Information

Join us and help painting the future of talent acquisition at AkzoNobel. Be part of a team that values people, purpose, and performance.

If you have questions about the role or interview process, please contact Amy Isgar, Talent Acquisition, amy.isgar@akzonobel.com

The recruitment process includes a selection of the best applications received through the system, interview rounds and further steps. An online assessment and an employment screening might be part of the selection process.