Global Sourcing Manager

About Centific

Centific is a frontier AI data foundry that curates diverse, high-quality data, using our purpose-built technology platforms to empower the Magnificent Seven and our enterprise clients with safe, scalable AI deployment. Our team includes more than 150 PhDs and data scientists, along with more than 4,000 AI practitioners and engineers. We harness the power of an integrated solution ecosystem—comprising industry-leading partnerships and 1.8 million vertical domain experts in more than 230 markets—to create contextual, multilingual, pre-trained datasets; fine-tuned, industry-specific LLMs; and RAG pipelines supported by vector databases. Our zero-distance innovation™ solutions for GenAI can reduce GenAI costs by up to 80% and bring solutions to market 50% faster.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between AI creators and industry leaders by bringing best practices in GenAI to unicorn innovators and enterprise customers. We aim to help these organizations unlock significant business value by deploying GenAI at scale, helping to ensure they stay at the forefront of technological advancement and maintain a competitive edge in their respective markets.

About Job

Global Sourcing Manager: Drive Talent Crowd Acquisition for AI Innovation

Join our dynamic team at Centific as a Global Sourcing Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI by attracting top-tier crowd talent worldwide.

At Centific, we're at the forefront of Generative AI innovation. We're seeking a passionate and experienced Global Sourcing Manager to lead our crowd talent acquisition efforts for cutting-edge AI projects. Your expertise in global talent acquisition will be instrumental in building the diverse and skilled contigent workforce needed to power our groundbreaking AI initiatives. In this role, you will lead a team focused on sourcing domain experts and multilingual workers across 150+ markets to support Centific's AI projects.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As Global Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for leading and executing global sourcing strategies to attract top talent crowd for our growing AI initiatives. Your key responsibilities include:

Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of recruiters, distributing projects and markets based on individual strengths and priorities.
• Manage team workload, ensuring efficient and effective sourcing operations.
• Lead and engage freelance recruiters to augment sourcing efforts and achieve targets.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Sourcing Strategy & Execution:

• Proactively identify, evaluate, and onboard new recruitment channels to source diverse profiles across various global markets.
• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract top-tier crowd talent for AI projects.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques to identify and engage passive candidates.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, bringing innovative talent acquisition methodologies to Centific.
• Follow recruiting requirements and priorities dictated by project needs, organizational plans, and established targets.

Campaign Management:

• Collaborate with marketing to create and customize compelling recruitment campaigns to attract candidates for new projects and opportunities.
• Oversee the execution of recruitment campaigns across various channels.
• Measure campaign results from each channel (ROI), evaluate data, and leverage insights for strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.

Process Improvement:

• Provide constructive feedback on the external sourcing process, identifying areas for improvement in tools and processes.
• Contribute to the enhancement of sourcing tools and technologies.
• Apply AI tools and techniques to enhance productivity.

Requirements

Technical and Professional Expertise

• 5+ years of proven experience in global recruitment, with a strong emphasis on the AI or data industry.
• 3+ years of experience managing and leading global recruiting teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in sourcing for highly specialized roles within a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional web research and analytical skills.
• Deep understanding of the recruitment landscape, including specific market nuances, across multiple regions (e.g., North America, Europe, Asia).
• Advanced proficiency in utilizing online networks, social media platforms, and professional communities for sourcing.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in other languages is a significant advantage.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Required Soft Skills

• Self-starter with a strong sense of initiative and a proactive mindset.
• Adaptability, problem-solving skills, and a creative approach to challenges.
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to provide and receive feedback, delegate effectively, and participate confidently in client-facing meetings.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong cross-cultural communication and collaboration skills.

Centific Is An Equal-Opportunity Employer. All Qualified Applicants Will Receive Consideration For Employment Without Regard To Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Ancestry, Citizenship Status, Age, Mental Or Physical Disability, Medical Condition, Sex (Including Pregnancy), Gender Identity Or Expression, Sexual Orientation, Marital Status, Familial Status, Veteran Status, Or Any Other Characteristic Protected By Applicable Law. We Consider Qualified Applicants Regardless Of Criminal Histories, Consistent With Legal Requirements.