Senior Talent Acquisition Manager

At Tenneco, we don't follow industry standards; we set them, and we don't settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it's our Core Values - radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win - or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we're determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we're all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It's what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you'll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you're ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you'll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Talent Acquisition Manager will lead Talent Acquisition efforts across the Americas region, managing a team responsible for delivering strong hiring outcomes across critical roles. This leader will partner closely with business and HR stakeholders to ensure recruiting priorities are aligned to business needs, positions are filled in a timely manner, and hiring strategies support regional and enterprise goals.

This role requires a balance of operational excellence and strategic leadership. The Senior Talent Acquisition Manager will be expected to lead team performance, provide clear visibility into recruiting progress and challenges, and present meaningful talent acquisition insights to senior leadership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, coach, and develop the Talent Acquisition team across the Americas region
• Drive accountability for team performance, hiring outcomes, and service delivery
• Partner with business leaders and HR stakeholders to understand workforce needs and align recruiting strategies to critical priorities
• Ensure critical positions are filled in a timely manner through strong prioritization, execution, and follow-through
• Monitor and communicate the overall health of open positions across the region, including progress, risks, and barriers
• Present strategic talent acquisition updates, hiring trends, and recruiting insights to leadership
• Build strong partnerships with key stakeholders to improve hiring effectiveness and decision-making
• Use data and market insights to inform recruiting strategies and support continuous improvement
• Establish and maintain high standards for candidate experience, hiring manager partnership, and recruiting discipline
• Identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes, team effectiveness, and regional hiring outcomes

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred
• Progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, including experience leading recruiting teams
• Demonstrated success managing full-cycle recruiting efforts across multiple functions or geographies
• Experience partnering with senior business leaders and influencing hiring decisions
• Strong ability to present recruiting strategies, metrics, and talent insights to leadership audiences
• Proven people leadership skills, including coaching, performance management, and team development
• Strong business partnership skills with the ability to balance urgency, quality, and stakeholder expectations
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to assess recruiting health across multiple openings and priorities
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate recruiting activity into clear business updates
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

This role is critical to ensuring the Americas region has the talent needed to deliver business results. By leading a high-performing Talent Acquisition team, building strong business partnerships, and providing strategic visibility into hiring progress, the Senior Talent Acquisition Manager helps the organization fill key roles, reduce hiring risk, and strengthen overall workforce capability.

The impact of this role goes beyond filling openings. It helps leadership make better talent decisions, improves confidence in the hiring process, and ensures recruiting is operating as a strategic partner to the business.

We don't want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who's hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know.

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