SVP Worldwide

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Coordinator - Contractor

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: Talent Acquisition Business Partner

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Location: Nashville, TN

Employment type: Contractor

SVP Worldwide, the world’s largest consumer sewing machine company, has an immediate full time TA Coordinator position available. The company and its four iconic brands - SINGER®, HUSQVARNA VIKING®, PFAFF®, and MySewNet - have delighted consumers for over 170 years. These premium brands and products are regarded as the choice for serious sewists and novice crafters.

The global sewing machine industry is experiencing renewed growth, expected to grow at 6.7% annually. With a product portfolio inclusive of sewing machines, accessories, notions, garment care products, and software, it is an exciting time to join and grow a career with us!

The global corporate headquarters is located in Nashville, TN (USA) and is supported by regional headquarters/sales offices in Milan (Italy), and Mexico City (Mexico). Combined with 140+ US retail stores in 36 states, manufacturing facilities across Asia and Latin America, multiple R&D centers, a software development center in Europe, and a global supply chain with distribution centers in all regions, we are proud to reach consumers worldwide.

SVP Worldwide continues to weave our culture into the fabric of our team members by living out our core values of Integrity, Trust, Teamwork and Customer Focus. As our industry continues to grow, there are vast opportunities for new team members who share our commitment to delivering the world’s finest sewing and crafting products, services, software and a frictionless customer experience. Explore current career openings at SVP Worldwide locations around the world, right here and now.

As a key member of the Human Resources team, the Talent Acquisition Coordinator plays a pivotal role in delivering a seamless and engaging candidate experience. This position supports the full lifecycle of recruitment by managing the applicant tracking system (ATS), coordinating interviews, facilitating initial candidate outreach, preparing offer letters, initiating background checks, and ensuring smooth preboarding processes. Acting as the central point of contact for recruiters, hiring managers, and candidates, the Talent Acquisition Coordinator ensures clear communication and efficient scheduling while upholding a high standard of service. This role is essential in driving operational excellence across hiring initiatives and reinforcing a positive employer brand.

Job Responsibilities

• Internally and externally coordinate and schedule phone, video, and onsite interviews, ensuring timely and professional candidate communication
• Support the end-to-end candidate experience, including outreach, interview logistics, and preboarding activities
• Draft and send offer letters, initiate background and reference checks, and ensure completion of new hire paperwork
• Assist with onboarding processes to ensure a smooth transition for new hires
• Manage applicant tracking and communication through platforms like ADP, LinkedIn, and Indeed, including reviewing applications, updating candidate statuses, and sending calendar invites
• Post and audit job listings for accuracy across recruiting platforms; maintain budget oversight and vendor coordination for Indeed campaigns
• Maintain accurate records and reporting tools, including candidate, requisition, and contractor trackers
• Support DEI initiatives by contributing to inclusive sourcing strategies and recruitment practices
• Collaborate with vendors to create HR contracts and process related invoices
• Track employee referrals and manage the referral program database
• Participate in special projects, including tool implementation, onboarding improvements, and enhancing the candidate experience
• Distribute monthly brand review surveys to new hires to gather feedback
• Provide general administrative support to the Talent Acquisition and broader HR team as needed

We Offer You:

• Hybrid work schedule
• Work environment that harbors a culture of collaboration and community
• Learning and development opportunities

You Bring (requirements, preferred skills):

• Associates degree preferred
• 1-3 years of administrative experience required
• 2 or more years experience in Human Resources field with emphasis on Recruitment strongly preferred
• Experience coordinating interviews for both local or remote office locations
• Advanced knowledge/experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint required
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and complete projects with attention to detail and a sense of urgency in a fast paced and ever changing environment
• Detail oriented / Strong organizational skills
• Experience working with all levels of management and consulting with key business stakeholders; An ability to influence for greater outcomes.
• Strong team player that has a customer service approach and is solution oriented.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work individually, within a multi-disciplinary team, as well as with external partners and vendors
• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills

You will need to be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation, including:

• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, meeting rooms, copier/printer etc as well as have the ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Required to retrieve or reposition products like sewing machines weighing up to 50 pounds
• Any additional physical requirements

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Work Environment/Location/Flex Arrangement:

SVP Worldwide offers a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. As part of our Flexible Workplace Policy, this position will be hybrid based in our company HQ in Nashville, TN.

Why You Will Love Being a Part of the SVP Worldwide Team:

We take care of our team! We offer a competitive benefit package including: multiple health plan options comprised of vision and dental plans, 401K plan, life insurance, disability insurance, pet insurance, parental leave, generous employee discounts and paid time off benefits including wellbeing days.

At SVP Worldwide, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion and strive to employ a unique workforce that is reflective of our consumers across the globe. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people.

SVP Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications. SVP Worldwide prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, nationality, citizenship, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, or any other unlawful consideration.

In The News:

In 2021, SVP Worldwide was acquired by Platinum Equity (www.platinumequity.com), a global investment firm with more than $25 billion of assets under management and a portfolio of approximately 50 operating companies that serve customers around the world. Platinum Equity has committed to fully support SVP Worldwide’s continued growth and to bring additional financial and operational resources to help accelerate the company’s efforts.

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