Applied Materials, Inc. logo

US Talent Sourcer -On Contract Role

Applied Materials, Inc.
NewPosted today

LOCATION

Bangalore · Onsite

EXPERIENCE

4+ Years

TYPE

Contract

SKILLS REQUIRED

Candidate SourcingBoolean SearchPipeline ManagementCandidate EngagementLinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

Overview

Contract US Talent Sourcer role supporting hiring initiatives across the United States, sourcing technical and non-technical talent and managing contractor-to-full-time conversion programs.

What you'll do

  • Source qualified candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, networking platforms, internal databases, referrals, and other sourcing channels.
  • Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
  • Conduct market mapping, competitor analysis, and talent intelligence research.
  • Develop innovative sourcing strategies to identify passive candidates.
  • Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to understand hiring requirements and talent availability.
  • Perform initial outreach and candidate engagement activities.
  • Screen candidate profiles against job requirements and share qualified talent with recruiters.
  • Maintain a positive candidate experience throughout the sourcing process.
  • Track candidate activity and maintain accurate records in ATS and CRM systems.
  • Identify and maintain a pipeline of high-performing contractors eligible for conversion to full-time employment.
  • Partner with hiring managers, HRBP and recruiters to track contractor performance and conversion readiness.
  • Monitor contractor tenure, eligibility criteria, and conversion timelines.
  • Facilitate contractor-to-full-time hiring discussions and support offer planning.
  • Maintain regular reporting on contractor conversion metrics, success rates, and upcoming conversion opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and workforce regulations related to contractor conversions.
  • Work closely with recruiters and hiring managers, providing sourcing updates, talent market insights, and hiring progress reports.
  • Support diversity hiring initiatives and strategic workforce planning efforts.

What you'll need

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 4+ years of sourcing experience supporting US recruitment.
  • Strong expertise in LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, X-Ray search, and talent mapping.
  • Experience sourcing technical and/or engineering talent for US-based positions.
  • Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and CRM platforms.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in US time zones.

Nice to have

  • Experience supporting Semiconductor, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, or Technology hiring.
  • Knowledge of US employment practices, labor market trends, and immigration/work authorization considerations.
  • Experience managing contractor workforce programs and contractor-to-permanent employee conversions.
  • Strong analytical and reporting skills.

Details

  • Location: Bangalore, India.
  • Contract position through 3rd party payroll ITPL, Bangalore.
  • Work timing: US timing.
  • Time type: Full time; employee type: Temporary Worker.
  • Travel: No.
  • Relocation eligible: Yes.

Read the full description and apply on the company’s own careers page.

Stay safe

Hiring on Abekus is free for applicants

We never charge a fee, and employers are prohibited from doing so. If a recruiter asks for payment, please report them right away.

US Talent Sourcer -On Contract Role