Sustainable Talent is partnering with Ford to build a team of the world’s best automotive/industrial and technical talent and turning them loose to create insanely great electric vehicles and digital experiences for new generations of customers. These changes in Ford's business will allow for the greatest opportunity to create value and serve customers since Henry Ford scaled the Model T.

Role Overview

We are seeking a high-impact Executive Market Intelligence Search Specialist who brings a blend of deep research expertise, industry knowledge, and client-facing capability.

This is not a traditional sourcing role, this individual will operate as a strategic talent advisor, delivering market intelligence, building executive pipelines, and influencing hiring decisions across complex industrial and product organizations.

This role will support senior leadership across manufacturing, vehicle hardware, product development, and quality, requiring both domain fluency and executive presence.

This is a W-2 full-time contract with Remote work option. We offer competitive pay based on factors like experience, education, location, etc. and provide full benefits, PTO, and amazing company culture!

Key Responsibilities

Market Intelligence & Executive Research

• Lead deep market mapping, name generation, and competitive intelligence across industrial, automotive, and technical domains
• Deliver insight-driven talent landscapes to inform hiring strategy and decision-making
• Conduct advanced desk research to identify and assess executive and niche talent

Full-Funnel Search Execution

• Own top-of-funnel through mid-funnel activity, including outreach, engagement, and early-stage assessment
• Build and maintain high-quality, forward-looking talent pipelines
• Apply structured methodologies (e.g., SHREK) to assess and present candidates

Client-Facing Partnership

• Partner directly with senior leaders and hiring managers to shape search strategy
• Lead intake discussions, calibration sessions, and update calls
• Provide consultative pushback and market insights, not just execution

Data Storytelling & Executive Communication

• Translate research into clear, compelling, executive-ready deliverables (PowerPoint, talent insights decks)
• Present data in a way that is digestible, actionable, and requires minimal guidance
• Bring strong awareness of data visualization and storytelling best practices

Pipeline & Relationship Management

• Engage and nurture passive executive talent pools
• Build long-term relationships within industrial, manufacturing, and technical communities
• Maintain accurate pipeline tracking within ATS and sourcing tools

Required Experience:

• 4+ years of experience in executive search, talent intelligence, or strategic sourcing
• Background in a top-tier executive search firm (strongly preferred)
• Experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, automotive, or hardware organizations
• Demonstrated success in market mapping, competitive intelligence, and executive-level research

Core Skill Set

• Strong expertise in desk research, name generation, and talent mapping methodologies
• Ability to operate in a client-facing, consultative capacity with senior stakeholders
• Proven capability to translate data into insights and executive-level narratives
• Experience owning end-to-end search components beyond pure sourcing

Technical & Tools

• Strong proficiency in PowerPoint / presentation development
• Familiarity with data analysis and visualization approaches is a plus

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Comes from industrial or manufacturing environments (critical for this role)
• Brings a market intelligence mindset, not just requisition execution
• Comfortable navigating high-volume, complex organizations with ambiguity
• Energized by deep research, problem-solving, and influencing hiring strategy

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team at the forefront of innovation in the automotive industry.
• Career development and growth opportunities within the organization.
• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.
• W-2 full-time contract
• Remote flexibility
• Competitive compensation + full benefits + PTO

Sustainable Talent is a M/F+, disabled, and veteran equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Sustainable Talent is partnering with Ford to build a team of the world’s best automotive/industrial and technical talent and turning them loose to create insanely great electric vehicles and digital experiences for new generations of customers. These changes in Ford's business will allow for the greatest opportunity to create value and serve customers since Henry Ford scaled the Model T.

We are seeking a highly skilled Executive Search with expertise in desk research methodologies, particularly in market mapping and name generation. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional assessment skills and a background in SHREK (Skills, Habits, Relationships, Experience, and Knowledge) retained search methodology. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our dynamic team and make a significant impact in executive recruiting.

This is a W-2 full-time contract with Remote work option. We offer competitive pay based on factors like experience, education, location, etc. and provide full benefits, PTO, and amazing company culture!

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive desk research and market mapping to identify top talent in software, electrical engineering, automotive, and related fields.
• Utilize innovative sourcing techniques to generate candidate leads and maintain a robust talent pipeline.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and executive leadership to understand hiring needs and develop effective sourcing strategies.
• Conduct initial screenings and assessments of potential candidates to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Utilize SHREK methodology to provide in-depth candidate assessments and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Build and nurture relationships with passive candidates and industry professionals to expand the talent network.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market dynamics, and best practices in executive recruiting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• 4+ years with proven experience as an Executive Search Sourcer, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, high-growth or technology-driven environment.
• Proficiency in desk research methodologies, market mapping, and name generation techniques.
• Strong understanding of SHREK (Skills, Habits, Relationships, Experience, and Knowledge) retained search methodology.
• Exceptional assessment skills with the ability to evaluate candidates against specific criteria and organizational needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team at the forefront of innovation in the automotive industry.
• Career development and growth opportunities within the organization.
• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.

Sustainable Talent is a M/F+, disabled, and veteran equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Sustainable Talent is partnering with Ford to build a team of the world’s best automotive/industrial and technical talent and turning them loose to create insanely great electric vehicles and digital experiences for new generations of customers. These changes in Ford's business will allow for the greatest opportunity to create value and serve customers since Henry Ford scaled the Model T.

We are seeking a highly skilled Executive Search Specialist with expertise in desk research methodologies, particularly in market mapping and name generation. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional assessment skills and a background in SHREK (Skills, Habits, Relationships, Experience, and Knowledge) retained search methodology. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our dynamic team and make a significant impact in executive recruiting.

This is a W-2 full-time contract with Remote work option. We offer competitive pay based on factors like experience, education, location, etc. and provide full benefits, PTO, and amazing company culture!

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive desk research and market mapping to identify top talent in software, electrical engineering, automotive, and related fields.
• Utilize innovative sourcing techniques to generate candidate leads and maintain a robust talent pipeline.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and executive leadership to understand hiring needs and develop effective sourcing strategies.
• Conduct initial screenings and assessments of potential candidates to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Utilize SHREK methodology to provide in-depth candidate assessments and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Build and nurture relationships with passive candidates and industry professionals to expand the talent network.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market dynamics, and best practices in executive recruiting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience as an Executive Search Sourcer, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, high-growth or technology-driven environment.
• Proficiency in desk research methodologies, market mapping, and name generation techniques.
• Strong understanding of SHREK (Skills, Habits, Relationships, Experience, and Knowledge) retained search methodology.
• Exceptional assessment skills with the ability to evaluate candidates against specific criteria and organizational needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team at the forefront of innovation in the automotive industry.
• Career development and growth opportunities within the organization.
• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.

Sustainable Talent is a M/F+, disabled, and veteran equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Sustainable Talent is partnering with Ford to build a team of the world’s best automotive/industrial and technical talent and turning them loose to create insanely great electric vehicles and digital experiences for new generations of customers. These changes in Ford's business will allow for the greatest opportunity to create value and serve customers since Henry Ford scaled the Model T.

We are seeking a highly skilled Executive Search Specialist with expertise in desk research methodologies, particularly in market mapping and name generation. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional assessment skills and a background in SHREK (Skills, Habits, Relationships, Experience, and Knowledge) retained search methodology. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our dynamic team and make a significant impact in executive recruiting.

This is a W-2 full-time contract with Remote work option. We offer competitive pay based on factors like experience, education, location, etc. and provide full benefits, PTO, and amazing company culture!

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive desk research and market mapping to identify top talent in software, electrical engineering, automotive, and related fields.
• Utilize innovative sourcing techniques to generate candidate leads and maintain a robust talent pipeline.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and executive leadership to understand hiring needs and develop effective sourcing strategies.
• Conduct initial screenings and assessments of potential candidates to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Utilize SHREK methodology to provide in-depth candidate assessments and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Build and nurture relationships with passive candidates and industry professionals to expand the talent network.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market dynamics, and best practices in executive recruiting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience as an Executive Search Sourcer, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, high-growth or technology-driven environment.
• Proficiency in desk research methodologies, market mapping, and name generation techniques.
• Strong understanding of SHREK (Skills, Habits, Relationships, Experience, and Knowledge) retained search methodology.
• Exceptional assessment skills with the ability to evaluate candidates against specific criteria and organizational needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team at the forefront of innovation in the automotive industry.
• Career development and growth opportunities within the organization.
• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.

Sustainable Talent is a M/F+, disabled, and veteran equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.