Talent Acquisition Operations Lead

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC group, is a leading producer of printing inks, coatings and supplies, pigments, polymers, liquid compounds, solid compounds, and application materials. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical has annual sales of more than $7.5 billion. Over 20,000 employees located at 176 subsidiaries across 63 countries work every day to meet the needs of customers by improving performance on the essentials of business, such as reliable, on-time delivery and consistent product quality. Sun Chemical tailors solutions to unique customer needs and brings new ideas and the latest technology to market. Sun Chemical’s unparalleled global presence allows for the delivery of local service and support that is customized to the markets it serves. Recognized as a leading source of innovation, Sun Chemical and DIC have 17 research and development centers that are committed to creating solutions that improve productivity, create new revenue opportunities for customers, and contribute to a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit our website at The Role The Talent Acquisition Operations Lead – LATAM drives operational excellence across the region’s talent acquisition function. The role ensures consistent, compliant, and efficient recruitment processes while aligning LATAM operations with global TA strategy. Acting as the operational backbone for the region, this leader partners with recruiters, HRBPs, business leaders, and global TA to optimize workflows, enhance data-driven decision-making, and elevate the overall candidate and recruiter experience. Key Responsibilities

• Lead and standardize recruitment operations across LATAM in alignment with global TA frameworks.
• Optimize processes, workflows, and technology usage, driving automation and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws, internal policies, and audit requirements.
• Monitor and report on KPIs (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, quality-of-hire) and deliver insights to leadership.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and business leaders on hiring forecasts and resource planning.
• Support recruiters with operational guidance, troubleshooting, and best practices.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure effective use of ATS and recruitment tools.

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in recruitment operations or TA within LATAM.
• Strong command of regional employment laws and recruitment technologies (ATS, analytics).
• Previous operations or industry experience is preferred
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Highly organized, process-driven, and comfortable in fast-paced, matrixed environments.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish), with experience in multinational or multi-country operations.
• Bonus qualities: project management expertise (PMP/PRINCE2), familiarity with employer branding and candidate experience best practices.