Title:  Sr Manager, Talent Acquisition

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?

Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.

POSITION SUMMARY:      

The Sr. Manager, Talent Acquisition will be accountable for the successful development and implementation of a strategic roadmap to enhance and transform the company’s global talent acquisition capabilities.

The qualified candidate brings demonstrated experience implementing and monitoring talent acquisition programs, processes and initiatives. Additionally, the qualified candidate will be experienced in driving process improvements within a fast-paced environment, tracking and developing metrics and reporting, and demonstrating the business case for, and impact of, important talent acquisition initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As the Center of Excellence lead, you will oversee the evolution of our talent acquisition process and capabilities towards one that is consistently viewed as a strategic, consultative, and proactive partnering with the business and raises the bar on the talent in the organization. This role is not responsible for day-to-day recruitment activities.
• Provide input and partner with L&D, recruiters, hiring managers and HRBPs to build programs and ways of working that continually improve the organization’s capabilities to engage, assess and hire top talent.
• Explore the latest and forward-looking recruitment practices and methods to find innovative solutions to overcome hiring barriers.
• Align and integrate our talent acquisition process with our EVP/Employer Brand, ensuring an effective and consistent candidate experience.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to meet the changing needs of the organization and to remove obstacles to ensure a strong talent pipeline.
• Provide strategic direction, monitor performance metrics and analytics that drive improvement of the talent acquisition function.
• Collaborates and maintains strong working relationships with key internal stakeholders.
• Establishes, tracks, analyzes and reports on key metrics.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Location: On-site at Advanced Energy Headquarters in Denver, CO.
• Environment: Typical office environment

EXPERIENCE:                                              

• 7+ years of experience in talent acquisition, or similar role.
• Demonstrated talent acquisition expertise on a global level with deep understanding of contemporary best practices in recruitment branding, marketing, candidate experience, technical recruitment, selection practices, and the application of AI/technology. 
• Demonstrated success aligning large scale global talent acquisition initiatives to drive business goals, from conceptualization through impactful execution.
• Prior experience working in a global role and establishing effective relationships with Sr Leaders, Executives, Hiring Managers and HRBPs.
• Adept in developing TA strategies which are relevant to high growth/innovation, technology and high volume (manufacturing) spaces.
• Strong background in establishing and managing meaningful metrics to drive improvement and results.
• Strong knowledge of HR tools/systems and ATS platforms (Success Factors preferred).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to obtain, verify and evaluate general and statistical information
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong HRIS experience, SAP and SuccessFactors strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail, independent initiative, and curiosity
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Implement programs which can meet both corporate criteria and global/local needs
• Advanced project management, organizational and analytics skills to manage multiple projects, processes, and initiatives simultaneously
• Experience driving change management in a global organization
• Proficiency in MS Office suite
• Flexible and effectively deals with high levels of change and ambiguity

 EDUCATION:                                                                                    

• BA/BS degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or related field
• Advanced degree in Human Resources, or related field preferred.

COMPENSATION:                            

As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting.  Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location.  The range of starting pay for this role is $140,000 to $180,000 per year.   

BENEFITS:

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan. 

In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:

• Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both parents
• Company matched 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs  
• Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance

Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. 

Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com.

CO ONLY:

Applications will be accepted through 08/08/2026, the company reserves the right to review applications at any point after they are submitted.