Talent Acquisition Manager for EMEA

Department: Human Resources
Reports to: HR Director EMEA - dotted line HR Manager Benelux
Location: Utrecht

About us

Medline is a leading provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions, serving all points of care. Through a wide-ranging product portfolio, a robust supply chain network and modern clinical solutions, Medline helps healthcare providers (HCPs) improve their clinical, financial and operational outcomes. Headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, United States, the company employs more than 43,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries and territories. Outside the US, Medline International B.V. serves as the international headquarters and is located in the Netherlands (currently Arnhem; to be moved to Utrecht in 2025). To learn more about Medline’s operations in Europe, visit www.medline.eu.

Purpose

The Talent Acquisition Manager for EMEA will lead and build Talent Acquisition Strategy and Excellence for Medline EMEA. You will ensure that Medline is positioned as an employer of choice while driving efficient, high-quality, data-driven hiring across markets in Europe. You will shape and implement a TA operating model in EMEA line with global standards, to improve hiring efficiency, recruiter productivity and candidate experience. You will collaborate directly with the EMEA leadership team to assess recruitment requirements, establish future talent pipelines, and provide support in recruiting candidates for senior leadership roles. You will work closely with HR teams in EMEA, both as a TA specialist as an ambassador for Medline in line with our culture and values. In the Netherlands you will be leading the recruitment practice end to end and drive all recruiting efforts for our EMEA headquarter in the Netherlands.

How can you help us?

Shape the future of Talent Acquisition in EMEA by:

Talent Acquisition Strategy

• Lead and build Talent Acquisition Strategy EMEA supporting growth strategy of the company

• Partner with HR and business leaders on future talent pipelines, strategic workforce planning in line with market trends, labor law and talent availability

• Design and implement resourcing strategy using cross-country teams, external partners and agencies

• Build recruitment strategies for specific target groups (e.g. DEI, early careers, sales)

Operational excellence

• Harmonize processes, governance and technology towards one EMEA operating model

• Establish TA performance framework and dashboards to track hiring impact, pipeline health and key KPI's

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and optimization of candidate experience

• Lead strategic TA initiatives such as promotion of employer branding, nurturing talent pools, diversity & inclusion and proactive sourcing

• Enable data-driven decision making by analyzing Talent Acquisition insights and market intelligence

• Own and drive efficient and effective use of TA infrastructure systems and tools (internal and external)

Talent Acquisition delivery

• Work closely with hiring managers in Netherlands to understand their requirements, research and map the market and approach passive candidates about our exciting opportunities.

• Source and attract relevant candidates through LinkedIn, and additional tools in line with resourcing strategies

• Manage and build your recruitment network and build sustainable relations

• Lead, coach and develop recruiters in EMEA in employee value proposition, sourcing, selection, stakeholder management and decision making

• Empower managers in hiring processes, interviewing and practices towards successful hiring.

Are you a match?

• Over 10 years of full‑cycle recruitment experience, including active sourcing across diverse markets.

• At least 5 years of experience leading regional TA initiatives and shaping strategy.

• Ability to thrive in an environment of constant change, shifting priorities, and high expectations.

• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, enabling effective collaboration across the organization.

• A solid continuous improvement mindset and experience optimizing TA processes.

• Clear understanding of hiring managers’ needs and the capability to turn them into effective recruitment plans.

• Strategic and independent approach to leading hiring processes with speed and expertise.

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into meaningful recommendations.

• Advanced proficiency in Workday and other ATS platforms.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

• Experience in executive recruitment is an advantage. 

What we offer

• A comprehensive introduction by experienced colleagues - An individually tailored onboarding plan and fixed contacts so you can be off to a great start.

• 26 days of vacation + 5 unpaid vacation days

• A range of training opportunities - We actively support you in your professional development

• Employee Assistance Program

• Hybrid working options - To make your work flexible and productive

• International working environment - Our European headquarters is truly diverse.

Ready for a new challenge?

Medline thrives when everyone feels truly connected and empowered to contribute their unique insights. We aim to ensure an environment where every individual feels a strong sense of belonging and is fully engaged. We're eager to welcome applicants, regardless of background and/or lived experiences, recognising that our differences in perspectives enables us to carry out our mission to help improve healthcare delivery and outcomes. We look forward to receiving your application.

Contact

Please apply below with your CV or LinkedIn profile before 25th April 2026. We look forward hearing from you!