About Metagenics

Metagenics believes in helping people live happier, healthier lives by realizing their genetic potential. It’s why, when we defined Metagenics’ Mission, Values, and Vision, we started with our company’s own DNA. United by purpose and core values (Integrity, Authenticity, Respect, Diversity & Inclusion and Healthy & Happiness) the Metagenics’ team is dedicated to providing effective nutritional products and solutions, for healthcare professionals.

People Culture First

We believe the way we do business is as important as the business we do; that a company in the nourishment business should nourish its people, too. So, we incorporated healthy, sustainable care into every dimension of our culture. Our diverse and expansive team are a prime example of the power of a people-first approach. We know first-hand, when an organization prioritizes internal growth and fosters empathy, its people come together to set an example of what the world can become.

The Role

The Principal Recruiter role within our Global Talent Acquisition team is responsible for delivering on the most critical and complex hiring needs for Metagenics. Operating as a trusted advisor to leadership, this role will partner directly with business leaders to shape talent strategies, attract top-tier candidates, and build an exceptional workforce that fuels our Marketing growth.

This role will specifically focus on supporting marketing positions.  Ideal candidate will have experience working within direct-to-consumer (DTC) small to midsize disruptive companies, digital space a plus.  The Principal Recruiter will also be responsible for building and nurturing strong candidate pipelines, particularly within high-demand and competitive markets. 

Location: Remote in U.S. (Contract 1099 position) and job seekers who have supported New Jersey talent pools are preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Talent Partner

• Serve as a trusted advisor to Marketing business leaders, guiding hiring strategies for executive, marketing, and mission-critical roles.

• Anticipate organizational talent risks (e.g., attrition, skill gaps) and proactively design recruitment approaches aligned with business priorities.

• Full-Cycle Recruitment & Pipeline Building

• Own and execute end-to-end recruiting for senior marketing, digital, and niche roles that directly impact business growth.

• Proactively build and maintain strong candidate pipelines, ensuring a steady flow of high-quality talent in competitive spaces.

• Deliver an exceptional candidate and stakeholder experience throughout the hiring lifecycle.

• Hiring Practice Leadership

• Contribute to the design and implementation of best-in-class recruiting processes, ensuring consistency across the Global TA function.

• Introduce innovative sourcing and selection methodologies to strengthen hiring outcomes.

• Direct-to-Consumer & Disruptor Market Expertise

• Bring experience recruiting for small, disruptive companies and emerging consumer brands, with a focus on marketing and digital strategy positions.

• Understand the unique dynamics of scaling DTC and digitally-driven organizations, applying that expertise to hiring approaches.

• Employer Branding & Market Presence

• Champion Metagenics’s external employer brand within assigned client groups and competitive talent markets.

• Build strong external networks and serve as a “talent magnet” to attract top recruiting professionals and high-caliber candidates.

• Mentorship & Team Development

• Take an active role in mentoring TA colleagues, providing guidance, feedback, and coaching.

• Influence team composition decisions, including hiring, promotions, and performance management.

• Organizational Influence & Market Insights

• Act as a consultant to GTA leadership, offering thought leadership, labor market intelligence, and competitive insights.

• Contribute to enterprise-level projects that shape long-term talent acquisition strategies.

• Relationship Management

• Build trusted partnerships with People Business Partners and business leaders to deliver integrated workforce strategies.

• Represent Metagenics with integrity, professionalism, and alignment to company values.

Basic Requirements

• Experience: 8+ years of full-cycle recruitment experience, with proven success in marketing, digital, and executive hiring.

• Industry Focus: Background supporting direct-to-consumer businesses, disruptors, or small high-growth companies, ideally in health, wellness, or consumer-facing sectors.

• Pipeline Expertise: Demonstrated ability to proactively build and manage candidate pipelines for highly competitive talent pools.

• Business Acumen: Strong organizational savvy and ability to anticipate risks, adapt to change, and align hiring practices to business priorities.

• Brand & Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of employer branding, labor market dynamics, and talent acquisition best practices.

• Leadership & Mentorship: Experience coaching and developing recruiting teams; ability to shape team composition and culture.

• Collaboration: Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and alignment across diverse groups.

Learn more about how we help patient live happier and healthier lives here: https://www.metagenics.com/join-our-movement

Metagenics, and its companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion and other terms and conditions of employment. Metagenics takes affirmative action in support of this policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, disabled, and veterans.

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