talent acquisition partner lead

Job Description

DESCRIPTION Career Area:

Human Resources

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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Talent Acquisition Partner Build the Team That Builds a Better World (Batam, Indonesia)

At Caterpillar, we dont just talk about progresswe make it happen. As a Talent Acquisition Partner at our Batam facility, youll be at the heart of shaping the workforce that powers our global success. This isnt just a recruiting roleits a strategic opportunity to influence how we attract, engage, and retain top talent in one of our most dynamic manufacturing hubs, Batam.

As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you will help build the team that builds a better world. In this strategic role, youll lead the full hiring cyclefrom sourcing and interviewing to offer management and onboardingwhile partnering with hiring managers to shape recruitment strategies that align with business goals.

Located on the vibrant island of Batam, our facility is a world-class manufacturing hub producing hydraulic mining shovels. Whether you're based in Batam or considering relocation, this is your opportunity to join a high-impact team in a facility known for its innovation, global reach, and award-winning safety and environmental standards.

Additional Info:

• Work Location: Batam, Kepulauan Riau
• This position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.
• Travel Requirement: No
• You will work in an office environment.
• Domestic relocation is available for this position.

What You Will Do:

• Counseling hiring managers regarding recruiting strategies and practices that support the goals and direction of the organization; leveraging data to drive decision-making.
• Recruiting, interviewing, checking references, making offers, and communicating orientation and start date plans for new employees.
• Utilizing the applicant tracking system (ATS), Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) tools and industry leading sourcing technologies to deliver the most qualified candidates for current roles and building strong candidate pipelines for future roles.
• Developing plans for sourcing appropriate and diverse candidates, conducting the interview process, and extending offers to selected candidates while maintaining a low cost per hire.

What Skills You Have:

• Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers.
• Customer/Market Focus: Understanding of the importance of remaining aware of shifting market priorities and ability to respond to internal and external customer needs in a manner that consistently adds value.
• Recruitment Channel Management: Knowledge of the benefit, selection, implementation, and operation of various recruitment channels (e.g., computer databases, Internet recruiting resources, cold calls, media, recruiting firms, and employee referrals); ability to use appropriate channels to achieve objectives of organizational talent strategy.
• Candidate Screening: Knowledge of techniques, methods, and processes of candidate screening; ability to preselect suitable candidates for first and further interviews within the organization.
• Candidate Sourcing: Knowledge of techniques, methods, and channels of candidate sourcing; ability to attract and qualify candidates for immediate job vacancies or as potential long-term job candidates.
• Staffing and Recruiting: Knowledge of standards, processes, techniques, and methods used in staffing and recruiting; ability to identify, select, retain, and relocate qualified personnel, both internally and externally, for a wide range of positions.

What Will Set You Apart:

• 4 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English.
• Proven ability to manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to advise on hiring managers and influence decisions.
• Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) like Workday, Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) tools, and sourcing platforms.
• Analytical mindset with experience using data to drive recruitment strategies and improve hiring outcomes.
• Passion for building diverse, inclusive, and high-performing teams.
• Willingness to relocate to Batam or travel as needed to support hiring initiatives at the facility.

What You Will Get

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus. Additional benefits include paid annual leave, flexi leave, medical, and insurance (prorated based upon hire date).

Final Details

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply using an English version of your CV. We look forward to meeting you

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, weve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Relocation is available for this position.

Posting Dates:

October 9, October 20, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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Locations - BATAM, KEPULAUAN RIAU, INDONESIA

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