Talent Acquisition Senior Sourcer (m/f/d), fixed-term

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Job Title: Talent Acquisition Senior Sourcer (m/f/d), fixed-term

Job Requisition ID: 2285

Posting Start Date: 10/5/26

At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.

The Position

Leads sourcing strategy for complex, niche, and hard-to-fill roles by developing targeted approaches informed by deep market expertise, talent availability, and competitive insights.

Partners with recruiters and hiring managers to influence sourcing direction and improve access to priority talent segments.

Acts as a subject matter expert on sourcing methods, talent markets, and engagement strategies, and provides recommendations to improve sourcing effectiveness for assigned roles.

Scope of role spans a defined region and may expand to additional regions or business units based on evolving workforce needs and organizational priorities.

Location: Munich (hybrid); contract: fixed-term (2 years)

Roles and Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing Partnership

Independently lead sourcing strategy for critical, niche, and hard-to-fill roles across priority business functions

Partner closely with recruiters, senior hiring managers, and business leaders to align sourcing strategy with workforce needs

Build proactive talent pipelines for high-priority roles and strategic talent segments

Source and engage candidates through direct outreach, professional networks, academic institutions, and external talent communities

Maintain ongoing communication with potential candidates to keep talent pools current for future opportunities

Participate in recruiting events, conferences, and networking activities to expand pipelines and build market awareness

Support employer branding and proactive talent engagement initiatives across target talent communities

Market Intelligence and Talent Advisory

Provide talent market intelligence, competitor insights, and talent mapping to influence hiring decisions

Advise recruiters and hiring managers on candidate availability, sourcing strategy, and talent market trends

Recommend sourcing channel optimization and pipeline strategies based on market conditions

Sourcing Operations and Process Improvement

Review job postings across internal job boards and career sourcing platforms to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with current hiring needs

Conduct initial phone screens for assigned roles to assess baseline qualifications and candidate interest

Track outreach activity and candidate responses, including response rate and follow-up status, to provide sourcing and pipeline updates

Identify and implement opportunities to improve sourcing processes, tools, and effectiveness

Ensure strong compliance with sourcing standards, data quality, and inclusive hiring practices

Contribute sourcing insights and hands-on support during recruitment strategy discussions and short-term Talent Acquisition projects

Mentor Associate Sourcers and Sourcers by sharing best practices and coaching sourcing capability development

Qualifications

Apprenticeship or Bachelors Degree required

4 or more years of experience in Talent Acquisition ideally within the pharma, biotech or life sciences sectors or alternative relevant experience required

2 or more years of experience in:

Developing and managing talent pipelines for defined roles or skill areas within a Talent Acquisition or sourcing function

Demonstrated ability to influence recruiters and hiring partners through sourcing insights, market data, and practical recommendations

Solid business acumen, with the ability to understand role requirements, workforce priorities, and how sourcing efforts support hiring outcomes

Applying strategic thinking to sourcing activities, including selecting channels and approaches based on role needs and talent availability

Performance-driven mindset, with experience measuring sourcing effectiveness and adjusting approaches to improve pipeline outcomes

Ability to contribute ideas and test new sourcing approaches or tools to support continuous improvement within the sourcing function

Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work independently with sound judgment, taking initiative while knowing when to escalate issues appropriately

Proven problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt quickly and communicate effective solutions

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on clarity, professionalism, and responsiveness

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive candidate information with discretion and professionalism

Fluent in English and Portuguese required

Business fluent German preferred

Why work with us?

Working at Daiichi Sankyo is more than just a job – it is your chance to make a difference and change patients’ lives for the better. We can only achieve this ambitious goal together. That is why we foster a culture of mutual respect and continuous learning, with a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity. Here, you will have the opportunity to grow, think boldly, and contribute your ideas. If you have a proactive mindset and passion for addressing the needs of patients, we eagerly await your application.

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