UCB, a global biopharmaceutical company specializing in groundbreaking treatments for auto-immune, neurological, and rare diseases (with locations in Braine-L’Alleud and Anderlecht, is partnering with Randstad Sourceright to find a Strategic Sourcer (Sourcing Recruiter).
Randstad Sourceright is a global talent leader, providing solutions and expertise that help companies position for growth, execute on strategy, and improve business agility. Sourceright's experience encompasses all facets of the talent acquisition of permanent employees and the contingent and contractor workforce. Key offerings include Managed Services Provider (MSP) programs, Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) and Blended Workforce Solutions.
We are looking for a Strategic Sourcer (Sourcing Recruiter) to help drive a major transformation in talent acquisition for our Client’s most critical projects. Your mission will be to accelerate Time-to-Fill by combining deep expertise in sourcing with strong strategic capabilities.In this role, you will focus on expert talent sourcing, deliver valuable market and talent intelligence, and play a key part in designing and improving recruitment strategies. You will work closely with Hiring Managers and Recruiters to continuously enhance processes and outcomes. The position also involves leading strategic initiatives, ensuring effective communication within the team, and managing relationships with internal teams and Client stakeholders
The role requires one day a week onsite in Braine-L’Alleud and one day in Anderlecht, with the rest of the work done remotely.
What you will do:
As part of our team, this role goes beyond sourcing. You will support high-visibility roles for key Client projects while helping shape smarter, faster, and more strategic recruitment approaches.
Strategic Sourcing & Expertise
- Manage complex roles across quality, production, research, and development.
- Identify and engage talent within the Belgian biotech manufacturing landscape and relevant global markets.
- Provide valuable market and competitor insights to guide recruitment decisions.
- Operate as an autonomous sourcing expert, defining your own strategies and advising teams with confidence.
- Start proactive sourcing immediately and share clear market intelligence.
Strategic Projects & Continuous Improvement
- Use Talent Intelligence with Hiring Managers to build tailored recruitment strategies.
- Support internal talent mapping with Talent Advisors.
- Collaborate with Employer Branding to create targeted messaging for critical skill sets.
- Help develop long-term talent pipelines through partnerships and by exploring new technologies and automation.
- Contribute to improvement initiatives to speed up hiring, enhance candidate experience, and modernize recruitment processes.
What you need to bring:
- Proven experience in advanced sourcing, with several years operating as a true strategic “hunter” in technical or scientific environments.
- Ability to navigate seamlessly across multiple business units and adapt to shifting priorities with ease.
- Demonstrated mastery of sourcing techniques, tools, and methodologies, with a strong ability to identify, target, and engage niche or hard-to-reach talent.
- Operates as an autonomous expert and trusted advisor, providing guidance to Hiring Managers and Recruiters and influencing decisions with confidence.
- Fluent in both English and French, capable of engaging stakeholders and candidates at all seniority levels.
- Exceptional agility, stakeholder management, and communication skills, with a consultative and solutions-oriented approach.
- Strong relationship-building skills, including the ability to collaborate on-site with managers to refine needs, review profiles, and co-develop sourcing strategies.
- Strong analytical abilities, able to transform complex data and market signals into clear insights and actionable recommendations for business leaders.
What we offer:
- Extensive on-the-job training, supplemented by internal training at the in-house Randstad University and Randstad Business School and long-term development opportunities within the Randstad Group
- Attractive basic salary with an annual bonus plan
- Regular flexible working from home, competitive benefits including an employer-sponsored retirement plan, the opportunity to participate in the stock purchase plan for internal employees and many more
- An inspiring working environment in which you, together with your team and colleagues, will make a difference for our client
- Opportunity to work with a world-class recruitment business with leading technology, tools and innovation which allow our teams to focus on the human side of recruitment and provide a first-class experience to our candidates.
In case you are interested in applying or if you have any questions, please turn to our internal Talent Acquisition Partner, Madani Toure at madani.toure@randstadsourceright.pl
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