Candidate Experience Coordinator,… at General Mills · Minneapol…

Candidate Experience Coordinator, Campus Recruiting

Location: Minneapolis, MN · On-Site

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.​




OVERVIEW

Do you enjoy working with students and early-career professionals? As a Campus Candidate Experience Coordinator on the General Mills Talent Acquisition team, you will support day-to-day campus recruiting and hiring activities. You will serve as a primary point of contact for candidates throughout the interview, travel, assessment, offer, and onboarding processes, with a particular focus on the summer internship program.

In this role, you will build relationships with assigned business functions, HR Business Partners, interviewers, Campus Leads, external candidates, and Talent Acquisition colleagues. You will help deliver a thoughtful, efficient, and engaging candidate experience while staying current on trends and innovative recruiting practices.

General Mills has been recognized as a three-time winner of the Handshake Early Talent Awards.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage recruiting administration for assigned business functions, including candidate communications, interview scheduling, and pre-employment contingency processes.
• Coordinate interview-day logistics, support calibration meetings, and create an exceptional candidate experience through timely communications, touchpoints, and virtual and in-person networking.
• Administer candidate assessments in virtual and in-person settings.
• Track and report critical candidate workflow information accurately using Workday Recruiting, web-based applicant tracking tools, and other company-supported software.
• Build trust with candidates and internal stakeholders by responding promptly and providing accurate information.
• Develop partnerships across the organization, including with business partners, facilities, meeting services, HR Direct, relocation, functional senior leaders, and hiring managers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with corporate functions, plants, and business centers nationwide.
• Lead planning committees that support summer internship programming.
• Partner with recruiters to support functional interns throughout the recruiting and internship lifecycle.
• Execute virtual and in-person internship events in partnership with the Intern Program Specialist.
• Serve as a talent brand ambassador internally and externally.
• Initiate Workday requisitions and coordinate hiring activities for full-time and intern candidates.
• Manage onboarding and hiring tasks for full-time and intern hires.
• Complete projects and additional administrative responsibilities identified by the recruiter or manager.
• Co-host on-site candidate immersion days.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of administrative experience in a high-volume, fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across all organizational levels, including with executives, students, candidates, customers, suppliers, and General Mills management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to build relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Data-driven approach with experience in analysis and reporting.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills, with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail while meeting tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively manage multiple detailed tasks, including in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Desire to continuously improve the way we hire and stay informed about recruiting practices and industry trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high degree of tact and diplomacy.
• High level of integrity, sound judgment, and discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information.
• Flexibility and adaptability when priorities, roles, or business needs change.
• Strong technical skills and proficiency with Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams, as well as HCM and recruiting applications. Willingness to learn and master additional software programs as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or bachelor's degree.
• Experience in recruiting, hiring, or talent acquisition.
• Event planning experience.
• Customer service experience.
• Experience with Workday, CRM platforms, or other recruiting-specific software.

LOCATION & TRAVEL

• This role is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
• Must be available for occasional overtime and travel of up to 10%.

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for a U.S. work visa.
• Relocation support will not be offered.
• International relocation and remote-work arrangements from outside the United States will not be considered.




SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this position is:

$51,300 - $70,700 Annual



At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. ​

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Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.




ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.




EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)​

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.




REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodation request form by following this link: Accommodation Request.