Military Relations Program Manager

Job Description

Role at a Glance
In this role, you'll serve as both a trusted recruiting partner and the architect of AutoZone's military hiring initiatives.

You'll manage full-cylce requisitions end-to-end, guide hiring managers through best-in-class recruiting practices, and use data to continuously improve our talent acquisition processes.

At the same time, you'll shape and execute our military recruiting roadmap-strengthening partnerships, optimizing pipelines, and representing AutoZone at military events nationwide.

If you're energized by building programs, cultivating relationships, and making a meaningful impact on candidates' career journeys, this role offers the perfect blend of strategy and hands-on execution.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Recruiting Effectiveness
Manage full-cycle recruiting for assigned roles, ensuring a seamless and efficient candidate experience.

Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and provide expert guidance on recruiting best practices.

Consult with business leaders to identify talent needs and develop sourcing strategies that attract diverse candidates.

Leverage ATS platforms and sourcing tools (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.) at an advanced level; follow established processes while recommending improvements.

Analyze recruiting data to identify trends, measure strategy effectiveness-including military programs-and deliver actionable insights.

Military Program Management
Build and execute the enterprise-wide military recruiting strategy, including success metrics and business-specific plans.

Strengthen and expand partnerships with organizations such as Hiring Our Heroes and SkillBridge to increase awareness and drive military applicant flow.

Oversee and optimize the military talent pipeline for Store Support Center, Distribution Centers, and Field roles.

Train and mentor recruiters, HR partners, and hiring managers on best practices for engaging and hiring military talent.

Develop strong relationships with AutoZone's business resource groups to support military hiring initiatives.

Events
Create and manage an annual calendar of military base recruiting events, overseeing all logistics and execution.

Attend events and engage directly with military candidates, providing insight into career paths across AutoZone.

Communication & Branding
Develop and update digital, print, and presentation materials to attract military talent.

Enhance AutoZone's employer brand within the military community through targeted marketing and communication strategies.

Create and distribute toolkits and job aids to support hiring managers and recruiters in identifying and engaging military talent.

Qualifications

What We Are Looking For


* 5+ years of experience in recruiting, sourcing, human resources, or military service.


* 1+ years of experience managing or leading military recruiting programs.


* Strong understanding of military talent and the ability to translate military experienc...