Senior Commercial Talent Acquisition Partner

At Fortive, we empower creativity and bold thinking to unlock breakthrough solutions and accelerate innovation. We are deeply committed to building diverse, high-performing teams – believing that inclusivity drives stronger outcomes for our customers and a competitive advantage in the markets we serve. Role Overview We are seeking a strategic, results-driven Senior Commercial Talent Acquisition Partner to lead full-cycle recruiting across key commercial functions, including Sales, Customer Support, Marketing, and Business Development. This individual will bring deep expertise in commercial talent markets, a strong track record of delivering top-tier hires, and the ability to influence stakeholders through data, insight, and partnership. This role requires a balance of strategy and execution – combining advanced sourcing, consultative business partnership, and a best-in-class candidate experience. Key Responsibilities Strategic Talent Leadership * Define and execute talent acquisition strategies aligned to business priorities and commercial growth objectives * Serve as a trusted advisor to hiring leaders on talent market trends, workforce planning, and hiring strategy Advanced Sourcing & Talent Attraction * Develop and deploy innovative, multi-channel sourcing strategies to attract high-caliber, diverse talent * Proactively engage passive candidates and build long-term pipelines for critical roles Candidate Assessment & Experience * Lead structured screening and interview processes to assess capabilities, competencies, and cultural alignment * Deliver a high-touch, transparent candidate experience that reflects Fortive’s values Stakeholder Partnership * Partner closely with hiring managers and HR to deeply understand role requirements, team dynamics, and success profiles * Establish clear expectations, drive alignment, and lead regular intake and calibration discussions Talent Pipelining & Workforce Planning * Build and maintain strategic talent pipelines aligned to future hiring needs and market conditions * Anticipate talent gaps and proactively develop solutions Employer Brand & Market Positioning * Champion Fortive’s employer value proposition through innovative branding and outreach strategies * Partner on initiatives that elevate awareness and engagement across target talent segments Data & Insights-Driven Recruiting * Leverage recruiting data and market intelligence to optimize sourcing strategies and improve outcomes * Track key performance metrics and provide actionable insights to stakeholders Executive-Level Advisory * Advise senior leaders on talent supply/demand, compensation trends, and competitive benchmarking * Influence hiring decisions through data, storytelling, and market expertise Onboarding & Retention Partnership * Partner with HR to ensure smooth candidate transitions and support initiatives that improve retention and engagement Basic Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Talent Acquisition, HR, or a related field within a global organization * Significant experience (7+ years) recruiting for senior-level commercial roles (Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Business Development) * Proven ability to independently lead complex, high-impact hiring initiatives * Expertise in modern sourcing techniques, including LinkedIn Recruiter, AI-enabled tools, and talent market mapping * Strong analytical capabilities with experience using data to inform recruiting strategies * Demonstrated ability to influence and build trust with senior stakeholders * Excellent written and verbal communication skills across diverse geographies and cultures * Thrives in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities and embraces ambiguity Preferred Qualifications * Collaboration & Influence: Strong ability to partner across business units, functions, and leadership levels to deliver results * Operational Excellence: Experience operating within structured...