About Us

How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 179 years?!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

Location/Region: Ideal applicant would be located Onsite- Toronto. We are also open to someone located in Texas, Tennessee, or New York.

What’s the role?

As a Sales Recruiter, you get to work with an astonishing team that plays a vital role in Carl Zeiss Inc. Show case your skills and experience by being responsible for full‑cycle recruiting for sales roles across ZEISS North America, including Sales Representatives, Account Managers, Business Development professionals, and sales support positions. This role focuses on partnering with sales and commercial leaders, understanding their talent needs, and delivering high‑quality hires that support revenue growth and customer impact.

The ideal candidate brings strong experience recruiting for sales roles, combines solid sourcing skills with business acumen, and is comfortable consulting with hiring managers, managing multiple requisitions, and providing an excellent candidate and hiring manager experience.

Sound Interesting?

Here’s What You’ll Do

Business Partnership Partner with sales, commercial, and customer‑facing leaders across North America to understand role requirements and team needs. Develop a clear understanding of sales territories, structures, and performance expectations to inform hiring profiles. Provide guidance to hiring managers on job descriptions, candidate profiles, and selection criteria for Sales Reps, Account Managers, Business Development, and sales support roles. Stakeholder Management & Consulting Build effective working relationships with hiring managers and HR partners. Manage expectations around timelines, candidate availability, and market conditions. Coach hiring managers on interviewing, candidate assessment, and hiring best practices. Communicate clearly and proactively on requisition status, candidate pipelines, and process next steps. Full Lifecycle Recruiting Manage end‑to‑end recruiting for sales and sales support positions (sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer, and onboarding handoff). Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract top sales talent (job boards, social media, professional networks, referrals, etc.). Build and maintain talent pipelines for high‑volume and critical sales roles. Conduct thorough candidate assessments focused on sales skills, competencies, track record, and cultural fit. Ensure a strong candidate experience from initial contact through offer acceptance. Talent Market Insight Stay current on labor market trends affecting sales roles, including compensation, demand, and competitor activity. Share market insights with hiring managers to support realistic hiring plans and competitive offers. Use recruiting metrics to monitor pipeline health, time‑to‑fill, and quality of hire, and recommend improvements where needed. Process & Compliance Follow established recruiting processes, documentation standards, and compliance requirements. Use Workday Recruiting (or other ATS) to manage requisitions, candidates, and reporting. Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve efficiency, in collaboration with Recruiting Operations and HR. Talent Attraction & Employer Branding Represent ZEISS in a professional manner at recruiting events, virtual career fairs, and networking activities. Support employer branding and talent attraction initiatives targeted at sales professionals. Leverage social recruiting and direct outreach to expand ZEISS’s visibility within the sales talent market. Additional Responsibilities Participate in diversity outreach and special recruiting initiatives. Support interview training or onboarding projects as needed. Working Relationships Reports to the Head of Recruiting as an individual contributor. Interfaces with HR leadership, HR Business Partners, hiring managers, employees, candidates, and external recruitment agencies. Do you qualify?

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. 5 years of full‑cycle recruiting experience, with a strong focus on sales roles (Sales Representatives, Account Managers, Business Development, and sales support). Demonstrated success filling quota‑carrying and customer‑facing positions. Experience partnering with hiring managers and providing consultative support. Strong sourcing skills, including direct outreach and social recruiting. Excellent communication, relationship management, and organizational skills. Experience working with ATS platforms, preferably Workday Recruiting.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Sales Recruiting in the US and in Canada Experience recruiting in medical technology, manufacturing, industrial technology, life sciences, or other technical B2B environments. Experience supporting multi‑site or matrixed organizations across North America. Familiarity with basic recruiting metrics and use of data to inform decisions.

Working Environment

Primarily remote environment. Some travel may be required for interviews, meetings, or career events.

The annual pay range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000 and eligible for a performance bonus.

The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location, scope of role, qualifications, education, experience, & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.

We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!

Medical Vision Dental 401k Matching Employee Assistance Programs Vacation and sick pay The list goes on!

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties, or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to interpret, amend, or otherwise modify, in whole or in part, any job description at any time, at its sole discretion.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team

Lindsay Walker Goodman

As part of our recruitment process, we currently do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assess applications or make hiring decisions. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Accommodation

ZEISS is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices. Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.