Sourcing Manager, Product (Marketing & Design)

Posted on: 
January 31, 2025

Airbnb - Sourcing Manager

Airbnb was born in 2007 when two Hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 4 million Hosts who have welcomed more than 1 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, Hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.

The Community You Will Join

The Product Recruiting organization at Airbnb partners closely with Creative, Marketing, & Design leaders to hire the best talent in a generation. Our team is data-driven, adaptable, and innovative in our approach. We are committed to efficiency and upholding the highest standards of excellence, while fostering diversity and belonging.

The Difference You Will Make

As a Sourcing Manager at Airbnb, you will play a critical role in identifying and engaging top talent for our organization. You will be responsible for developing and executing innovative sourcing strategies to build a robust pipeline of candidates for various roles across the company. This position requires a deep understanding of the talent market, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with both candidates and internal stakeholders.

A Typical Day

  • Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract high-quality candidates for a variety of roles.
  • Utilize a range of sourcing techniques, social media, networking, and employee referrals.
  • Build and maintain a strong pipeline of passive candidates for current and future hiring needs.
  • Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to understand role requirements and develop targeted sourcing plans.
  • Conduct initial candidate assessments and present qualified candidates to recruiters and hiring managers.
  • Track and analyze sourcing metrics to measure the effectiveness of sourcing strategies and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in talent sourcing and recruitment.
  • Manage and lead a team of sourcers, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to ensure team success.
  • Set performance goals for the team and monitor progress, providing regular feedback and conducting performance reviews.
  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, promoting Airbnb's mission and values.

Your Expertise

  • 8+ years of experience in talent sourcing or recruiting, with a proven track record of success in identifying and engaging top talent.
  • Strong knowledge of sourcing techniques and tools, including LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and other sourcing platforms.
  • Strong knowledge and experience sourcing in disciplines such as Design, Marketing, or Creative.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Experience with applicant tracking systems Greenhouse (ATS) and/or GEM is a big plus.
  • Passion for Airbnb's mission and values, with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the hiring process.
  • Previous experience managing a team, with strong leadership and mentorship skills.
  • Authentic interest and passion for innovation and technology.

Your Location

This position is US - Remote Eligible. The role may include occasional work at an Airbnb office or attendance at offsites, as agreed to with your manager. While the position is Remote Eligible, you must live in a state where Airbnb, Inc. has a registered entity.

Click here for the up-to-date list of excluded states. This list is continuously evolving, so please check back with us if the state you live in is on the exclusion list. If your position is employed by another Airbnb entity, your recruiter will inform you what states you are eligible to work from.

Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging

Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

We strive to also provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please contact us at: reasonableaccommodations@airbnb.com. Please include your full name, the role you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process.

We ask that you only reach out to us if you are a candidate whose disability prevents you from being able to complete our online application.

How We'll Take Care of You

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits.

Pay Range

$136,000 - $168,000 USD

Offices: United States

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