HR Systems Analyst

At Blain’s Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career & enjoy a positive balance.

As a family-owned retailer we take pride in offering a competitive benefit package designed to support you & your life. It is one of the reasons we have been named a Forbes Best Employer for seven consecutive years !

• Associates hired into a full-time role will become eligible for the following benefits effective their 91 st day of full-time employment: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Ancillary Benefits, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Etc.
• All major Holidays & Birthday off
• Advanced Leadership Training Programs: build the skills to grow your career
• Associate discount on name brands like Carhartt, Under Armour, STIHL, Milwaukee Tool, DeWalt & much more!
• Internal recognition programs that support an engaged workplace
• 401(K) with company match

• Base pay starting between $66,200 - $73,600/ yr

The pay listed for this position may vary based on experience. Please note, compensation decisions are contingent on the facts and conditions for each job opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Please note salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Blain’s Farm & Fleet position description for accurate pay range information.

Responsible for the strategy, optimization, and day-to-day management of our Talent Acquisition technology ecosystem, anchored by iCims. This role ensures seamless candidate and recruiter experiences by integrating and managing systems including applicant tracking, background screening, relocation services, and related vendor platforms. Partners across HR, IT, and Talent Acquisition to drive efficiency, data integrity, compliance, and scalable hiring operations that support business growth.

Essential (Primary) Functions:

• Talent Technology Strategy & Ownership: Own and optimize the end-to-end talent tech stack, with primary accountability for iCIMS Talent Cloud. Define and execute roadmap for system enhancements, integrations, and automation. Evaluate and implement new tools to improve recruiting effectiveness, candidate experience, and new hire onboarding experience.
• ATS Administration & Optimization : Lead configuration, workflows, templates, and user permissions within iCIMS. Drive continuous improvement of recruiter and hiring manager experience while supporting employer branding. Ensure data accuracy, data security, data privacy, reporting integrity, and system governance. Provide end-user support of iCims system.
• Vendor & Program Management: Manage key vendor relationships, including Background check and Drug Testing providers, Relocation partners, Oversee vendor SLAs, performance metrics, and cost management, Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements (FCRA, EEOC, etc.). Administer Referral Bonus program.
• Process Excellence & Operations: Design and standardize hiring workflows across the enterprise. Identify and implement automation opportunities to reduce manual effort and cycle time. Partners with TA leaders to improve time-to-fill, quality of hire, and candidate satisfaction. Prepares training materials, guides, and documentation .
• Data, Reporting & Insights: Develop dashboards and reporting to provide actionable hiring insights . Leverage data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Support workforce planning and talent strategy through analytics.
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner with HRIS, IT, Legal, and Compliance teams on system integrations and governance. Support change management and training for recruiters and hiring managers. Act as the primary escalation point for system and vendor-related issues.
• Associated Functions: Project management, back-up task support for TR team members, perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field required.
• At least three years of experience with HR business systems highly preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition Operations, HR Technology, or similar
• Deep expertise with iCIMS Talent Cloud (configuration, reporting, integrations)
• Experience in high-volume or retail hiring environments
• Knowledge of employment compliance regulations (FCRA, OFCCP, EEOC)

Blain Supply, Inc and Blain’s Farm and Fleet (collectively “Blain’s”) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity and creating an inclusive culture in order to leverage the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. Blain’s does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any applicable legally protected status. Our goal is to continue to be recognized as an employer of choice and we have received Forbes Best Mid-Sized company to work for an unprecedented 7 years in a row.