Laurent Longin

Global Vice President, Talent Acquisition

Professional Overview

Laurent Longin is an accomplished global talent acquisition executive with over 20 years of experience leading talent strategy and operations for multinational organizations. As the Global Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Circana, he is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive talent acquisition programs to support the company's growth and workforce needs across diverse industries.

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the Global Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Circana, Laurent oversees all aspects of the company's talent acquisition function, including strategic workforce planning, recruitment process optimization, talent pipelining, and employer branding. He has been instrumental in establishing Circana as an employer of choice, driving innovative talent acquisition initiatives that have significantly improved the company's ability to attract, engage, and retain top talent globally.

Career Progression

Prior to joining Circana, Laurent held progressive talent acquisition and HR leadership roles at Duke Energy Corporation, Ally, and Belk, where he consistently delivered measurable improvements in hiring efficiency, quality of hire, and employee engagement. As the Global Head of Talent Acquisition & Onboarding at Ally, he led the design and implementation of a comprehensive talent acquisition transformation program that reduced time-to-hire by 30% and increased employee retention by 15%.

Earlier in his career, Laurent gained extensive experience in executive search and talent consulting, serving as a Senior Associate at Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. and an Executive Search and Assessment Consultant at the firm. This background has equipped him with a deep understanding of talent trends, assessment methodologies, and best practices in talent acquisition.

Academic Background

Laurent holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and a thought leader in the talent acquisition and human resources fields.

Areas of Expertise

• Global talent acquisition strategy and operations

• Workforce planning and talent pipelining

• Recruitment process optimization and employer branding

• Talent assessment and leadership development

• Change management and organizational transformation

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

Professional Impact

During his tenure at Duke Energy Corporation, Laurent led the development and implementation of a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy that resulted in a 25% increase in the diversity of the company's workforce and a 20% reduction in time-to-hire. At Ally, his talent acquisition transformation program was recognized as a best-in-class model, contributing to the company's recognition as a top employer in the financial services industry.

Conclusion

With his extensive expertise in global talent acquisition, strategic workforce planning, and organizational transformation, Laurent Longin is a recognized leader in the human resources field. In his current role at Circana, he is poised to drive continued success and innovation, positioning the company as a premier destination for top talent.