Pune Division, Maharashtra, India
Manager – Talent Acquisition | Technical Hiring & Vendor Management Results-driven Talent Acquisition leader with 11+ years of experience building and scaling high-performing technical teams across Engineering, Data, Analytics, Product, Cloud, and AI/ML domains. Known for aligning hiring strategy with business goals, driving vendor governance, and delivering predictable hiring outcomes in fast-paced environments. I partner closely with business leaders and HR leadership to translate workforce plans into actionable hiring roadmaps, ensuring the right talent is hired at the right time. Key highlights of my role include: Leading end-to-end technical hiring strategy for mid to senior-level roles, including niche and leadership positions. Managing and mentoring a team of recruiters, setting clear performance metrics, quality benchmarks, and delivery expectations. Owning vendor management and governance, including onboarding, SLA definition, performance reviews, negotiations, and cost optimization. Driving data-backed recruitment decisions using KPIs such as time-to-hire, offer-to-join ratio, source effectiveness, and vendor productivity. Partnering with stakeholders on workforce planning, capacity forecasting, and hiring prioritization across multiple business units. Leading diversity hiring initiatives, referral programs, and employer branding efforts to strengthen talent pipelines and candidate experience. Optimizing ATS and recruitment processes to improve efficiency, transparency, and reporting accuracy. Ensuring strong candidate engagement and post-offer management, improving joining ratios and long-term retention. I bring a balanced approach that blends strategic thinking, operational excellence, and people leadership, with a strong focus on quality hiring and sustainable growth.
Strategic Planning and Leadership Team Management and Development Stakeholder Collaboration Talent Sourcing and Employer Branding Process Optimization and Compliance Data Analysis and Reporting Budget Management
Team Support and Coordination: Assist the Team Lead in organizing and coordinating the team's daily activities. Help allocate tasks, set priorities, and ensure the team stays on track to meet deadlines and objectives. Performance Management: Collaborate with the Team Lead to monitor and assess team members' performance. Provide constructive feedback, coaching, and support to help team members reach their goals and improve their skills. Assist the Team Lead in resolving conflicts, addressing challenges, and finding solutions to operational issues. Act as a mediator and provide guidance to help the team work together cohesively. Quality Assurance: Monitor the quality of the team's work and ensure it aligns with the organization's standards and expectations. Implement quality assurance processes and conduct periodic reviews to identify areas for improvement. Metrics and Reporting: Help gather and analyze performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the team's progress and success. Prepare reports for the Team Lead or Manager to aid in decision-making.