Nov 2009 – Present · 16 yrs 4 mos · Kochi, Kerala, India · On-site

• Strategic Leadership & Transformation: Developed and executed a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy, transforming the recruitment process from a distributed to a centralized model. This restructuring enhanced efficiency, control, and standardization, resulting in significant cost reductions and a 65% reduction in hiring time for sales personnel (from 45 days to 34 days).
• Digital HR Innovation: Led the company-wide implementation of an Applicant Tracking System (ATS), spearheading HR digitization from recruitment to employee exit. This initiative streamlined the hiring process, improved data management, and facilitated better decision-making through advanced analytics.
• Campus Hiring Excellence: Established strong relationships with premier B-Schools, driving campus engagement initiatives that enhanced V-Guard’s brand presence. Developed and deployed the company's campus program strategy, including the hiring, onboarding, and development of Management Trainee and Graduate Engineer Trainee programs, significantly improving the quality and readiness of new hires.
• Cost Efficiency: Achieved substantial cost savings of ₹4 crores over five years by filling leadership positions internally, reducing dependency on external vendors.
• Employer Branding & EVP: Strengthened the employer value proposition through innovative social media campaigns and employer branding strategies, attracting top talent and improving the company’s reputation as a preferred employer.
• Team Mentorship & Development: Mentored an 8-member core team and larger execution teams, driving talent acquisition deliverables and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• High-Volume Hiring Success: Successfully hired close to 1600 employees across various levels, from Executive to President, ensuring the organization’s talent needs were consistently met with high-quality candidates.