Manan Sharma

Recruiter

Pune, Maharashtra, India12 yrs 11 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Architect of Global Innovation Hubs in India.
  • Expert in data-driven talent acquisition strategies.
  • Led recruitment for critical roles in top industries.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition and HR Analytics expert in the Tech and Energy sectors.

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Skills

Core Skills

It RecruitmentHr AnalyticsData VisualizationFull Life Cycle RecruitingAts ImplementationGlobal Talent AcquisitionExecutive SearchBusiness DevelopmentMarketing StrategyThermal Power Plant OperationsEngineering

Other Skills

Stakeholder ManagementMicrosoft Power BIData AnalyticsRisk & Compliance RecruitmentWorkforce PlanningPredictive Analyticsproject recruitmentHR MetricsProject ManagementOnboardingHR ReportingEnergy MarketsContract NegotiationControl RoomMaintenance Management

About

I don't just fill requisitions; I architect Global Innovation Hubs.The Indian GCC landscape is undergoing a massive metamorphosis—moving from a "Back-Office" support model to becoming the "Global Innovation Brain." My role is to sit at the intersection of this shift, leveraging data analytics to connect high-impact talent with the global brands that are redefining India's tech sovereignty.What I Do:As a Talent Acquisition & HR Analytics professional within the Global Capability Center (GCC) ecosystem, I specialize in:Strategic Talent Intelligence: Using data to map niche talent pockets across India's Tier-1 and Tier-2 cities.GCC Scale-Up: Helping global enterprises (BFSI, Tech, Retail, Pharma) transition their most critical "Middle-Office" and AI R&D mandates to India.Market Insights: Providing candidates and leaders with a "Researcher's Lens" on the 2026 hiring horizon, AI integration, and sectoral shifts. My Philosophy:In the 2026 market, "Outsourcing" is being cannibalized by "Ownership." I believe the strongest career bet for Indian professionals is to move from being a "billable resource" to a "Global Stakeholder." Let's Connect:Candidates: Follow me for data-backed insights on the Indian GCC market and how to future-proof your career for the AI era.Leaders: Let’s discuss location strategy, talent density, and the "Hostile Takeover" of global innovation in India."India isn't just the bench anymore; we are the brain." #GCC #TalentAcquisition #HRAnalytics #FutureOfWork #IndiaTech #Strategy #RecruitmentTrends

Experience

12 yrs 11 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 10 mos
Average Tenure
3 yrs 5 mos
Current Experience

Principal global services

Senior Associate - Talent Acquisition & Analytics

Dec 2022Present · 3 yrs 5 mos · Pune District, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • Strategic IT & Tech Hiring: Successfully recruited for over 100 critical roles, including specialized talent in Cloud (AWS, Azure), Data Engineering, Salesforce, and Java development, directly supporting the company's technology roadmap.
  • Risk & Compliance Recruitment: Partnered with business heads to build high-performing teams in AML, KYC, Risk Analytics, and Fraud Prevention, securing top talent to mitigate financial crime and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Data-Driven Recruitment: Developed and automated Power BI dashboards to track KPIs, leading to measurable improvements in recruitment velocity and significantly enhanced offer acceptance rates.
  • Leadership & Advisory: Serve as a primary analytics consultant to the CHRO and TA Head, providing data-driven insights on talent market trends and guiding strategic workforce planning.
IT RecruitmentHR AnalyticsStakeholder ManagementGlobal Talent AcquisitionMicrosoft Power BI

Air products

HR Data Specialist - Global Talent Analytics

Jan 2022Nov 2022 · 10 mos · Pune District, Maharashtra, India · Remote

  • Developed and automated HR analytics reports on attrition, employee engagement, and manpower planning using Power BI and SAP BW.
  • Designed and implemented Power BI dashboards to monitor hiring and attrition trends within the critical HR team.
  • Enabled data-driven workforce planning for Finance and Compliance functions by using predictive analytics to forecast critical skill availability.
HR AnalyticsMicrosoft Power BIData VisualizationWorkforce PlanningPredictive Analytics

Jakson group

Talent Acquisition Specialist & HR Analyst

Feb 2021Jan 2022 · 11 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · On-site

  • I managed both high-volume project-based recruitment and strategic corporate hiring for the EPC and Solar divisions. This role involved full-cycle recruiting, ATS implementation, and leveraging data to improve process efficiency.
  • Key Achievements & Responsibilities:
  • Led full-cycle recruitment for large-scale EPC projects, including the Mumbai Metro and various Railways and Construction projects.
  • Successfully implemented the Darwinbox ATS and integrated it with Power BI to create comprehensive dashboards for tracking TA metrics and recruiter KPIs.
  • Drove significant enhancements in recruiting process efficiency by developing and tracking HR metrics to improve retention and reduce costs.
Microsoft Power BIFull Life Cycle RecruitingATS implementationproject recruitmentHR Metrics

Rattanindia power limited

Talent Acquisition & HR

Dec 2017Feb 2021 · 3 yrs 2 mos · New Delhi Area, India · On-site

  • I was responsible for end-to-end talent acquisition for power plant operations, from executive-level professionals to blue-collar employees. I worked closely with C-suite executives to identify and attract strategic talent for senior leadership positions.
  • Key Achievements & Responsibilities:
  • Managed the entire recruitment lifecycle, including screening, interviewing, onboarding, and background verification for a diverse workforce.
  • Successfully recruited senior leadership positions for power plant management, partnering directly with C-suite executives.
  • Created and maintained TA dashboards to monitor key metrics and provide data-driven reports to senior HR Business Partners and the CHRO.
Global Talent AcquisitionExecutive SearchOnboardingHR ReportingFull Life Cycle Recruiting

Manikaran power limited

Business Development Manager

Sep 2016Dec 2017 · 1 yr 3 mos · New Delhi, Delhi, India · On-site

  • In this commercial role, I focused on revenue generation and market expansion in the power trading sector. This experience provided me with a deep understanding of the business and financial drivers of the energy industry, which has been invaluable in my subsequent HR roles.
  • Key Achievements & Responsibilities:
  • Increased company revenue by acquiring new Open Access clients in the commercial and industrial sectors.
  • Managed bidding for short-term power procurement tenders, ensuring competitive positioning and optimal contract terms.
  • Developed financial models to determine DISCOM and Open Access tariffs, directly supporting the company's pricing strategy.
Business DevelopmentMarketing StrategyEnergy MarketsContract Negotiation

Jindal power limited

Assistant Manager

Jul 2011Jun 2014 · 2 yrs 11 mos · New Delhi · On-site

  • My early career began in the heart of power plant operations, where I managed the control room and oversaw equipment management. This hands-on technical experience gave me a foundational understanding of the engineering and operational intricacies of the power sector, providing me with unique credibility when recruiting for technical roles later in my career.
Thermal Power Plant OperationsEngineeringControl RoomMaintenance Management

Bharat forge

Project Intern

Jan 2011Jun 2011 · 5 mos

Education

Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani

Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) — Mechanical Engineering ( Design)

Jan 2009Jan 2011

O. P. Jindal Global University

Master of Business Administration - MBA — Marketing

Jan 2014Jan 2016

Little Flowers Senior Secondary School Delhi

Accredian

Cretificate in Data Science Foundations

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