Jul 2019 – Mar 2022 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · On-site

• I played a pivotal role in establishing PepsiCo's Talent Acquisition function across a vast region, encompassing APAC, EMEA, NZ and the US. This greenfield initiative involved a comprehensive approach:
• Defined and implemented the Talent Acquisition strategy for these key markets, ensuring alignment with PepsiCo's overall business goals.
• Assembled a high-performing Talent Acquisition team from the ground up, recruiting and onboarding top talent to support PepsiCo's growth ambitions.
• Process Optimization: Established and streamlined the entire hiring process, fostering efficiency and effectiveness in attracting and acquiring top talent.

Nov 2018 – Jul 2019 · 8 mos

• As part of Talent Acquisition at Vodafone Shared Services India, a rapidly growing organization of 11,000+ employees across delivery centers in Pune, Ahmedabad, and Bangalore. We provide a comprehensive suite of services, including Technology, Customer Operations, Finance, HR, and Analytics.
• My key contributions include:
• Strategic Resourcing: Developed and implemented a scalable resourcing roadmap, optimizing processes, building team capabilities, and delivering best-in-class services to Vodafone Group companies.
• Operational Excellence: Maintained high-performance across diverse business lines like Enterprise Shared Services, Financial Services, and HR, ensuring efficient resourcing aligned with KPIs.
• Talent Acquisition Leadership: Led teams in Pune, Ahmedabad, and Bangalore to attract, select, and hire top talent for Vodafone Shared Services India.
• Partnership & Expertise: Built strong relationships with hiring managers, providing recruitment expertise and driving effective solutions.
• Building a Diverse Pipeline: Cultivated a talent pool of highly skilled resources, ensuring a steady stream of qualified candidates.
• Resourcing Governance: Championed best practices and compliance within the resourcing function, fostering a high-performing team environment.
• Maintained a high-performing recruitment team through permanent staffing and RPO solutions. I spearheaded the deployment of a new Applicant Tracking System (ATS), localized for our country's needs. I also played a key role in integrating an AI product with the ATS to streamline screening and sourcing processes.

Jun 2016 – Oct 2018 · 2 yrs 4 mos

Sep 2014 – Jun 2016 · 1 yr 9 mos

Oct 2013 – Sep 2014 · 11 mos

• As Location Head – Recruitment for Wipro BPS in Pune, I spearhead the recruitment strategy for a high-volume hiring environment, bringing on board 3,000-3,500 talented individuals annually.
• My key contributions include:
• Strategic Sourcing: Implemented innovative sourcing channels like social media, referral programs, and targeted advertising to optimize cost-per-hire (CPH).
• Volume Hiring Expertise: Successfully managed the recruitment process for large-scale hiring initiatives, ensuring efficient and timely talent acquisition.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Built strong relationships with key stakeholders by providing responsive support and addressing queries related to RFIs/RFPs.
• Effective Team Leadership: Led a high-performing recruitment team, fostering a collaborative environment that achieved recruitment goals.

Nov 2010 – Sep 2013 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Sep 2009 – Nov 2010 · 1 yr 2 mos · Pune Area, India