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Saritha Marthanda Varma

Head of Talent

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India13 yrs 9 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • Over 15 years in diverse HR roles.
  • Expert in building high-impact talent acquisition strategies.
  • Proven track record in scaling organizations through effective hiring.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition Leader with expertise in Technology and Banking sectors.

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionEmployer BrandingTalent ManagementStrategic Recruitment PlanningTime Management

Other Skills

Workforce PlanningData Analysis & ReportingData AnalysisRecruitingLeadershipCandidate SourcingTechnical ProficiencyAdaptabilityConfidentialityBehavioral TargetingTemporary PlacementBusiness DevelopmentStart-upsBenefits NegotiationHiring

About

Human Resource Professional with an overall experience of 15+ years with Healthcare, E commerce, Services, Consumer, Supply chain, Logistics, Technology & Product Companies. Managed Human Resource function for businesses spread across geographies at different stages of transformation, expansions, restructuring and integration. Scaling with Efficiencies, Redefining Processes & People Development charges me!

Experience

13 yrs 9 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs 5 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 4 mos
Current Experience

Sap fioneer

Talent Acquisition Leader-APAC

Feb 2025Present · 1 yr 4 mos · Bangalore Urban · Hybrid

  • "Building High-Impact Teams | Spearheading Talent Strategy for APAC at SAP Fioneer | Driving Growth Through People"
  • As Head of Talent Acquisition for APAC operations at SAP Fioneer, I lead the end-to-end talent strategy supporting the organization's growth across Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, Technology, Product Engineering, Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Corporate Functions.
  • My role extends beyond hiring to partnering with global leadership teams to build scalable talent acquisition frameworks, workforce planning strategies, employer branding initiatives, and operational excellence programs that align with business objectives. I work closely with senior stakeholders across multiple geographies to attract, engage, and retain high-calibre talent in highly competitive markets.
  • At SAP Fioneer, I have been instrumental in strengthening hiring processes, driving data-led recruitment decisions, enhancing candidate experience, and establishing talent acquisition as a strategic business function. My focus includes building diverse talent pipelines, optimizing recruitment operations, implementing governance and compliance standards, and supporting organizational growth through effective talent solutions.
  • With over two decades of experience across global organizations including Microsoft, Hotstar, Oracle Cerner, ANI Technologies, Freshworks, and SAP Fioneer, I bring expertise in executive hiring, talent advisory, global stakeholder management, scaling organizations, and building high-performing teams.
  • I am passionate about helping businesses grow through people, creating sustainable hiring strategies, and transforming talent acquisition from a transactional function into a strategic business enabler.
Talent AcquisitionEmployer BrandingWorkforce PlanningData Analysis & Reporting

Ola (ani technologies pvt. ltd)

Senior Manager Talent Acquisition

Mar 2021Sep 2022 · 1 yr 6 mos · Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition, responsible for leading the talent acquisition function and driving the organization's recruitment strategy. Primary objective had been to attract, engage, and hire top-tier talent across various roles and levels. Oversee a team of recruiters, collaborate with key stakeholders, and implement innovative talent acquisition practices to ensure the organization has a robust pipeline of qualified candidates. My expertise in talent acquisition and leadership had served critical in shaping the future success of the company through exceptional talent acquisition practices
Talent ManagementRecruitingLeadership

Cerner corporation

Senior Recruiting Partner

Aug 2019Mar 2021 · 1 yr 7 mos · bangalore · On-site

  • As a Senior Recruiter, played a vital role in attracting and hiring top talent for the organization. My expertise in candidate sourcing, assessment, and selection was instrumental in identifying qualified candidates and ensuring a seamless recruitment process. Collaborate closely with hiring managers and stakeholders to understand talent needs, develop effective sourcing strategies, and make data-driven hiring decisions. Build relationships, manage multiple requisitions, and deliver exceptional candidate experiences will contribute to the success of the organization's talent acquisition efforts.

Disney+ hotstar

Assistant Manager Talent Acquisition

Dec 2017Jul 2019 · 1 yr 7 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Strategic Recruitment PlanningCandidate SourcingData Analysis & Reporting

Microsoft

Staffing Consultant-Global Talent Acquisition

Jun 2017Nov 2017 · 5 mos · India · On-site

  • As a Staffing Consultant in Global Talent Acquisition, my role involved managing recruitment activities on a global scale to attract and retain top talent.
  • End to End Recruiting ,Develop and implement recruitment practices and initiatives to attract high-quality talent on a global scale, considering factors such as market trends, cultural nuances, and diversity and inclusion goals.
  • Talent Sourcing and Pipeline Management: Utilize various sourcing methods, including online job boards, social media, networking, and partnerships with recruitment agencies, to identify and engage with qualified candidates worldwide. Build and maintain a robust talent pipeline to support current and future hiring needs.
  • Candidate Screening and Evaluation: Review resumes, conduct initial screenings, and assess candidate qualifications, skills, and cultural fit through interviews and assessments. Collaborate with hiring managers and stakeholders to evaluate candidates effectively.
  • Technology Hired- C#, Java, Python, JavaScript, and Type Script,Microsoft Azure cloud platform and services, including Azure Virtual Machines, Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Azure SQL Database, Azure DevOps, and Azure Active Directory,.NET Framework,web development

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Lead HR Specialist- Sourcing and Recruiting

Jun 2016May 2017 · 11 mos · Bangalore · On-site

  • As a Sourcing Center of Excellence (CoE) partner worked with the team of Recruiters that collaborates with the Sourcing CoE to support and enhance talent sourcing efforts. The Sourcing CoE is responsible for developing best practices, tools, and strategies related to talent sourcing, while the partner acts as a liaison between the CoE and various business units or departments within the organization.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the Sourcing CoE team to understand sourcing strategies, initiatives, and resources, and collaborate on implementing them effectively across the organization.
  • Business Alignment: Align sourcing strategies and activities with the specific needs and objectives of different business units or departments within the organization. Understand the talent requirements and priorities of each area and tailor sourcing approaches accordingly.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with hiring managers, HR business partners, and other stakeholders to understand their talent needs, provide guidance on sourcing strategies, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Data Analysis and Reporting: Collect and analyze sourcing data and metrics to track sourcing effectiveness, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions. Provide insights and recommendations to the Sourcing CoE team and stakeholders for optimizing sourcing strategies and processes.
  • Innovation and Optimization: Share insights, feedback, and ideas with the Sourcing CoE team for innovation and optimization of sourcing practices. Identify opportunities to leverage new technologies, tools, and platforms to enhance sourcing efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Candidate Experience: Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the sourcing process, from initial contact to application submission, by providing timely and relevant information, support, and feedback to candidates.
  • Continuous Improvement and adhering to the Compliance and Ethics

Target corporation

Leadership Recruiter- Talent Acquisition

Feb 2011May 2016 · 5 yrs 3 mos · Bangalore

  • For career opportunities at Target, visit the Target India Career website: www.target.com/india
  • About Target®
  • Expect the Best. At Target, we have a vision: to become the best – the best culture and brand, the best place for growth and the company with the best reputation. We offer an inclusive, collaborative and energetic work environment that rewards those who perform. We deliver engaging, innovative and on-trend experiences for our team members and our guests. We invest in our team members’ futures by developing leaders and providing a breadth of opportunities for professional development. It takes the best to become the best, and we are committed to building a team that does the right thing for our guests, shareholders, team members and communities.

Cisco systems

Recruiter-Experienced Hiring

Sep 2009Oct 2010 · 1 yr 1 mo · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • End to End Recruitment

Broadcom

Technical Recruiter

Jan 2007Jul 2009 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Greater Bengaluru Area · On-site

  • End to End Recruiting

Intel

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Jan 2005Apr 2006 · 1 yr 3 mos · Greater Bengaluru Area · On-site

  • My role at Intel was very vivid and crucial in ensuring a smooth and efficient recruitment process within various business functions.Scehduling Interviews, Communicating with Candidates, Arranging Logistics, with thorough understanding of the Relocation Policies, Preparing Interview Materials, Facilitating Onboarding, Maintaining Applicant Tracking system, Collaborating with Hiring Managers and Recruiters, Ensuring Complaince,Reporting and Metrics Tracking.
Time ManagementTechnical ProficiencyAdaptabilityConfidentiality

Education

Symbiosis Law School, Pune

Masters in Labour Laws& Labour Welfare — Labour laws

Indian Institute of Modern Management

PGDBM — HR

Jyothi Nivas College

Bachelor of Arts - BA — Counseling Psychology

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