Manager - Recruitment/Talent Acquisition - Paints/Chemicals

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager - Recruitment / Talent Acquisition to lead end-to-end hiring processes across India for our sales and manufacturing divisions in the paints and chemicals (building materials) industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the industry, a robust network, and the ability to attract top talent to fulfill our strategic growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and execute comprehensive recruitment strategies for sales, manufacturing, and technical roles across PAN India.

- Collaborate with business leaders to understand manpower requirements and define candidate profiles.

- Source, attract, and shortlist high-caliber candidates through various channels including portals, social media, campus drives, industry networks, and headhunting.

- Manage end-to-end recruitment cycle, ensuring a smooth candidate experience and timely onboarding.

- Build and maintain a talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.

- Conduct interviews, assessments, and coordinate with hiring managers for final selection.

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment metrics, reports, and dashboards.

- Ensure compliance with company policies, labor laws, and diversity & inclusion practices.

- Develop employer branding initiatives to attract top talent in the paints and chemicals industry.

- Keep abreast of industry trends, salary benchmarks, and talent market conditions across India.

- Manage relationships with recruitment agencies, training vendors, and other external partners.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferred.

- 10+ years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably in paints, chemicals, building materials, or related manufacturing sectors.

- Proven track record of successful PAN India recruitment, especially for sales and manufacturing roles.

- Strong understanding of industry-specific skill sets and talent landscape.

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Skills:

- Talent acquisition & sourcing expertise

- Industry knowledge of paints, chemicals, and building materials

- PAN India recruitment experience

- Stakeholder management

- Data-driven decision making

- Employer branding

- Compliance & HR policies