Senior Manager - Talent Acquisition - Automotive

Location: Pune (3 roles) | Mumbai (2 roles)

Experience Required: 7-12 years

Compensation Range: - 17-18 LPA

- Preferred candidates with Automotive & Consulting background, especially those experienced in handling high-volume requirements

We are looking for a seasoned Talent Acquisition Leader to drive strategic hiring for a fast-paced, global organization in the automotive and manufacturing sector. This is a high-impact role requiring expertise in end-to-end recruitment, workforce planning, and building strong talent pipelines for mid-to-senior level positions across Engineering, Operations, Commercial, and Corporate functions.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead end-to-end hiring across business functions, aligned with organizational priorities.

- Partner with senior leadership, providing market insights and talent strategies.

- Build strong talent pipelines leveraging ATS, LinkedIn, referrals, and modern sourcing tools.

- Champion a positive candidate experience and strengthen employer branding.

- Drive process excellence, compliance, and recruitment analytics.

- Conduct competitor analysis and talent market mapping to stay ahead of trends.

Desired Profile:

- 7-12 years of Talent Acquisition experience (preferably in Automotive, Manufacturing, or Engineering industries).

- Strong knowledge of recruitment for manufacturing & operations roles.

- Proven expertise in stakeholder management and leadership hiring.

- Familiarity with ATS, HR analytics, and digital sourcing platforms.

- Strong communication, influencing, and organizational skills."