Senior Manager Talent Acquisition |Manufacturing Sector

Spruce Up is a cutting-edge hardware technology manufacturing company. With a leadership team from IIT Bombay, Harvard University, and S. P. Jain (GSM). We are disrupting the technological landscape of machines which will clean the cities and villages of India. We aspire to bring change and supercharge the Swachh Bharat Mission.

www.spruceup.in

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Talent Acquisition Manager to lead the recruitment efforts for our road sweeper manufacturing company. This role involves identifying, attracting, and securing top-quality talent for a range of positions, including Key Account Managers, Sales Managers, After-Sales Engineers, CAD Engineers, Production Engineers, Welders, and Laborers. The ideal candidate will develop effective hiring strategies and ensure we build a high-performing and motivated team aligned with our company's vision and values.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition Strategy:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive recruitment strategy tailored to attract talent for diverse roles across departments (sales, engineering, production, and skilled labour).
• Stay informed about industry trends and competitor practices to ensure competitive hiring practices.Sourcing and Outreach:
• Leverage job portals, social media platforms, professional networks, and local communities to source potential candidates.
• Build relationships with technical institutes, training centers, and recruitment agencies to maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for skilled roles like welders and production engineers.

Recruitment Process Management:
• Design and execute end-to-end recruitment processes, including job posting, resume screening, interviews, and reference checks.
• Ensure seamless coordination with hiring managers to understand role requirements and define candidate profiles.
• Implement structured evaluation tools to assess both technical and behavioral competencies.

Candidate Experience:
• Provide an engaging and professional candidate experience from application to onboarding.
• Act as a brand ambassador to communicate the company's values and career growth opportunities effectively.

Team Collaboration:
• Partner with department heads and senior leadership to identify hiring needs and prioritize recruitment activities.
• Work with HR to align recruitment efforts with long-term workforce planning and organizational goals.
Recruitment Metrics and Reporting:
• Track key recruitment metrics, such as time-to-hire, quality of hire, and cost-per-hire, to optimize the recruitment process.
• Provide regular reports and insights to senior management on hiring progress and challenges.

Employer Branding:
• Promote the company’s reputation as an employer of choice in the road sweeper manufacturing industry.
• Develop and execute strategies to attract high-caliber talent, including local branding initiatives, employee referral programs, and community outreach.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• Proven experience (5+ years) in talent acquisition, ideally within manufacturing, engineering, or related industries.
• Familiarity with hiring for diverse roles, including technical, managerial, and labor-intensive positions.
• Strong understanding of recruitment tools, job boards, and social media sourcing strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to handle high-volume recruitment while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills to assess candidate fit effectively.
Preferred Skills:
• Experience working in the road sweeper or manufacturing industry is a significant advantage.
• Knowledge of local labor laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment management software.
• Familiarity with skill certification standards for technical roles like welders and engineers.