Talent Acquisition Specialist

Meril; Vapi; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Meril is seeking a dedicated Talent Acquisition Manager in Vapi, Gujarat, to manage end-to-end recruitment for domestic and international markets, focusing on the China region. This role requires proficiency in Mandarin and aims to strengthen hiring capabilities and support business expansion. The candidate should have an MBA or PGDM, along with 3–8 years of experience in talent acquisition, particularly in manufacturing or medical devices. Excellent stakeholder communication and sourcing skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience in Talent Acquisition / Recruitment.
• Experience in manufacturing or medical devices industry preferred.
• Exposure to international hiring / global recruitment is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete recruitment lifecycle from requisition to onboarding.
• Drive recruitment of Mandarin-speaking candidates for China/APAC markets.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand manpower planning.

Skills

Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin)

Strong sourcing and headhunting skills

Excellent stakeholder management

Negotiation and influencing abilities

Cultural awareness for global hiring

Education

MBA / PGDM in HR or equivalent

Graduate in any discipline with relevant experience

Job description

Department

Human Resources – Talent Acquisition

Reports To

Head – Talent Acquisition / HR Head

Job Purpose

To manage end-to-end talent acquisition for domestic and international markets with a focus on China region hiring, leveraging Mandarin language skills to attract, assess, and onboard high-quality talent. The role aims to strengthen global hiring capabilities and support business expansion through strategic recruitment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

• Manage the complete recruitment lifecycle from requisition to onboarding
• Handle hiring for domestic and international roles, including niche and critical positions
• Drive recruitment of Mandarin-speaking candidates for China/APAC markets
• Develop innovative sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill roles (R&D, Engineering, Sales, Medical Devices)
• Source candidates through LinkedIn, job portals, referrals, and recruitment agencies

2. Stakeholder & Business Partnering

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand manpower planning and role requirements
• Act as a strategic hiring partner to business leaders
• Provide insights on talent availability, market trends, and compensation benchmarks
• Ensure alignment of hiring with organizational growth plans

3. Candidate Management

• Conduct HR screening interviews to evaluate candidate fitment
• Coordinate interviews with internal and global stakeholders
• Manage offer negotiation, salary discussions, and onboarding process
• Ensure a seamless and positive candidate experience throughout the hiring journey

4. International Hiring & Coordination

• Manage cross-border recruitment for China and APAC regions
• Communicate effectively with Mandarin-speaking candidates and stakeholders
• Coordinate with international consultants, vendors, and hiring partners
• Handle documentation and processes related to international hiring
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future requirements
• Strengthen employer branding through professional engagement with candidates
• Drive initiatives to attract high-quality global talent

6. Process Excellence & Reporting

• Ensure adherence to recruitment processes, policies, and compliance standards
• Maintain recruitment MIS, dashboards, and trackers
• Monitor hiring metrics such as TAT, offer-to-join ratio, and cost per hire
• Continuously improve hiring efficiency and effectiveness

Qualifications and Experience

• MBA / PGDM in HR or equivalent preferred
• Graduate in any discipline with relevant experience
• 3–8 years of experience in Talent Acquisition / Recruitment
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or medical devices industry preferred
• Exposure to international hiring / global recruitment is an added advantage

Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) – speaking, reading, and writing (mandatory)
• Strong sourcing, headhunting, and networking skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong negotiation and influencing abilities
• Cultural awareness for global hiring environments
• High ownership, result‑oriented mindset
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Time to Hire (TAT)
• Quality of Hire
• Closure of critical and niche positions
• Strength of talent pipeline and sourcing effectiveness