Chief Manager Talent Acquisition – Retail Brand (Non-IT)
Position: Talent Acquisition Head – Retail Brand (Non-IT Hiring)
Location: Gurgaon
Experience: 10+ years in retail brand
Industry: Retail (Fashion, Apparel, FMCG, Luxury, or related)
Department: Human Resources (HR)
Job Summary:
We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Talent Acquisition Head to lead the recruitment function for our retail brand. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Non-IT hiring, particularly in retail, FMCG, or related industries. This role involves managing end-to-end recruitment, building talent pipelines, and ensuring the right talent acquisition strategies to support business growth.
Key Responsibilities:1. Talent Acquisition Strategy & Execution:
- Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Oversee bulk hiring and leadership hiring for retail stores, corporate functions, and supply chain roles.
- Optimize sourcing channels (job portals, employee referrals, social media, and recruitment agencies).
2. Recruitment Operations & Stakeholder Management:
- Lead end-to-end recruitment for store-level, regional, and corporate roles.
- Partner with business heads and HRBPs to identify hiring needs and workforce planning.
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts with recruitment agencies.
3. Employer Branding & Talent Pipeline Development:
- Drive employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
- Build a strong talent pipeline for future hiring needs.
- Engage in campus hiring and lateral hiring strategies.
4. Recruitment Analytics & Compliance:
- Track recruitment metrics (TAT, cost-per-hire, quality-of-hire, etc.) for continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies in hiring practices.
- Implement and manage Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) for seamless recruitment.
Key Requirements:
· 10+ years of experience in Non-IT hiring, preferably in Retail, FMCG, Apparel, Luxury, or QSR sectors.
· Proven expertise in bulk hiring, corporate hiring, and leadership hiring.
· Strong experience in headhunting, passive talent search, and market mapping.
· Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
· Hands-on experience with ATS, LinkedIn Talent Solutions, and recruitment tools.
· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth retail environment.
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email: jobs[at}glansolutions[dot]com
website: www.glansolutions.com

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