Vibhuti Gaonkar
Dubai
Summary
Certified HR Professional, a passionate people leader with a rich tapestry of experience spanning over 13 years within Talent Acquisition across the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Europe region. Industry background - FMCG - Manufacturing, Agriculture & Commodity, Sales & Distribution, BPO, Logistics & Supply Chain sectors. Efficiently manage relationships with people at all-level, business decision-makers and clientele. The accomplishment of collaborative stakeholder management, driving excellence and timely delivery of Group-wide projects to lead and enhance Talent Acquisition processes & teams, recruit excellent personnel, and improve department efficiencies by utilizing the latest global/cultural trends and technology to support business initiatives whilst building an employer brand. A consistent track record of identifying top-tier candidates who not only fit seamlessly into the work environment but also contribute significantly to the organization's mission and vision. This knack for selection enhances employee engagement and operational efficiency. My proven ability to mobilize candidates through exemplary candidate management has been instrumental in creating and upholding a prestigious brand image for the firm.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Group Talent Acquisition, HO
IFFCO GROUP
Dubai
02.2019 - 10.2024
- Company Overview: Spearheading Talent Acquisition for a global conglomerate, IFFCO, with operations in 52+ countries, 40+ manufacturing sites, and a workforce of 12,000+ across 5 continents
- Website: http://www.iffco.com/
- Joined as Talent Acquisition Manager as consultant and was retained as Group Talent Acquisition Specialist within a year, demonstrating exceptional performance and leadership closing critical roles globally
- Pioneered efficient Hiring Turnaround Time and enhanced HR Metrics through the development of comprehensive Recruitment Dashboards
- Mastered full-cycle recruitment, from Sourcing & Screening to maximizing the utility of HR Platforms
- Expertly managed Candidate Evaluation and Expectation Management to ensure alignment with organizational goals
- Streamlined Offer Process Management, including negotiation and onboarding, to secure top talent effectively
- Fostered strong Stakeholder Management, enforce DE& I hiring KPI, providing interview support & coaching interviewing techniques, role based assessment forms, ensuring process alignment and conducting expectation gap analysis hereby ensuring positive candidate interview experience and Employer Branding
- Implemented Vendor Management strategies, optimizing agency partnerships and contract negotiations on a global scale
- Conducted HR Inductions and trained teams (TTT) on recruitment processes, policies, and the effective use of HRIS tools and active usage of social media recruitment platforms
- Managed high-profile Corporate & Business roles end-to-end, covering diverse functions such as HR, Commodity Trading, Finance, Taxation/Audit, Sales & Distribution, Plant Operations, Sustainability, Procurement/Supply Chain, Legal, Marketing, Risk & Compliance, IT & Security
- Demonstrated strengths in Direct Sourcing, Market Mapping, Salary Benchmarking, and aligning candidate profiles with business needs while ensuring compliance with corporate policies
- Spearheading Talent Acquisition for a global conglomerate, IFFCO, with operations in 52+ countries, 40+ manufacturing sites, and a workforce of 12,000+ across 5 continents
- Website: http://www.iffco.com/
Talent Acquisition Lead (AM) Corporate HO
Galadari Brothers Group
Dubai
06.2014 - 11.2016
- Company Overview: Worked closely with Business Units -GICC - Baskin Robbins, Galdari Trucks & Heavy Equipment's - JCB & Komatsu, Galadari Engineering, Galadari Automobile - Mazda and After Sales (Ziebart), Galadari Printing Press Khaleej Times as Talent Acquisition, Advisor - HRBP
- Website: http://www.galadarigroup.com/
- Role Managed- Mid- Senior Level -All corporate roles & at BU level with specialization in confidential roles at Management Level
- Timely supported Non mgmt.
- - volume hiring, VFS related approvals for Engineering and Ice-creams Business
- Designed & supported standardizing of the Employee Orientation Process across GB Group
- Planned induction programs and delivered presentations to new hires for their smooth transition
- Overseeing the joining formalities, Group Approvals, Candidate File Management, Visa applications/Visa Quota Management, IT requests, ERP file creation, Medical, Insurance and Bank formalities
- Support Payroll team, run payroll checks during Performance Appraisals & Bonus disbursements
- Worked closely with Business Units -GICC - Baskin Robbins, Galdari Trucks & Heavy Equipements - JCB & Komatsu, Galadari Engineering, Galadari Automobile - Mazda and After Sales (Ziebart), Galadari Printing Press Khaleej Times as Talent Acquisition, Advisor - HRBP
- Website: http://www.galadarigroup.com/
Recruitment Account Manager - Consumer Goods
Mindfield Resources
Dubai
09.2008 - 02.2014
- Company Overview: I have worked two stints at Mindfield Resource's
- Website: https://www.mindfieldresources.com/
- Started in Sep 2008- April 2010 as Recruitment Consultant
- Re-Joined as Account Manager in Dec 2012 - managing core functions hiring for leadership role and high risk assignments with larger billing values
- I have worked two stints at Mindfield
- Website: https://www.mindfieldresources.com/
Account Manager - FMCG, Retail & Logistics
Styracorp, Quesscorp
Mumbai
05.2011 - 11.2012
- Company Overview: Managed end to end recruitments and business development, trained new recruitment consultants and worked closely on confidential leadership assignments
- Website: https://www.quesscorp.com/
- Managed end to end recruitments and business development, trained new recruitment consultants and worked closely on confidential leadership assignments
- Managed end to end recruitments and business development, trained new recruitment consultants and worked closely on confidential leadership assignments
- Website: https://www.quesscorp.com/
Recruitment Team Leader
Foresight HR Solutions
Mumbai
07.2005 - 05.2008
- Company Overview: Managed team- Direct 8 recruiters, Indirect 4-6 Freelance consultants, Recruitment for BPO/ ITES/Financial Services
- Website: Not provided
- Handled nearly 12+ Client Portfolio directly from contingency to mass hiring for UK & USA based projects
- Managed team- Direct 8 recruiters, Indirect 4-6 Freelance consultants, Recruitment for BPO/ ITES/Financial Services
- Website: Not provided
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
University of Mumbai
India 06.2002 - 07.2005
Diploma in Human Resource Management - Human Capital Planning and Talent Acquisition, Talent Management and Performance Evaluation, Career Development and Succession Planning, Organizational Development and Change Management, Employment Law and HR Legal Aspects, Employee Relations and Risk Management, Compensation and Benefits Management
University of Dubai
CHRM, CHRP - Certified HR, Sourcing & Screening Tools, Negotiation & Market Benchmarking, Advanced Hiring & Assessment Tools
American Certification Institute
Skills
- Employer Branding
- Sourcing
- Profile Screening
- Stakeholder Management
- Vendor Management
- Candidate Management
- HR Dashboard
- HRIS Tools - SF
- HRIS Tools - Taleo
- HRIS Tools - Workday
- Contract Management Agency
- Salary Negotiation
- Market Mapping
Accomplishments
- Awarded as best employee of the year 2009 for efficient performance and maximum closures during the most challenging time of business & Lead Star performer year 2013 at Mindfield Resources.
- Joined as Sr. Recruitment consultant and within 4 months promoted as Account Manager solely handling 14+ Clients exclusively within FMCG & Retail space, built the desk from scratch, rewarded as top performer 2011 at Styra (Quess Corp).
- Joined as Consultant, promoted as TL within 15 months leading a team of 12 recruiters/freelancers at Foresight HR.
Languages
English
Hindi
Gujarati
Marathi
Custom
Certified HR Professional, a passionate people leader with a rich tapestry of experience spanning over 13 years within Talent Acquisition across the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Europe region. Industry background - FMCG - Manufacturing, Agriculture & Commodity, Sales & Distribution, BPO, Logistics & Supply Chain sectors. Efficiently manage relationships with people at all levels, business decision-makers and clientele. The accomplishment of collaborative stakeholder management, driving excellence and timely delivery of Group-wide projects to lead and enhance Talent Acquisition processes & teams, recruit excellent personnel, and improve department efficiencies by utilizing the latest global/cultural trends and technology to support business initiatives whilst building an employer brand. A consistent track record of identifying top-tier candidates who not only fit seamlessly into the work environment but also contribute significantly to the organization's mission and vision. This knack for selection enhances employee engagement and operational efficiency. My proven ability to mobilize candidates through exemplary candidate management has been instrumental in creating and upholding a prestigious brand image for the firm.
Personal Information
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital status: Married
- Visa status: Employment Visa
Timeline
Group Talent Acquisition, HO
IFFCO GROUP
02.2019 - 10.2024
Talent Acquisition Lead (AM) Corporate HO
Galadari Brothers Group
06.2014 - 11.2016
Account Manager - FMCG, Retail & Logistics
Styracorp, Quesscorp
05.2011 - 11.2012
Recruitment Account Manager - Consumer Goods
Mindfield Resources
09.2008 - 02.2014
Recruitment Team Leader
Foresight HR Solutions
07.2005 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Commerce -
University of Mumbai
06.2002 - 07.2005
Diploma in Human Resource Management - Human Capital Planning and Talent Acquisition, Talent Management and Performance Evaluation, Career Development and Succession Planning, Organizational Development and Change Management, Employment Law and HR Legal Aspects, Employee Relations and Risk Management, Compensation and Benefits Management
University of Dubai
CHRM, CHRP - Certified HR, Sourcing & Screening Tools, Negotiation & Market Benchmarking, Advanced Hiring & Assessment Tools
American Certification Institute
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