Job Title
Assistant Manager – Recruitment
Function
Human Resources
Reports To
Senior Manager – Human Resources
Location
Chennai
Travel Required
25%
☐ 50%
þ 75%
☐
About DHL Blue Dart Express India:
At
Blue Dart,
we go beyond delivering shipments—we deliver trust, precision, and excellence. As India’s most reliable express logistics provider, we empower commerce by reaching over 56,000+ locations across India and connecting to 220+ countries through our global DHL network. Backed by the strength of
DHL Group
, we bring together international standards with deep local expertise. Our dedicated Boeing freighter fleet, 12,000+ vehicles, and best-in-class service ensure time-definite delivery that businesses and customers count on every day.We are proud to be consistently ranked among
India’s Top 100 Great Places to Work
® and recognized as part of the DHL Group’s
Top Employer
certification across multiple regions. Being an
Employer of Choice
is not just a goal—it’s a fundamental part of who we are. We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, empowered, and proud to belong.If you're looking to join a purpose-led, people-first organization that shapes India’s supply chain with integrity and care—
Blue Dart is where you belong
.
Position Overview:
Provides strategic direction and leadership to the organization’s talent acquisition function, aligning recruitment strategies with long-term business goals. Oversees the end-to-end hiring lifecycle across geographies, ensuring high-quality, timely, and cost-effective talent acquisition. Drives innovation in sourcing, employer branding, and workforce planning to build a future-ready organization.
Job Purpose:
To lead and drive the talent acquisition strategy across the organization, ensuring alignment with business goals. Responsible for building a strong talent pipeline, optimizing recruitment processes, and enhancing employer brand to attract top-tier talent.
Key Roles & Responsibilities:
Strategic Talent Acquisition Leadership
- Develop and execute the organization's talent acquisition strategy aligned with long-term business objectives.
- Forecast future hiring needs based on workforce planning and business growth plans.
Employer Branding and Market Positioning
- Drive initiatives to strengthen employer brand in key talent markets through targeted campaigns, university relations, and social media engagement.
- Partner with marketing and leadership teams to create compelling employee value propositions (EVP).
Process Optimization and Technology Enablement
- Lead the continuous improvement of recruitment policies, processes, and systems to ensure scalability, efficiency, and compliance.
- Leverage data analytics, ATS platforms, and digital tools to drive recruitment effectiveness and reduce time-to-hire.
Stakeholder and Business Partnership
- Collaborate with CXOs, business leaders, and HRBPs to understand hiring needs and ensure delivery of high-quality talent pipelines.
- Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on talent availability, market insights, and strategic hiring decisions.
Team Leadership and Capability Building
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing recruitment team across regions and functions.
- Establish clear performance metrics and foster a results-driven culture focused on talent excellence.
Compliance and Governance
- Ensure adherence to all regulatory and organizational policies in the hiring process, including DEI and ethical standards.
- Oversee the integrity and accuracy of recruitment reporting, audits, and governance frameworks.
Executive Hiring and Leadership Talent
- Direct the end-to-end leadership hiring process, including sourcing, assessments, offer management, and onboarding of senior executives.
- Build a succession-ready leadership talent pool in collaboration with business and HR leaders.
Qualifications & Experience:
Education:
- Master’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field from a reputed institution. An MBA in HR or equivalent postgraduate qualification is strongly preferred.
Professional Certifications (Preferred)
:
- SHRM-SCP / SPHR / CHRO Certification
- Certifications in Strategic Talent Acquisition, Workforce Planning, or HR Analytics
- Executive Education in HR Strategy or Leadership Development (from institutions like IIM, XLRI, ISB, or international B-schools)
Experience:
- Minimum 15–20 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 8–10 years in leading end-to-end talent acquisition at a regional or national level.
- Proven track record of leading strategic recruitment initiatives, employer branding, and large-scale hiring programs across multiple geographies or business verticals.
- Prior experience in managing leadership hiring, building recruitment teams, and partnering with senior business stakeholders is essential.
- Exposure to HR technology platforms (e.g., ATS, HRMS, Talent Analytics) and transformation projects will be an added advantage.
Skills & Capabilities:
Core Technical Skills:
- Strategic Workforce Planning
- Leadership Hiring & Succession Planning
- Recruitment Metrics & Analytics
- Employer Branding & EVP Strategy
- HR Technology & ATS Platforms (e.g., SuccessFactors, Taleo)
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Hiring Strategy
- Vendor Management & Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO)
- Compensation Benchmarking & Offer Negotiation
- Change Management in Talent Acquisition
- Talent Market Intelligence & Competitor Mapping
Behavioural Competencies:
- Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen
- Influencing & Stakeholder Management
- Decision-Making Under Ambiguity
- Collaboration & Cross-Functional Leadership
- Resilience & Agility
- Innovation & Continuous Improvement Mindset
- High Accountability & Execution Focus
- Empathy & Team Development Orientation
- Communication & Executive Presence
Key Performance Indicators:
Sr. No.
Key Result Areas
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
1Talent Acquisition Strategy
- Alignment of hiring strategy with business goals
- % fulfilment of approved headcount on time
2
Strategic Workforce Planning
- Accuracy of manpower forecasting (vs. actual needs)
- Time to hire for critical roles
3
Employer Branding & Market Positioning
- Increase in direct applications
- Rank in employer of choice surveys
- Offer acceptance ratio
4
Leadership & Niche Talent Hiring
- Closure rate for CXO/critical positions
- % of leadership roles filled internally or strategically
5
Recruitment Efficiency & Optimization
- Cost-per-hire
- Selection ratio
- % adherence to hiring SLAs
6
Diversity & Inclusion Hiring
- % increase in diversity hires
- Representation across senior levels
7
Stakeholder Engagement & Experience Management
- Hiring manager satisfaction score
- Candidate experience score
8
Technology Enablement & Process Innovation
- Adoption rate of TA tools & automation
- Reduction in manual effort
9
Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Zero non-compliance in audit reports
- Timely closure of background checks
10
Team Capability Building & Leadership
- Team performance ratings
- % of team cross-skilled or upskilled annually
Why join DHL Blue Dart?
When you join us, you become part of a purpose-driven organization that’s redefining logistics across India and beyond. Here’s what you can expect:
- Competitive compensation and performance-linked incentives that reward your contribution.
- Continuous learning through structured development programs, on-the-job coaching, and access to global best practices.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical insurance (with optional parental cover), financial wellness programs, and generous paid time off.
- A strong culture of recognition, inclusion, and respect—where your ideas matter and achievements are celebrated.
- Access to cross-functional and global career paths within DHL Group’s diverse business portfolio.
- The pride of working for India’s most awarded logistics brand, delivering excellence across 56,000+ locations and 220+ countries.
Join us and be part of a company that’s not only a leader in logistics—but also a
trusted Employer of choice
, committed to your growth, well-being, and long-term success.
