Associate Recruiter

Duration: 6- months contract

Associate Recruiter (Sourcer)

You will primarily support the recruitment team by identifying high-quality candidates and presenting them to the appropriate recruitment partners for further evaluation.

Responsibilities:

• Sourcing Candidates:

• Proactively source candidates for Medical Representative roles, pharma, sales, commercial hiring (entry-level and managerial) within pharma sales and medical devices, utilizing platforms such as LinkedIn, Naukri, job boards, local networking portals and industry networks.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates, ensuring a steady flow of potential talent for ongoing recruitment needs.

• Candidate Screening & Pre-qualification:

• Conduct initial screening of candidates to assess basic qualifications, skills, and cultural fit for pharma sales roles.
• Present pre-qualified candidates to recruiters or hiring managers for further interviews and assessments.

• Collaboration with Recruitment Team:

• Work closely with recruiters and hiring managers to understand specific sourcing needs and to refine search strategies for different roles.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams to ensure timely and effective candidate engagement.

• Talent Mapping & Market Research:

• Conduct market research to identify talent pools, understand competitor hiring practices, and explore opportunities in emerging pharma markets.
• Continuously evaluate and adjust sourcing strategies based on the latest industry trends and feedback.

• Candidate Engagement:

• Reach out to passive candidates, build relationships, and generate interest in available roles.
• Maintain consistent communication with candidates throughout the sourcing process to keep them engaged and informed.

• Tracking & Reporting:

• Track key metrics related to sourcing activities, ensuring the efficiency and success of candidate pipelines.
• Regularly update the recruitment team on sourcing progress and make data-driven adjustments to sourcing strategies.

Ideal Candidate Requirements:

• Educational Background:

  Any graduate.

• Experience:

• Previous experience in sourcing or recruitment within the pharma sales, healthcare, or medical devices industries.
• Familiarity with recruiting for companies like Cipla, Dr. Reddy’s, Abbott, Pfizer, or similar pharma/healthcare organizations is preferred.

• Location:

  Pune.

• Role Type:

  Hybrid (3 days from the KF Office location).

• Joiner Type:

  Immediate joiners, candidates with 7 days’ notice period, or those currently serving.

• Roles to be Filled:

  Support in sourcing and pre-qualifying 15-20 roles per month.

• Recruitment Tools:

  Experience in using sourcing platforms such as LinkedIn, Naukri, and other job boards, along with advanced sourcing techniques like headhunting and industry-specific networks.

Key Competencies:

• Strong Sourcing Skills:

  Ability to identify and engage passive candidates through diverse sourcing methods, especially in the pharma and healthcare sectors.

• Communication Skills:

  Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with candidates and collaborate with internal teams.

• Industry Knowledge:

  Understanding of the pharma, medical devices, and healthcare sectors, particularly in sales.

• Collaboration Skills:

  Ability to work closely with recruiters and hiring managers to meet the talent needs of the business.

• Organizational Skills:

  Ability to manage multiple sourcing efforts simultaneously and ensure high-quality candidate pipelines.

Why Join Us:

• Work with leading pharma companies and contribute to their recruitment strategy.
• Gain specialized experience in sourcing talent for the pharma and healthcare sectors.

Hybrid work model offering flexibility and a balanced work-life environment