AI Sourcing Lead - India

About Centific At Centific, people are at the center of our culture.We constantly seek out opportunities for people to enhance their skills, and emphasize work-life balance for all our employees.We believe that competition can bring out the very best in people – from our annual creative film and speech contests to our weekly office game tournaments,we mix work and play to engage our people and help our clients succeed. About Job Sourcing Lead: India Join our dynamic team at Centific as a Sourcing Lead, India, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI by attracting top-tier crowd talent. Join Centific's AI Recruitment team and play a key role in sourcing top-tier talent for our cutting-edge AI projects within India! As Sourcing Lead, India, you will lead a dedicated team in developing and executing sourcing strategies to attract skilled contingent workers. Reporting to the Global Sourcing Manager, you will be instrumental in building the diverse and skilled workforce needed to support our growing AI initiatives in the region. Your Role and Responsibilities As Sourcing Lead, India, you will be responsible for leading and executing sourcing strategies focused on the India region. Your key responsibilities include: Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of recruiters focused on the Indian region. Distribute projects and markets within the India team based on individual strengths and priorities. Manage team workload, ensuring efficient and effective sourcing operations. Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Sourcing Strategy & Execution: Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract top-tier talent for Gen AI projects. Utilize advanced sourcing techniques to identify and engage passive candidates within India. Identify, evaluate, and onboard new recruitment channels specific to the India region. Measure campaign results from each channel (ROI), evaluate data, and leverage insights for strategic decision-making and continuous improvement India. Stay ahead of industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition within India. Ensure alignment with global sourcing strategies while adapting to regional needs and nuances. Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with the Global Sourcing Manager to ensure alignment with overall global talent acquisition goals. Work closely with Project Recruitment Managers and other stakeholders to understand specific talent needs within India. Provide regular updates to the Global Sourcing Manager on sourcing progress and challenges within the Indian region. Provide constructive feedback on the external sourcing process, identifying areas for improvement in tools and processes. Requirements Technical and Professional Expertise 4+ years of proven experience in recruitment or sourcing, with knowledge on the India region. 2+ years of experience managing a team of recruiters or sourcers. Demonstrated expertise in sourcing for specialized roles within a fast-paced environment. Strong understanding of the talent landscape and labor markets across North, Central, and South America. Advanced proficiency in utilizing online networks, social media platforms, and professional communities for sourcing within India. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills. Fluency in English is essential. Knowledge in other Indian languages in desired. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Required Soft Skills Self-starter with a strong sense of initiative and a proactive mindset. Adaptability, problem-solving skills, and a creative approach to challenges. Strong leadership skills, including the ability to provide and receive feedback, delegate effectively, and participate confidently in client-facing meetings. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Strong cross-cultural communication and collaboration skills. About Centific Centific is a global digital technology services company with solutions across various industries. Led by a people-first, intelligence-driven approach, Centific enables experiences that help brands thrive in a sustainable and meaningful way, working to create long-term value and loyal customers for our clients – now and in the future. With clarity of vision, technological expertise, and operational excellence, Centific is the partner of choice for those who want to run smarter - and those who want to change the race. Our diverse team of over 3,800 people works to deliver on the promise of technology and human-centricity every day. Are you ready to start solving today’s industry-specific challenges with tomorrow’s cognitive technology? Let’s talk. Centific is an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create an inclusive workplace and leverage the power of diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate or allow harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, military status or any other legally protected status. Workplace discrimination related to being pregnant and pregnancy-related harassment, including discrimination in the hiring process, is strictly prohibited in Centific Global Solutions.