Dhanraj Guntur
HR
Hyderabad
Summary
With 7+ years of global recruitment experience at Amazon, I excel in managing end-to-end hiring processes, stakeholder collaboration, and team leadership. I have a proven track record of developing strategic recruitment plans, leveraging data for decision-making, and maintaining high performance in fast-paced environments. Achievements include centralizing recruitment operations, improving applicant tracking, and reducing processing times. Complex problem-solver with a superior work ethic and excellent organizational abilities. Seasoned recruitment professional with 7 years of experience. Find best candidates that meet job needs and enhance company operations. Knowledgeable about wide range of traditional and digital recruitment strategies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Recruitment Manager
Amazon Development Centre India Pvt. Ltd.
10.2016 - Current
- Directed comprehensive HR functions including recruitment, talent acquisition, performance management, and employee relations across global regions (APAC, EMEA, NAFC, LATAM, UAE, and MENA)
- Facilitated critical transitions for large-scale operations, such as CORP and FC Devices & Ops
- Designed and implemented a rehire eligibility screening process, enhancing recruitment efficiency
- Led a team of 32 Sr
- Associates, achieving a notable 20% improvement in team performance and client satisfaction
- Overhauled student program application screening, streamlining the job requisition creation process
- Ensured seamless customer service operations, managing background checks, Salesforce, PeopleSoft, and other tools
- Managed escalations and provided root cause analysis, improving internal processes and stakeholder communication
- Played a pivotal role in updating SOPs in collaboration with quality and training teams
- Conducted regular performance assessments and training, driving team development and preparedness
- Collaborated closely with program managers, SMEs, and stakeholders to ensure smooth transitions and communication
- Delivered data-driven insights to leadership, optimizing resource allocation and process efficiency
- Managed the implementation of key projects such as the Paragon Project and Dragon Spine Project, achieving cost reductions
- Excelled in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, maintaining focus and productivity
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, consistently delivering effective SSC operation solutions
- Awarded Best Team Manager of 2023 for exceptional leadership and team performance.
Education
Business Administration - Masters -
St Joseph Degree And PG College, Hyderabad
Hyderabad 01.2014 - 08.2024
Commerce - Bachelor -
Kakatiya Degree College
Nalgonda 01.2011 - 01.2013
Skills
Project Staffing
Exit Interviews and Processes
Operations Management
Human Resource Management Software HRMS
Human Resources Operations
Employee Relations Oversight
Interviewing skills
Onboarding Process Management
Stakeholder Management
Organizational Skills
Data-Driven Hiring
MIS Reporting
Target List Development
Technology Proficiency
Recruiter Team Leadership
Proactive Communication
Trade School Partnerships
Recruitment Strategy Development
Strategic Diversity Initiatives
Priority Management
Project Management
Recruiting Resources Utilization
Excel Proficiency
Research and Development
Accountability Enforcement
Team Collaboration
Relationship Building
Community Networking
Financial Performance Linkage
Network Building
Consultative Skills
Talent Metrics Synthesis
ATS/CRM Systems
Candidate Identification
System and Process Familiarity
Motivation and Development
Local Vendor Interfacing
College Collaboration
Candidate Search Execution
Business Impact Analysis
Project Staffing
Social Media Recruiting
Certification
Six Sigma Lean Management Training
Timeline
Recruitment Manager
Amazon Development Centre India Pvt. Ltd.
10.2016 - Current
Business Administration - Masters -
St Joseph Degree And PG College, Hyderabad
01.2014 - 08.2024
Commerce - Bachelor -
Kakatiya Degree College
01.2011 - 01.2013