Gopikrishna Avagadda

Strategic Business Partnership & Talent Management:

• Partnered with product leadership to develop and execute talent strategies aligned with business goals and product roadmaps.
• Conducted workforce planning and analysis to identify talent gaps and future needs.
• Led talent acquisition efforts for technical and product-focused roles, ensuring a robust pipeline of qualified candidates.
• Developed and implemented succession planning programs to ensure leadership continuity.
• Designed and delivered performance management programs to drive high performance and employee development.
• Conducted organizational diagnostics and implemented solutions to improve team effectiveness and productivity.
• Utilized HR analytics to track key talent metrics and inform data-driven decisions.
• Drove change management initiatives to support organizational growth and transformation.
• Identified and developed high-potential talent through targeted development programs.

Employee Relations & Compliance:

• Managed complex employee relations issues, conducting investigations and resolving conflicts..
• Developed and implemented HR policies and procedures that support a high-growth, innovative environment.

HR Operations & Process Improvement:

• Streamlined HR processes and implemented HR technology solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Managed HR budgets and resources, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Ensured effective communication and collaboration between HR and other departments.
• Managed compensation and benefits programs for technical talent, ensuring market competitiveness.
• Analyzed and reported on HR metrics and trends.
• Led projects to improve HR service delivery.
• Maintained accurate employee records and HR data.
• Oversaw onboarding and offboarding processes.

• Sourced and Recruited Qualified Candidates.
  
• Developed and Maintained Talent Pipelines.
  
• Collaborated with Hiring Managers.
  
• Utilized Applicant Tracking Systems .
  
• Enhanced Employer Branding and Candidate Experience.
  

• Sourcing and Attracting Candidates.
  
• Client Relationship Management.
  
• Candidate Screening and Evaluation.
  
• Matching Candidates to Job Openings.
  
• Business Development
  

• Built and led a team, demonstrating leadership and communication skills.
• Gained firsthand experience in navigating local regulations and licensing requirements for the food service industry.
• Demonstrated a strong work ethic and commitment to building a business from the ground up.
• Improved time management and organizational skills through managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.