Kranti Sawant

• Managed end-to-end IT recruitment lifecycle including sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding for mid to senior-level roles across BIG4 & Global clients.
• Leveraged multiple sourcing channels including Naukri, LinkedIn Recruiter, Hirist, Instahyre, and internal referral programs to build and maintain a strong talent pipeline.
• Conducted structured resume screening and skills alignment based on job descriptions, technical stack, and role expectations.
• Utilized Boolean search strings and advanced filters to target passive candidates across niche skill areas.
• Coordinated with hiring managers to gather role-specific requirements, define job descriptions, and align recruitment strategy with workforce planning.
• Maintained consistent candidate communication to enhance engagement, reduce dropouts, and improve offer-to-join ratio.
• Provided weekly recruitment reports and dashboards including pipeline status, closure TATs, and candidate funnel metrics.
• Handled client communication and stakeholder management, including intake meetings, profile calibrations, and interview logistics coordination.
• Trained and mentored a team of 9–10 junior recruiters in sourcing strategies, interview coordination, and ATS usage to improve team productivity.
• Successfully closed leadership and executive roles such as CTO, Delivery Manager, Project Manager, and Solution Architect for consulting and enterprise clients.

• Supported end-to-end recruitment cycle for IT and non-IT roles in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Screened resumes and conducted preliminary interviews to assess technical fit and cultural alignment.
• Collaborated with hiring managers to understand role requirements and prioritized open positions.
• Managed interview scheduling, candidate coordination, and feedback collection across multiple roles.
• Maintained accurate candidate data in Excel, ensuring timely follow-ups and documentation.
• Provided regular updates on pipeline status and helped improve time-to-hire by streamlining processes.