Talent Acquisition Partner

Wabtec Corporation https://www.wabteccorp.com  is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 30K employees in facilities throughout the world.

Talent Acquisition Partner Location: Bengaluru, India

Function: Human Resources - Talent Acquisition

Experience: 10+ Years

Reports To: Talent Acquisition Lead  About the Role Wabtec is seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Senior Talent Acquisition Partner to lead hiring initiatives across Engineering, Digital, IT, Manufacturing, Corporate Functions, and Leadership roles. This individual will serve as a strategic talent advisor to business leaders, driving hiring outcomes through strong stakeholder management, market intelligence, talent mapping, and disciplined execution against aggressive hiring metrics. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a proven track record of closing complex and niche positions, and is passionate about delivering measurable business impact through talent acquisition excellence. Key Responsibilities Strategic Talent Partnering Partner with senior business leaders to understand workforce plans and proactively develop talent acquisition strategies aligned to business priorities. Act as a trusted advisor to Hiring Managers and HR Business Partners on talent market trends, compensation intelligence, competitor hiring activity, and talent availability. Lead hiring discussions for critical, niche, and leadership positions. Drive data-driven recruitment decisions and influence hiring outcomes through market insights. End-to-End Recruitment Leadership Own the full recruitment lifecycle from requisition approval to candidate onboarding. Develop sourcing strategies for difficult-to-fill and high-priority positions. Build robust talent pipelines through direct sourcing, networking, referrals, passive candidate engagement, and talent mapping. Ensure high-quality candidate assessment and selection processes. Drive offer negotiations and improve offer acceptance rates. Recruitment Metrics & Operational Excellence Deliver hiring targets while consistently meeting and exceeding key recruitment metrics. Drive accountability with hiring managers to ensure hiring decisions are made within established timelines. Monitor recruitment funnel performance and proactively address bottlenecks. Ensure all requisitions have clear hiring plans, interview teams, and decision timelines. Leadership & Stakeholder Management Influence senior stakeholders to drive faster hiring decisions and improve recruitment efficiency. Conduct regular hiring reviews with business leaders and HR leadership. Escalate hiring risks proactively and recommend mitigation plans. Mentor recruiters and share best practices across the Talent Acquisition team. Diversity & Employer Branding Champion diversity hiring initiatives and build diverse candidate pipelines. Support leadership diversity hiring objectives through targeted sourcing strategies. Represent Wabtec at industry events, networking forums, and campus engagement programs. Strengthen Wabtec's employer brand through candidate engagement and market outreach initiatives. Key Performance Metrics (KPIs) The successful candidate will be measured on: Delivery Metrics Time-to-Fill Time-to-Slate Offer Acceptance Rate Requisition Aging Hiring Manager Satisfaction Candidate Experience Scores Quality of Hire Direct Sourcing Ratio Agency Spend Reduction Strategic Metrics Diversity Hiring Achievement Leadership/Critical Role Closure Rate Pipeline Readiness for Strategic Skills Internal Mobility and Talent Conversion Metrics Campus and Internship Conversion Success Operational Metrics ATS Data Accuracy SLA Adherence Interview Scheduling Turnaround Time Recruitment Process Compliance Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field. 10-12 years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience within Engineering, Industrial, Manufacturing, Technology, GCC, or multinational environments. Demonstrated success hiring for Engineering, Software, Hardware, Embedded Systems, Digital Technology, AI/ML, Data Analytics, Manufacturing, and Leadership positions. Proven experience partnering with Director-level and VP-level stakeholders. Strong expertise in LinkedIn Recruiter, talent mapping, market research, and direct sourcing. Experience managing high-volume as well as niche hiring requirements simultaneously. Strong understanding of recruitment analytics and workforce planning.

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity - Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated. To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you!

Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First? At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other. If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we? Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com. Culture powers us and the possibilities. We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.