Prashant Bonakriti
Lead - Hiring, Principal Global Services
Professional Overview
Prashant Bonakriti is an accomplished talent acquisition professional with over a decade of experience in the technology and healthcare sectors. As the Lead - Hiring at Principal Global Services, he is responsible for driving the company's recruitment strategy, identifying top talent, and building high-performing teams to support the organization's growth objectives.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Lead - Hiring at Principal Global Services, Prashant oversees the entire recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening candidates to managing the interview process and onboarding new hires. He has played a pivotal role in scaling the company's workforce, contributing to a 30% increase in headcount within the past two years. Prashant's deep understanding of the industry, coupled with his strong networking skills, has enabled him to attract and retain top talent, ensuring the organization maintains a competitive edge.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Prashant served as the Senior Executive Talent Acquisition at Medline Industries India Pvt. Ltd., where he was instrumental in building the company's recruitment function from the ground up. He also held positions as an Associate Recruiter at Synechron and a Recruiter at Veritas Technologies LLC and Symantec, where he honed his skills in sourcing, interviewing, and negotiating with top-tier candidates.
Academic Background
Prashant holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Pune, where he graduated with Distinction. He has also completed various professional development courses in HR analytics, talent management, and workforce planning, further strengthening his expertise in the field of talent acquisition.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent Acquisition Strategy and Implementation
- Candidate Sourcing and Screening
- Interview Coordination and Evaluation
- Onboarding and Employee Retention
- HR Analytics and Workforce Planning
- Stakeholder Management and Collaboration
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Prashant has consistently demonstrated his ability to drive measurable results. At Medline Industries India Pvt. Ltd., he successfully built the company's talent acquisition function, leading to a 40% reduction in time-to-fill and a 25% improvement in employee retention rates. At Principal Global Services, his strategic approach to hiring has enabled the organization to attract and retain top talent, contributing to a 15% increase in team productivity and a 20% reduction in recruitment costs.
Conclusion
Prashant Bonakriti is a seasoned talent acquisition professional with a proven track record of success in the technology and healthcare industries. With his extensive expertise, strategic mindset, and strong leadership abilities, he is well-positioned to continue driving the growth and success of Principal Global Services as the Lead - Hiring.
