Talent Acquisition Specialist

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

As Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting hiring across India and other APAC markets while partnering closely with Global and Regional TA COE, Hiring Managers, and HR Business Partners.

You will help deliver exceptional candidate and hiring manager experiences through proactive sourcing, effective stakeholder partnership, and high-quality recruitment execution. As an ambassador for the Ingredion employer brand, you will build relationships with active and passive talent, leverage data and market insights, and contribute to attracting top talent across the region.

Location: Mumbai

Reports to: APAC Talent Acquisition Lead

Workplace Type: Hybrid

What you will do:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for assigned roles—from crafting engaging job descriptions and sourcing strategies to managing interviews, feedback, and offer negotiations.

• Foster strong partnerships with hiring managers and HRBPs by proactively resolving issues through clear communication and expectation management.

• Champion the Ingredion Employment Brand by building trust with candidates and coaching stakeholders to represent the brand effectively.

• Ensure data accuracy and compliance in the ATS through consistent usage and timely updates to support reporting and business needs.

• Expand talent pipelines using social media, career fairs, and networking; initiate outreach and persuasively communicate opportunities to passive candidates.

• Support strategic initiatives in Candidate Experience, Talent Acquisition, and Inclusion & Belonging process excellence.

• Stay ahead of market trends to advise stakeholders and build networks that enhance talent insights and recruiting effectiveness.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.

• Experience in recruitment, talent sourcing, executive search, or talent acquisition within an agency or in-house environment.

• Proven experience recruiting for manufacturing and supply chain functions primarily in Ahmedabad, Gujerat

• Experience recruiting in Mumbai for B2B Commercial, Finance, HR, or Corporate functions

• Expert skill in using LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing platforms to identify and engage talent.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities across several stakeholders simultaneously.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Who you are: 

• Innately collaborative, proactive, and customer focused.

• Avid learner with high energy, enthusiasm and a growth mindset.
• Capable critical thinker, quick at problem solving and manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrates curiosity about talent markets and translate insights into action.
• Balances speed, quality, and compliance in recruitment delivery.
• Communicates clearly, confidently, and professionally with stakeholders at all levels.
• Contribute positively to a highly collaborative regional and global Talent Acquisition team.

Why Join Ingredion? 

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities.
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available:

No