Subha Sivakumar

Background

About Subha Sivakumar

As a Staffing Operations Manager, I lead a high-performing team of recruiters supporting top-tier OEM clients, including Ford, General Motors, Stellantis, and HATCI. I oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring job orders are assigned promptly and candidate submissions meet our 48-hour turnaround commitment.I bring strategic oversight to daily recruiting operations—mentoring, coaching, and holding my team accountable while creating a culture of high performance and continuous learning. I foster long-term success through collaborative leadership, goal alignment, and individualized development plans.I conduct weekly staff meetings to review recruiter performance, track submission speed, provide constructive feedback, and recognize team members for their outstanding contributions—reinforcing a positive, results-driven work culture.I implement and maintain clear recruiting process documentation, manage pre-employment checks (drug screenings, background verifications), and ensure strict compliance with client SLAs. I also drive operational excellence through data-driven forecasting, performance analytics, and workflow optimization.I manage recruiting budgets and lead all contract negotiations for ATS and sourcing tools, ensuring alignment with financial goals. I also oversee ATS integration and vendor performance.My leadership style emphasizes strategic planning, adaptability, and proactive talent management. I’ve built scalable hiring strategies that improve retention, enhance team agility, and ensure workforce readiness for evolving client needs.Passionate about building elite, diverse, and resilient talent acquisition teams, I focus on results, candidate experience, and long-term client partnerships. I lead with empathy, precision, and purpose—driving outcomes that align with business growth and talent excellence.