BIOGRAPHY

Lia brings 20+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, both agency and in-house, mainly in the fast pace SaaS industry. She currently holds the position of VP Global Talent Acquisition at SAP LeanIX . She has made a mark in the world of talent acquisition by assuming strategic leadership roles throughout her career.

At previous employers and at SAP LeanIX , Lia has built a successful Talent Acquisition functions with automation as the foundation of the hiring process. With her Talent Acquisition team she is in charge of formulating and executing hiring strategies on an global scale, aligning efforts to attract, secure, and nurture top talent from across the globe to support SAP LeanIX hyper growth plans.

She stands out in the dynamic landscape of tech recruitment for her pioneering use of cutting-edge technologies in synergy with a deeply rooted belief in maintaining the human touch in the recruitment process. This approach has been instrumental in building SAP LeanIX's strong reputation as an attractive tech hub for diverse talent.
Lia is a true advocate of both DEI and innovation, she fosters an environment that encourages exploring new technologies. Yet, remains committed to ensuring a human-centred approach, compliance with data privacy norms, and addressing other key facets integral to a modern, balanced recruitment journey.

Leverage AI for Skills Base Hiring

What is the one thing in Talent Acquisition we should never automate? What is the effect of a skills-based hiring strategy on automation and AI? What are the often-overlooked risks of AI hiring tools?

Talent Acquisition expert Lia de Kruif will talk about how SAP LeanIX uses automation and AI to attract and manage the hiring processes of diverse talent. You will learn how AI enables teams to increase efficiency and maintain the human touch in the recruitment process. Lia will share insights on:

The benefits of automation and an AI-enabled approach in hiring processes
The effect of a skills-based hiring strategy on automation and AI
Understanding the importance of adhering to a digitized recruitment process while ensuring the human element is not lost.

  • Future of Work, Agile HR, HR Tech & People Analytics
  • Talent Acquisition & Management