Chief Operating Officer - Manufacturing Business

- We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead a team of 87 people and optimize all operational functions of our manufacturing business.

- Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations to achieve production, quality, cost, and delivery targets. Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with business goals.

- Improve plant productivity, capacity utilization, and operational efficiency.

- Ensure adherence to production schedules and customer commitments.

- Oversee procurement, inventory management, warehousing, and logistics.

- Optimize inventory levels and working capital.

- Build strong supplier relationships and negotiate cost-effective sourcing arrangements.

- Ensure uninterrupted material availability.

- Drive operational profitability and EBITDA improvement.

- Monitor budgets, cost controls, and resource utilization.

- Analyze operational KPIs and implement corrective actions.

- Support annual business planning and forecasting processes.

- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

- Strengthen quality management systems and customer satisfaction.

- Reduce defects, rework, and customer complaints.

- Lead and mentor department heads across Production, Design & Development, HR,

- Build a high-performance and accountability-driven culture.

- Develop succession plans and leadership capabilities within the organization.

- Partner with the MD/CEO to execute business expansion plans.

- Evaluate capacity expansion, automation, and technology investments.

- Participate in strategic decision-making and long-term business planning.

- Support new product introductions and market expansion initiatives.

- Quality metrics (PPM, rejection rates, customer complaints).