Role Purpose:

The GM - Operations will be responsible for leading strategic sourcing, supply chain excellence, project execution, and operational improvement initiatives for global customers. The role requires developing and managing a robust supplier base, driving new product development, ensuring quality assurance, and delivering projects on time, within budget, and to customer expectations.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in manufacturing or export-oriented organizations with extensive experience in supplier development, sourcing, and project management.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing:

- Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with customer requirements and business objectives.

- Identify, evaluate, and develop new suppliers across multiple manufacturing commodities.

- Lead commercial negotiations to achieve competitive pricing, quality, and delivery.

- Drive supplier localization and long-term sourcing strategies.

Supply Chain Excellence:

- Ensure uninterrupted supply through effective supplier relationship management.

- Monitor supplier performance on quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness.

- Implement supply chain improvement initiatives to optimize lead time, inventory, and overall operational efficiency.

- Mitigate supply risks through supplier development and contingency planning.

Project Execution:

- Lead end-to-end execution of new product development projects from RFQ to mass production.

- Coordinate cross-functional activities involving sourcing, engineering, quality, suppliers, and customers.

- Track project milestones and ensure timely execution within budget.

- Identify project risks and implement corrective actions to achieve successful project delivery.

Product Development:

- Manage new product development activities in collaboration with customers and suppliers.

- Conduct technical feasibility reviews and manufacturing assessments.

- Support design optimization, value engineering, and cost reduction initiatives.

- Ensure smooth industrialization and product launch.

Supplier Management:

- Develop and maintain a high-performing supplier network.

- Conduct supplier qualification, capability assessments, and periodic performance reviews.

- Drive supplier capability improvement through continuous development programs.

- Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers to support long-term business growth.

Quality Assurance:

- Ensure supplier compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

- Lead APQP, PPAP, process validation, and supplier quality improvement initiatives.

- Monitor supplier quality performance and implement corrective and preventive actions.

- Drive continuous improvement to achieve zero-defect and on-time delivery performance.

Operational Improvement:

- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost, quality, delivery, productivity, and process efficiency.

- Implement Lean methodologies and best practices to enhance operational performance.

- Standardize sourcing and project execution processes to improve organizational effectiveness.

Key Result Areas (KRAs):

- Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimization

- Supply Chain Performance

- New Product Development & Project Execution

- Supplier Development & Performance

- Quality Assurance & Supplier Compliance

- Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

- Customer Satisfaction & On-Time Delivery

Preferred Candidate Profile:

- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Production, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline.

- 10 - 15 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Operations, or Project Management.

- Experience in Manufacturing or Export-oriented organizations is mandatory.

- Strong exposure to supplier development, new product development, quality systems, and project execution.

- Excellent commercial negotiation, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.