Description:

About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned, strategic, and results-driven Head of Production to lead our end-to-end manufacturing operations.

This pivotal leadership role demands exceptional expertise in production planning, raw material management, operational efficiency, and cross-functional team leadership.

The ideal candidate will drive excellence in execution, foster innovation, and scale operations in alignment with our growth ambitions and uncompromising quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Production Planning & Execution

- Design and implement robust, forward-looking production strategies in close alignment with merchandising, sales, and supply chain teams.

- Translate business objectives into actionable production schedules, ensuring agility, efficiency, and on-time delivery of finished goods.

- Develop capacity planning models to scale production across multiple product categories and peak periods.

Raw Material & Inventory Optimization

- Lead procurement strategy for raw materials, ensuring consistent quality, timely delivery, and cost optimization.

- Implement predictive inventory systems to prevent stockouts or overages, while improving working capital efficiency.

- Build strong, performance-based relationships with domestic and international suppliers for long-term value creation.

Process Excellence & Operational Innovation

- Champion lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Kaizen) to drive operational excellence.

- Standardize production processes across units while ensuring adaptability to product-specific requirements.

- Establish and enforce rigorous quality control, safety, and compliance protocols in accordance with industry and regulatory benchmarks.

Leadership & Cross-functional Team Development

- Inspire, mentor, and lead a high-performance production team; build a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.

- Set clear performance expectations, conduct structured reviews, and design career progression pathways for team growth.

- Partner with HR and Learning teams to institutionalize skill-building programs and succession planning.

Stakeholder Communication & Reporting

- Act as the central point of coordination between merchandising, design, quality, logistics, and finance teams to ensure seamless production workflows.

- Provide regular performance reports and strategic insights to senior leadership, including throughput metrics, cost variances, and productivity KPIs.

- Proactively identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and maintain transparency across all levels of the organization.

Advanced Production Planning & Control (PPC)

- Leverage advanced PPC methodologies and digital tools to drive production accuracy, improve forecasting, and minimize waste.

- Analyze production trends and historical data to inform decision-making and optimize plant capacity utilization.

- Maintain meticulous documentation and compliance records to support audits, certifications, and strategic planning.

Key Skills & Competencies:

- Proven leadership experience in production or manufacturing operations at a senior level (preferably in apparel, FMCG, or consumer durables).

- Expertise in Production Planning & Control (PPC), lean manufacturing, and modern ERP/MES platforms.

- Strong analytical mindset with a data-driven approach to decision-making and problem-solving.

- Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and vendor management skills.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and quality-obsessed environment.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's/Masters degree in Production Engineering, Management, Operations, or related discipline.

- Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in production, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.

- Certifications in Six Sigma, Lean, or Supply Chain Management will be a strong advantage