Senior Manager - Operations

Sr. Manager - Operations

Working Days: Monday to Saturday

Job Purpose:

The Sr. Manager - Operations will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end operations of the manufacturing facilities. The role demands a strategic and hands-on leader who can ensure operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, safety, and compliance while aligning plant performance with broader organizational objectives.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Planning & Leadership:

- Develop and implement strategic initiatives to drive efficiency, productivity, and profitability.

- Align plant operations with organizational goals both short-term and long-term.

- Lead capacity expansion, modernization, and infrastructure development projects.

2. Operations Management:

- Supervise daily manufacturing operations ensuring high-quality output and timely deliveries.

- Optimize the use of manpower, materials, and machinery for maximum productivity.

- Define and monitor KPIs to enable data-driven continuous improvement.

3. Financial Management:

- Prepare, manage, and monitor plant budgets for cost optimization.

- Analyze operational costs and implement strategies for improved profitability.

4. Safety & Compliance:

- Enforce strict safety standards and ensure a zero-incident workplace.

- Ensure full compliance with legal, environmental, and regulatory standards.

5. Team Management:

- Lead, mentor, and motivate cross-functional teams and plant managers.

- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

- Identify skill gaps and implement training and development programs.

6. Continuous Improvement:

- Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other industry best practices.

- Promote innovation and technology adoption for improved operational outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Education: Bachelors degree in Engineering / Industrial Management or related field. MBA preferred.

- Experience: 12+ years in manufacturing/plant operations, including 10+ years in a senior leadership capacity.

- Proven track record of driving operational excellence and scaling manufacturing capabilities.

- Strong expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process improvement.

- Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

- Financial acumen with experience in budget management and cost control.

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Thane