Job Description - Site Head (Plant Head), Dahej Plant with the leading Pharma Company.

Position Title: Site Head (Plant Head)

Designation: AVP / VP - Operations

Location: Dahej, Gujarat

Department: Plant Operations

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Plant Head to lead our USFDA-approved formulation plant at Dahej. The incumbent will be responsible for overall plant management, ensuring seamless operations across Production, Manufacturing, Quality, HR, Warehouse, Engineering, Maintenance, IT, Stores, and Purchase functions. The role demands strong leadership, regulatory compliance knowledge, and proven expertise in managing large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

- Provide overall direction, leadership and vision for the Dahej Plant.

- Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.

- Ensure adherence to corporate goals, compliance, and sustainability objectives.

Regulatory & Compliance:

- Ensure strict compliance with USFDA and other international regulatory guidelines.

- Lead and support inspections, audits, and regulatory submissions.

- Establish and maintain robust quality systems and EHS practices.

Operations Management:

- Oversee end-to-end plant operations including Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, HR, IT, and Administration.

- Drive productivity, efficiency, and cost optimization across all functions.

- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure timely achievement of business objectives.

People Leadership:

- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing cross-functional team.

- Drive employee engagement, talent development, and succession planning.

- Foster a culture of safety, quality, and accountability.

Financial Management:

- Oversee plant budgets, cost control, and resource allocation.

- Ensure optimal utilization of resources while maintaining profitability.

Stakeholder Management:

- Coordinate with corporate leadership for alignment on strategic priorities.

- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, vendors, and partners.

Desired Candidate Profile:

- Education: B.Pharm / M.Pharm.

Experience:

- 20+ years of total experience with at least 8-10 years in senior leadership roles in pharmaceutical plant management.

- Proven track record of leading a USFDA-approved formulation plant.

- Strong exposure to Production, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and cross-functional leadership.

Skills & Competencies:

- Deep understanding of global regulatory requirements (USFDA, MHRA, EU, etc.).

- Strong leadership and people management skills.

- Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and crisis management ability.

- Financial acumen with exposure to budgeting and cost optimization.

- Effective communication and stakeholder management.

Key Attributes:

- Visionary leader with high integrity.

- Strong focus on compliance, safety, and quality.

- Result-oriented, hands-on approach to plant management.

- Ability to drive change and continuous improvement.