Managing Director/Plant Head/CEO

Role & responsibilities

Financial Leadership

• Full ownership of P&L and financial stewardship for the Indian operation.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning in alignment with group goals.
• Ensure compliance with Indian accounting standards and global GAAP, partnering with third-party auditors and corporate finance.
• Maintain strong financial controls, reporting discipline, and audit readiness.

Sales & Business Development

• Develop and execute a local sales strategy to grow domestic market share and support global customer relationships.
• Expand business with existing OEM clients while pursuing new opportunities.
• Ensure efficient and professional handling of RFQs and customer communication.
• Deliver consistent sales reporting and performance tracking.

Human Resources Leadership

• Drive a culture of performance, accountability, and compliance through best-practice HR leadership.
• Oversee talent planning, capacity alignment, and compliance with corporate and local labor laws.
• Manage performance cycles, compensation planning, and employee development programs.
• Support a safe, engaged, and inclusive workplace culture.

Operational Oversight

• Work closely with GM Operations to provide strategic direction and accountability for production, quality, engineering, and procurement functions.
• Ensure timely delivery, product quality, cost optimization, and continuous process improvement.
• Monitor operational KPIs, manage labor relations, and uphold safety and compliance standards.
• Maintain effective communication and reporting systems across departments.

Preferred candidate profile

• Proven executive experience (20+ years) with a track record of building relationships/business with multi-national customers, preferably in manufacturing, automotive, or industrial sectors.
• Strong financial acumen and demonstrated P&L ownership.
• Deep understanding of sales strategy, customer relationship management, and market development.
• Hands-on experience managing HR strategy and compliance in India.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a global manufacturing environment with exposure to OEM customers.
• Track record of driving operational excellence and cultural transformation.
• Engineering or business degree; MBA or related advanced degree is an asset.

Personal Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with hands-on leadership style.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
• High integrity, results-oriented, and culturally agile.