Understand and execute the Manufacturing strategy, design of organisation structure, workforce planning, capability frameworks to drive productivity, efficiency and strong culture of safety and accountability. Collaboration with other teams and support functions will be required for consistency.

• Develop end to end set up and operationalization of manufacturing facility including infrastructure readiness. Lead and manage the manufacturing department, including supply chain, development build and test, operations and project management. Build trust and respect by being a visible, approachable presence daily, and ensuring employees feel heard and supported.
• Collaborate with the relevant country teams to ensure achievable production schedules, quality and cost standards and support services are agreed and executed accordingly. Collaborate with the global procurement team on developing and maintaining excellent supplier relationships to optimise inbound supply chain, meeting the needs of our production schedule, and ensuring liaison with the customer on their forecasts and deliveries.
• Stay agile to changing customer needs and market demands in accordance with strategy, ensuring operational direction supports the organisation’s growth and balancing multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of quality and service.
• Oversee statutory and regulatory approvals required as per Law including factory registration and labour compliance, engage with Government Bodies and Regulatory agencies, ensure 100% adherence to both local and global standards.
• Set up strong Governance mechanisms for project management – milestone achievement, risk mitigation, track, measure and publish key metrics dashboards
• Develop local SOPs (Standard Operating procedures) aligned to safety and Indian Factory Act requirements, covering quality, maintenance and operations. Liaise with local authorities to ensure smooth operations.