Operations Head - Packaging Material Manufacturing

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Salary range: Rs 1800000 - Rs 2000000 (ie INR 18-20 LPA)
Min Experience: 15 years
Location: Bengaluru
JobType: full-time

We are seeking a seasoned Operations Head to oversee the daily functioning of our packaging material manufacturing business based in Bangalore. This role is ideal for a highly driven leader with a finance background and extensive experience in operations within the manufacturing sector. The candidate will be responsible for streamlining and managing cross-functional operations spanning manufacturing, finance, HR, procurement, logistics, and administration.

As the central figure in the operations team, you will drive performance, enhance productivity, ensure cost-effectiveness, and enable sustainable growth in alignment with the company’s strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-End Operations Oversight:
  Manage and coordinate the daily operations across all departments — manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, finance, HR, and administration — ensuring alignment and efficiency.
• Finance and Budgetary Control:
  Leverage your financial background to supervise budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and profitability enhancement. Monitor financial KPIs and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Manufacturing Excellence:
  Lead production planning, quality control, and process improvement to achieve output efficiency. Drive factory performance while maintaining product quality and safety standards.
• Strategic Planning & Execution:
  Collaborate with senior management to set strategic objectives, convert them into operational plans, and ensure successful execution through effective resource management.
• Vendor & Supply Chain Management:
  Oversee sourcing strategies, vendor negotiations, raw material procurement, inventory management, and logistics to ensure timely delivery and cost-effectiveness.
• HR & People Management:
  Manage workforce planning, employee engagement, policy enforcement, and performance management in collaboration with the HR team.
• Administrative & Compliance Functions:
  Supervise office and facility management, ensure legal and statutory compliance, and handle all documentation and reporting requirements related to business operations.
• Stakeholder Reporting:
  Provide regular updates to leadership on operational metrics, performance benchmarks, and improvement initiatives. Prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Educational Background:
  Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Commerce, or Engineering. An MBA or equivalent in Operations/Finance is preferred.
• Experience:
  Minimum of 15 years of experience in operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role in a manufacturing or packaging setup.
• Domain Knowledge:
  Strong understanding of manufacturing workflows, cost structures, plant operations, supply chain logistics, and HR policies.
• Skills:
• Strategic and analytical mindset with strong business acumen
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills
• Proficiency in ERP systems, operations planning tools, and financial software
• Problem-solving orientation with a hands-on approach