Umendra Life Sciences

Position Title : President - Operations

Company : Umendra Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.

Location : Bavla, Ahmedabad, India (On-site)

Employment Type : Full-Time

Reporting To : Board of Directors & Managing Director

Experience Required : 15-18 years

About Us:

Umendra Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd. is a fast-growing pharmaceutical and personal care manufacturing company, committed to excellence, compliance, and innovation. With a focus on global markets, we operate state-of-the-art facilities that adhere to stringent quality and regulatory standards. As we expand our operations, we seek visionary leadership to drive our factory's growth and long-term sustainability.

Role Overview:

- The President - Operations is the seniormost leader at the manufacturing facility, accountable for overall performance and long-term operational strategy.

- This role carries full P&L ownership, responsibility for regulatory and statutory compliance, and the mandate to drive productivity, efficiency, and culture across the factory.

- The President will act as the critical link between the Board/MD and the entire factory workforce, ensuring alignment of plant operations with the company's vision of becoming a globally trusted name in personal care and pharmaceuticals.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic & Leadership Responsibilities:

- Define and execute the long-term operational strategy for the factory in alignment with corporate objectives.- Provide visionary leadership across all functions: Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, HR, EHS, Procurement, and Administration.

- Serve as a culture-setter and mentor, building strong leadership pipelines and succession plans.- Partner with the MD/Directors on strategic decision-making, risk management, and global expansion initiatives.

Operational Excellence & Performance:

- Ensure seamless day-to-day operations, achieving and exceeding production, quality, and efficiency targets.

- Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and automation/Industry 4.0 initiatives to continuously improve productivity.

- Implement advanced supply chain strategies for raw materials, packaging, warehousing, and logistics.

- Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize plant uptime.- Build robust operational dashboards and KPIs for real-time performance tracking.

Compliance & Governance:

- Ensure 100% compliance with GMP, ISO, USFDA, BIS, and global regulatory frameworks.- Establish robust internal controls, audits, and governance mechanisms.- Represent the company during regulatory inspections, client audits, and industry forums.

Financial & P&L Responsibility:

- Own and deliver the plant's P&L performance, ensuring profitability, cost optimization, and sustainable growth.

- Approve capital investments, technology upgrades, and major procurement decisions.

- Align operational budgets with company financial goals, ensuring fiscal discipline and transparency.

People & Culture:

- Lead and inspire a workforce of 500+ employees, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and high performance.

- Champion employee engagement, talent development, and leadership coaching programs.

- Resolve conflicts, nurture collaboration, and maintain positive industrial relations.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Education: BSc/MSc degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related fields; MBA preferred.-

- Experience: 15-18 years in large-scale factory/plant leadership, preferably in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, FMCG, or exposure to export operations.

- Track Record: Proven success in leading multi-disciplinary teams, handling P&L responsibilities, and driving compliance at scale.

Skills:

- Strong strategic acumen with operational execution capabilities.

- Expertise in quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and global manufacturing standards.

- Financial management, cost optimization, and capital planning.

- Inspirational leadership with the ability to drive organizational change.

Preferred: Experience with global audits (USFDA, EMA, WHO-GMP), lean automation, and setting up/expanding greenfield projects.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to serve as the chief architect of operational excellence, shaping the future of Umendra Life Sciences' flagship facility. The role offers the platform to impact global markets, build world-class teams, and leave a lasting legacy in healthcare manufacturing.