Vice President Operations
4 days ago
Role & 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 regulatoryguidelines.
- 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.
Preferred candidate profile
- 15+ 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.
