Chief Operating Officer – LATI-LOXIM Thermoplastics Private Ltd

Job Title:
Chief Operating Officer – LATI-LOXIM Thermoplastics Private Ltd

Reports to:
Managing Director

Function/Department:
Business

Team Size:
90 +

Location:
Sanand, Gujarat

Company Overview:

11 June 2025 –
LATI and LOXIM announced the creation of a strategic joint venture aimed at strengthening the presence of both companies in the Indian market for engineering plastics. This agreement follows the spin-off of LOXIM's Engineering Compounds division and the formation of a new entity, LATI-LOXIM Thermoplastics Private Limited, jointly established by both companies.

The new company will combine LATI's technological know-how, as a European leader in high-performance techno polymers, with LOXIM's strong local presence, well-established position in the automotive and electrical markets, and extensive business network across India. LOXIM operates with an annual production capacity of 20,000 tons and has a prominent presence in the industrial district of Sanand (Gujarat). This robust manufacturing base will enable the joint venture to efficiently address the growing demand in the E&E, household appliances, automotive, and e-mobility sectors.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced
Chief Operating Officer who will be responsible for leading the
Engineering Plastics Business
and driving its
strategic, operational, and financial performance and the P&L
. This role requires strong business acumen, operational excellence, and cross-functional leadership to align the BU's goals with overall organizational strategy. The COO will ensure
customer satisfaction, process efficiency, innovation
, and
sustainable growth
while overseeing plant operations, sales, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

A. Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute the long-term strategic roadmap for the LATI-LOXIM.
• Develop annual and mid-term business plans aligned with corporate goals.
• Explore strategic opportunities for business expansion and lateral growth across new markets and products
• Stay ahead of industry trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements.
• Increasing the overall technical capabilities of the organization.

B. Financial Performance

• Drive achievement of revenue, EBITDA, cash flow, and ROI targets.
• Manage P&L for LATI-LOXIM; optimize costs and working capital.
• Monitor performance across LATI-LOXIM; identify levers for margin improvement.
• Lead budgeting and resource allocation aligned with strategic priorities.

C. Operational Excellence

• Oversee end-to-end business to ensure timely production, quality assurance, and delivery.
• Drive initiatives for process improvement, digitization, automation, and capacity expansion.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts in productivity, throughput, and maintenance.

D. Sales & Customer Management

• Collaborate with Sales Heads to grow market share and customer base across geographies.
• Build strong relationships with key clients and strategic accounts.
• Oversee branding, marketing, and communications for the Lati-Loxim.
• Ensure timely execution of customer orders, on-time delivery, and repeat business.

E. People & Culture

• Build and lead a high-performing, cross-functional team.
• Drive a performance-oriented, collaborative, and learning-driven work culture.
• Identify and groom future leaders; support succession planning and capability development.
• Champion employee engagement, retention, and workplace safety.

F. Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with internal leaders (CFO, Sales, HR, Plant Heads) to drive alignment.
• Represent the Lati-Loxim in external forums, industry associations, and government bodies.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors, partners, and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications & Experience

Education
:

• Master's degree in Plastics/Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field (mandatory)
• MBA with a focus on Business Strategy, Operations, or Finance- (preferred).

Experience
:

• 15+ years in
  engineering plastics business
• Proven experience in managing engineering plastic business and large cross-functional teams.
• Strong track record in
  customer engagement, operational transformation,
  and
  business growth
  .
• Exposure to global markets, client management, and regulatory frameworks.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Category KPIs

Financial :
Revenue growth, EBITDA, cash flow, cost optimization

Customer :
Market share, customer satisfaction, new client acquisition

Operations :
Production vs. schedule, delivery timelines, SOP compliance, quality metrics

Compliance & Safety :
HSE adherence, regulatory compliance, incident frequency

People :
Employee engagement, leadership pipeline, retention, learning & development effectiveness

Summary

The Chief Operating Officer – Engineering Plastics is a
transformational leadership
role with full accountability for scaling operations, ensuring world-class manufacturing excellence, and building a resilient and future-ready business. This position is ideal for dynamic leaders with deep industry expertise, a strategic mindset, and strong operational command.

Interested candidates are invited to share their resumes with us