Manager, Manufacturing

Location: Gurugram, India

Date Posted: Oct 4, 2025

Description

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

Our Performance Improvement team provides Business Transformation and Performance Improvement Services to Corporates, Investors, and their portfolio companies, delivering –

• Performance improvement via cost reduction and revenue growth programmes
• Large, complex organizational restructuring and business transformation
• Rapid Results Program, which helps to quickly and effectively assess business process management risks and identify key areas impeding performance

How you will contribute

As a member of the A&M GCC PI Supply Chain & Manufacturing team, you will be responsible for:

• Project Management – Lead and manage manufacturing improvement projects from inception to completion. Coordinate with cross-functional teams and gain a comprehensive understanding of a target's manufacturing and distribution operations- organization design, production capacity, efficiency, quality, planning, warehousing and team capability
• Process Analysis & Optimization – Evaluate existing manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement. The candidate should know how to develop and implement strategies to optimize production workflows, reduce waste, and improve productivity
• Operations Excellence – Proficiency in Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S and other process improvement tools. Expertise in DMAIC, PDCA and value stream mapping. Candidate should know about Plant Operations and Maintenance functions with good understanding on critical parameters such as OEE, MTBF, TEEP etc.
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement – Evaluate the maintainability and operability of production facilities to identify operational efficiency enhancement and cost reduction opportunities using Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies
• Digital Manufacturing Technology Integration – Assess, design and implement advanced manufacturing technologies, such as ERP Manufacturing Modules, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Plant automation, robotics, and Industry 4.0 solutions (IIOT, Edge Node integration etc.)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6-11 years of experience in manufacturing operations, consulting, or process improvement experience
• Previous advisory experience from a top-tier strategy firm, leading specialist, niche advisory firm, or Big-4 consultancy preferred
• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing or Production Engineering, or a related field
• MBA/ master's degree in supply chain & Operations Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing operations, plants and equipment assessment, value engineering
• Proven track record of implementing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Manufacturing strategy, Capex planning, Manufacturing 4.0/IIoT
• Excellent fact-gathering and analytical skills, including business process mapping and quantitative analysis
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to simultaneously work on several projects and effectively manage deadlines
• High motivation to learn and grow
• Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills to excel in a deadline-driven environment
• Tools Knowledge on Alteryx, Power BI, python, Linear programming platforms, etc. would be an added advantage.
• Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, PMP (Project Management Professional), or equivalent certifications are preferred

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

A&M's entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.

It is Alvarez & Marsal's practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. .

Please note that as per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.