Head of Production

10 hours ago

Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India Godrej Agrovet Ltd - Aqua Feeds Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

Job Title:
Production Head – Aqua Feed Manufacturing Plants (Production, Stores & Logistics)

Location:
Vijayawada

Reports To:
COO

Direct Reports:
Plant Managers, Stores & Logistics Managers, & Maintenance Leads

Role Purpose:

The Operations Head will provide strategic and operational leadership for aqua feed manufacturing plants, covering
Production, Stores, Warehousing, and Logistics
. The role is responsible for ensuring end-to-end operational efficiency, high-quality output, compliance, and seamless supply chain execution, thereby enabling business growth and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Operations & Production

  • Lead daily operations across all plants with focus on productivity, efficiency, and quality.
  • Ensure continuous improvements in capacity utilization, process automation, and lean manufacturing.
  • Monitor production KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime, wastage, cost per MT).

2. Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure strict adherence to statutory quality norms.
  • Partner with Quality & R&D teams for product consistency and innovation support.
  • Drive a "zero defect" culture across plants.

3. Stores & Warehouse Management

  • Oversee raw material stores, finished goods warehouses, and spare parts management.
  • Implement strong inventory control systems with optimal stock levels (safety stock, reorder points).
  • Leverage ERP systems for real-time visibility of stock movement and accuracy.

4. Logistics & Distribution

  • Manage inbound logistics of raw materials and outbound distribution of finished products.
  • Ensure cost-effective transportation while maintaining timely deliveries to dealers/farmers.
  • Negotiate contracts with transporters, third-party logistics providers, and warehouse partners, if needed.
  • Monitor logistics KPIs (On-Time Delivery %, Freight Cost per MT, Transit Losses).

5. Supply Chain Integration

  • Collaborate with procurement for timely sourcing of raw materials.
  • Work with sales & demand planning to align production schedules with market demand.
  • Optimize end-to-end supply chain to reduce lead times and working capital.

6. People Leadership

  • Lead, mentor, and build capability in production, stores, and logistics teams.
  • Implement performance-driven culture with clear KPIs and accountability.
  • Foster collaboration between plant teams and central functions.

7. Cost & Financial Control

  • Own P&L accountability for operations, including production, stores, and logistics costs.
  • Drive cost optimization through energy efficiency, transport optimization, and waste reduction.
  • Regularly review cost per MT and implement savings initiatives.

8. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

  • Ensure 100% compliance with HSE regulations across plants, stores, and logistics.
  • Drive accident-free culture with training, audits, and corrective measures.
  • Promote sustainability initiatives such as waste recycling, energy conservation, and green logistics.

Key Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong leadership in managing
    end-to-end operations
    (production, stores, and logistics).
  • Expertise in inventory management, distribution planning, and cost control.
  • Knowledge of aqua feed industry standards and practices is preferable.
  • High-level problem-solving, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor's / Master's degree in Engineering
  • 15–20 years of experience in feed/food/agri industry with at least 5+ years in multi-plant operations leadership.
  • Proven exposure to
    plant operations + stores + logistics management
    .

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