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You will be responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end operations of the Pharmaceutical Business Unit within a specialty chemical manufacturing environment. Your role will involve driving strategic initiatives, overseeing cross-functional processes, and mentoring a team to ensure operational excellence and business growth. **Key Responsibilities:** - **Operational Oversight:** Manage daily operations across supply chain, production scheduling, inventory control, and quality assurance to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to product standards. - **Team Leadership & Development:** Supervise and mentor Business Operations Associates, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration. - **Process Improvement:** Identify inefficiencies in workflows and implement Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to reduce cycle times and operating costs. - **KPI Development & Reporting:** Design and maintain dashboards to track key metrics, presenting insights and recommendations to senior management. - **Vendor & Stakeholder Management:** Negotiate service agreements, monitor vendor performance, and coordinate with various departments to align priorities. - **Budget & Cost Control:** Oversee BU P&L, track expenditures against budget, and drive cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality. - **Risk & Compliance Management:** Ensure regulatory compliance and implement corrective actions as needed. - **Change Management:** Lead projects to integrate new ERP modules, digital tools, or process transformations with minimal disruption. **Required Qualifications:** - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Business Administration, or a related field. - 7+ years of progressive experience in operations within pharmaceutical, specialty chemical manufacturing, or similar industries. - Proven track record in leading teams and managing cross-functional processes. - Strong analytical skills with proficiency in ERP systems, advanced Excel, and BI/reporting tools. - Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities. **Technical Skills:** - ERP & MRP systems. - Data analysis tools like Advanced Excel, Tableau/Power BI. - Project management tools. - Quality management systems (QMS) and document control. **Soft Skills:** - Strategic thinking and problem-solving mindset. - Leadership and coaching aptitude. - Strong organizational and prioritization skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication. - Adaptability in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. **About the Company:** We are a specialty chemicals manufacturing company based in Bengaluru, India, with a full-stack solution from R&D to manufacturing and doorstep delivery of innovative chemicals. Our B2B fulfillment platform supports businesses globally in developing and manufacturing chemicals from lab to commercial scale. We are VC-backed, with offices in India, UAE, and Indonesia, currently exporting to over 17 countries. To learn more, visit our official website at [Scimplify](https://www.scimplify.com/). If you are passionate about working with fast-paced, high-growth teams, and are a startup enthusiast, we welcome you to join our team. Please email your resume to pragati.s@scimplify.com to explore synergies. You will be responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end operations of the Pharmaceutical Business Unit within a specialty chemical manufacturing environment. Your role will involve driving strategic initiatives, overseeing cross-functional processes, and mentoring a team to ensure operational excellence and business growth. **Key Responsibilities:** - **Operational Oversight:** Manage daily operations across supply chain, production scheduling, inventory control, and quality assurance to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to product standards. - **Team Leadership & Development:** Supervise and mentor Business Operations Associates, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration. - **Process Improvement:** Identify inefficiencies in workflows and implement Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to reduce cycle times and operating costs. - **KPI Development & Reporting:** Design and maintain dashboards to track key metrics, presenting insights and recommendations to senior management. - **Vendor & Stakeholder Management:** Negotiate service agreements, monitor vendor performance, and coordinate with various departments to align priorities. - **Budget & Cost Control:** Oversee BU P&L, track expenditures against budget, and drive cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality. - **Risk & Compliance Management:** Ensure regulatory compliance and implement corrective actions as needed. - **Change Management:** Lead projects to integrate new ERP modules, digital tools, or process transformations with minimal disruption. **Required Qualifications:** - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Biotechnology,
