Chief Executive Officer

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location: Bangalore, India.

About Ryvid Motorcycles

Ryvid Motorcycles, part of the Machani Group, is an emerging global electric performance motorcycle brand, inspired by cutting-edge design and engineering excellence. With deep roots in manufacturing and mobility innovation, Ryvid aims to redefine the premium electric motorcycle experienceoffering global riders a fusion of design, performance, and sustainability.

Role Overview

The CEO will be responsible for shaping and executing Ryvid's global strategy building a differentiated premium EV motorcycle brand from India for the world. The role demands a visionary leader who can scale a high-performance business, drive product and market innovation, raise capital, and build a culture of excellence across engineering, operations, and go-to-market functions.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute Ryvid's global business strategy positioning it as a world-class EV motorcycle brand.
• Define and drive the company's short-, medium-, and long-term growth roadmap across India, the U.S., and other global markets.
• Translate the Machani Group's vision for clean-tech mobility into a scalable and profitable business model.

Global Market Expansion

• Build market presence in India, North America, Europe, and other strategic geographies.
• Identify and forge partnerships with distributors, dealers, and OEM networks.
• Lead market entry strategy from regulatory clearances and product localization to customer experience and brand storytelling.

Fundraising and Investor Relations

• Lead Series A/B fundraising rounds through a mix of strategic investors, venture capital, and institutional funds.
• Build relationships with investors, financial institutions, and strategic partners to ensure sustainable capital flow.
• Oversee financial governance, reporting, and valuation growth metrics in line with Machani Group's standards.

Product & Innovation Strategy

• Partner with the CTO and global R&D teams (India & California) to accelerate product innovation cycles.
• Ensure alignment between design, engineering, and customer experience to create category-leading motorcycles.
• Champion data-driven decision-making across supply chain, production, and customer insights.

Operations & Execution Excellence

• Oversee production scale-up at Ryvid's Indian manufacturing facilities to achieve operational efficiency and profitability.
• Drive indigenization of supply chain and vendor ecosystem to optimize cost and quality.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for delivery, cost, quality, and sustainability.

Brand & Community Building

• Position Ryvid as an aspirational lifestyle brand for performance riders globally.
• Oversee global marketing, brand collaborations, and experiential engagement strategies.
• Foster an authentic rider community that embodies the Ryvid philosophy of innovation and adventure.

Leadership & Culture

• Build and lead a high-performance leadership team spanning engineering, design, operations, and marketing.
• Foster a culture of innovation, transparency, and accountability.
• Represent Ryvid externally as a thought leader in clean mobility, design innovation, and sustainable manufacturing.

8. Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: 1525 years overall, with at least 8 years in senior leadership roles in automotive, EV, or mobility startups.
• Proven experience in scaling a global business ideally in EVs, premium motorcycles, or consumer tech.
• Strong track record in fundraising, investor engagement, and strategic partnerships.
• Deep understanding of global supply chains, manufacturing operations, and emerging market dynamics.
• Passion for mobility innovation, design-led products, and sustainability.
• Educational background: Engineering or Business Administration preferred; global exposure is an advantage.

9. Key Attributes

Strategic thinker with entrepreneurial agility.

Ability to blend vision with operational execution.

Strong global outlook and cultural sensitivity.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Passionate about performance bikes and clean technology.

Performance Indicators

Revenue growth and profitability (EBITDA positive targets).

Successful completion of global fundraising rounds.

Market expansion and brand visibility across geographies.

Product innovation cycles and customer satisfaction metrics.

Leadership team development and organizationa