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 experience—offering 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: 15–25 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