Chief Operations Officer- Auto Components Manufacturer- Delhi

• Take ownership of end-to-end plant and supply chain performance.
• Lead operations for a forward-thinking auto components manufacturer
  

About Our Client

Operational Leadership

• Oversee all daily operations across multiple manufacturing units, including production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain.
• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with business goals to enhance productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
• Ensure smooth coordination between procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and customer fulfilment.
  

Manufacturing Excellence

• Drive lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Set and monitor KPIs across plants for output, OEE, yield, downtime, and rejections.
• Champion technology upgrades, automation, and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
  

Supply Chain & Procurement Oversight

• Align supply chain strategy with production needs and customer commitments.
• Monitor inventory levels, procurement efficiency, vendor performance, and logistics optimisation.
  

Business & Financial Strategy

• Collaborate with the CEO/CFO on P&L management, budgeting, and cost control.
• Identify and execute margin improvement opportunities across the value chain.
• Evaluate capex investments, plant expansions, and capacity enhancements.
  

Quality, Compliance & Customer Delivery

• Ensure adherence to ISO/IATF standards and customer-specific quality requirements.
• Drive zero-defect culture and ensure timely customer deliveries.
• Mitigate operational risks, manage audits, and uphold regulatory compliance.
  

Leadership & People Development

• Lead a cross-functional team across operations, engineering, procurement, and quality.
• Build a high-performance, agile organisation with strong accountability and ownership.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and operational discipline.
  

The Successful Applicant

• B.E./B.Tech and MBA
• Minimum 20 years of experience, including 5+ years in a senior operations leadership role in automotive or auto component manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, lean tools, and plant operations.
• Proven track record in scaling operations, driving efficiency, and managing P&L.
• Strategic mindset with hands-on leadership and execution capability.
• Strong interpersonal, stakeholder management, and team-building skills.
  

What's on Offer

• Lead operations for a forward-thinking auto components manufacturer driving innovation and growth.
• Take ownership of end-to-end plant and supply chain performance.
• Work closely with the CEO to shape the company's operational and strategic direction.
  

Contact: Aaron Rodgers

Quote job ref: JN-072025-6799437