Dellner Polymer Solutions is a business unit within the Dellner Group, a Swedish, privately-owned organization which has routes going back to 1937. We are polymer specialists for a wide range of global markets, providing innovative vibration control, rubber-fabrication and bonding solution to our customers’ complex requirements. We have locations in the UK, India and China. We are seeking an experienced and strategic Business Unit General Manager to lead the Dellner Polymer India Pvt Limited business, in Chennai. This role is pivotal with full P&L responsibility, driving growth, innovation, and operational excellence in line with our long-term corporate strategy. You will report locally to the Dellner Group CEO, India and globally to the Managing Director of Dellner Polymer Solutions. You will use your extensive manufacturing experience, industry knowledge and leadership skills develop and execute a business unit strategy which is aligned with the Company and Group goals focused on revenue growth, profitability and market share. You’ll take full ownership of all operational dimensions, including safety, quality, delivery, cost, environmental, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing excellence. You’ll champion continuous improvement, fostering a culture of excellence, with a strong emphasis on lean practices, automation, and innovation. Business development is a large part of this role. You will build trusted relationships with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers and railway authorities. You will identify and develop new business opportunities in domestic markets, negotiate contracts and pricing strategies and are targeted with ensuring customer satisfaction and long-term customer relationships. You'll also collaborate closely with R&D teams to ensure the BU remains at the forefront of material and process innovation. You’ll be expected to lead with purpose, developing talent, building strong leadership within your team, and living our values of commitment, innovation, team spirit, and joy. Creating a high-performing and motivated culture where people thrive is just as important as hitting performance goals. If you are a growth-oriented leader with extensive experience within manufacturing (preferably rubber-to-metal or automotive components) and P&L experience, have a passion for operational performance, lean manufacturing and getting the best out people achieve customer success, we invite you to apply. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with strong experience with off-highway equipment and/or railway sector customers and experience working globally. For more information about us, please visit: www.dellnerpolymer.com
As the Business Unit General Manager at Dellner Polymer India Pvt Limited, you will play a crucial role in leading the business unit with full P&L responsibility in Chennai. Your primary focus will be on driving growth, innovation, and operational excellence in alignment with the long-term corporate strategy of the company. Your key responsibilities will include: - Developing and executing a business unit strategy that is in line with the Company and Group goals, emphasizing revenue growth, profitability, and market share. - Taking ownership of operational dimensions such as safety, quality, delivery, cost, environmental compliance, and manufacturing excellence. - Championing continuous improvement through the promotion of lean practices, automation, and innovation. - Building relationships with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and railway authorities to identify and develop new business opportunities, negotiate contracts, and ensure customer satisfaction. - Collaborating closely with R&D teams to drive material and process innovation. To excel in this role, you are expected to lead with purpose, develop talent, and foster a culture of excellence based on the values of commitment, innovation, team spirit, and joy. Creating a high-performing and motivated team will be as essential as achieving performance goals. Qualifications required for this position include: - Extensive experience within manufacturing, preferably in rubber-to-metal or automotive components. - Demonstrated P&L experience and a passion for operational performance and lean manufacturing. - Strong experience with off-highway equipment and/or railway sector customers. - Experience working globally would be an advantage. If you are a growth-oriented leader who is passionate about operational performance and customer success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Dellner Polymer India Pvt Limited. For more information about Dellner Polymer Solutions, please visit www.dellnerpolymer.com.,