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About The Role We are looking for a seasoned General Manager – Operations to lead our client’s end-to-end operations of our garment manufacturing unit. The ideal candidate will drive performance across production, quality, planning, and compliance, ensuring operational excellence and alignment with business growth. Key Responsibilities Lead factory operations across sewing, finishing, cutting, planning, maintenance, and logistics. Achieve production targets with focus on quality, cost, and delivery timelines Implement lean manufacturing, process optimization, and capacity planning initiatives Coordinate closely with merchandising, IE, HR, QA, and supply chain teams Develop and enforce SOPs, production metrics, and reporting systems Oversee workforce planning, training, and performance improvement across departments Ensure compliance with safety, labor, and sustainability standards Act as a bridge between top management and the shop floor for strategy execution Requirements Skill Set Required In-depth knowledge of woven/knit garment manufacturing workflows Expertise in production planning, line balancing, and factory performance metrics Strong experience in lean, Six Sigma, TQM, and digital production systems Proven leadership skills to manage large teams across functions Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Infor, etc.) Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills Ability to drive change, improve efficiencies, and manage scaling operations Qualification B.Tech / Diploma in Apparel Production, Textile Engineering, or Industrial Engineering MBA in Operations or General Management (preferred) Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or Supply Chain are a plus Experience 12–18 years of progressive experience in garment manufacturing Minimum 4–5 years in a senior operations leadership role (Factory Head/GM level) Benefits To be Discussed.
