General Manager Operations-Furniture

Company Description

Saddles India is a leading manufacturer of premium leather, vinyl, and fabric seat covers, trusted by the largest automotive OEMs and the luxury accessories market. With a strong legacy of over 25 years in leather tanning and advanced manufacturing processes, we bring a deep understanding of craftsmanship and material innovation. Rooted in carefully sourced Italian leather and state-of-the-art production capabilities, Saddles India was established to serve the rapidly evolving Indian automotive market with world-class quality and reliability.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Bengaluru for the position of General Manager – Operations (Furniture)

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production and operations for the furniture division
• Ensure high productivity and optimum utilisation of manpower and resources
• Monitor output and track production performance on a daily basis
• Establish efficient furniture product layouts and workflow processes
• Lead end-to-end procurement activities, including RFQs and vendor negotiations
• Develop and manage vendor partnerships for customised furniture requirements
• Oversee inventory management to maintain ideal stock levels without overrun
• Drive quality, cost, and delivery improvements across all operational touchpoints

Qualifications

• Strong experience in General Management and Operations Management
• Proven track record in handling customised furniture operations or manufacturing
• Expertise in vendor development, procurement, and RFQ processes
• Knowledge of inventory planning and control systems
• Excellent leadership, team management, and organisational skills
• Strong budgeting and financial planning abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making capabilities