Head of India Operations Fiber Engineering & US Telecom Programs

Role Overview: As the Head of India Operations for Fiber Engineering & Telecom Programs, you will be responsible for establishing and leading a centralized hub in India that integrates OSP fiber network design, fiber engineering services, drive testing, benchmarking, and backend operational support. Your key focus will be on ensuring operational excellence, profitability, and delivering top-notch service to major global telecom clients such as AT&T, Verizon, Ericsson, and Nokia. Key Responsibilities: - Create and lead a collaborative, high-performance culture within the centralized operations hub. - Design the organizational structure, workflows, and resource allocation to enhance coordination and efficiency. - Oversee OSP fiber network design, fiber engineering services, drive testing, benchmarking, and backend operations to drive consistency and efficiency in service delivery. - Manage financial aspects including P&L ownership, project profitability, cost management, and meeting revenue targets. - Manage end-to-end program execution for large-scale fiber deployments and telecom infrastructure projects, acting as the primary escalation point for program risks and client concerns. - Build and maintain strategic relationships with key clients and stakeholders, including AT&T, Verizon, Ericsson, and Nokia. - Provide technical guidance on network architecture, engineering, and deployment to clients. - Establish and manage relationships with global technology vendors and service partners to optimize cost and delivery efficiency. Qualifications Required: - 15-18 years of progressive leadership experience in telecom infrastructure. - Expertise in OSP fiber network design, fiber engineering services, drive testing, and benchmarking. - Strong stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills. - Deep understanding of backend telecom operations and process optimization.,