We are looking for a seasoned professional to lead end-to-end production excellence, drive innovation, and champion people-first leadership across our plant. Key Responsibilities would include: -To ensure that the manufacturing operations and resources are focused on the critical business imperatives and are in accordance with strategic directions and priorities - To ensure that the quality of the product manufactured is as per standards through establishment and review of quality systems - To ensure that all relevant costs are within targets and improving in line with targets / standards - To ensure compliance to all statutory norms - To benchmark and introduce contemporary manufacturing practices and systems on an ongoing basis - Planning and negotiating strategy pertaining to IR and its implementation - Responsible for strict monitoring of targeted production as per business plan - Commercialization and smooth operations of the plant - Manage OH budget and Capex budget within approved limits and to the best of execution. - Planning and execution of all NPDs as per Marketing briefs within the existing resources. - Coordination and communication with all internal / external stakeholders, Govt. officials for smooth Operations Management. - Analysing and Approving production plans formulated by the Production Planning Manager in consultation with Sales and Production. - Appraising and evaluating regularly, the operating results of the unit and directing corrective action where required. If you're passionate about operational excellence & people leadership, we would love to connect. Apply now or reach out directly to explore the opportunity.
We are scouting for a dynamic and strategic leader to head our Sales development/ Sales excellence function, with a strong focus on Trade Marketing, Sales Development, Demand Planning, Technology in Sales, and Sales Capability. Key responsibilities include: Strategic Leadership: - Lead the Central Sales Strategy function and align all sub-functions to support the overall business objectives - Develop and implement Trade Marketing strategies in line with company goals and channel priorities - Own and manage budgets for trade marketing programs and demand planning initiatives - Design and implement a 5-year RTM Blueprint across all channels - Ensure optimal investment allocation aligned with the company's long-term vision - Drive technology adoption in sales processes - Introduce and scale cutting-edge solutions to enhance productivity and automation in the sales ecosystem - Establish and institutionalize a strong Sales Capability function - Design and implement robust development programs for on-ground sales teams - Lead the Demand Planning function with end-to-end ownership - Improve forecast accuracy through data-driven approaches and cross-functional collaboration - Facilitate the Demand Forum within the S&OP cycle - Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to co-build demand plans based on statistical forecasts and market intelligence If you are a strategic thinker with strong operational expertise in FMCG Sales and are passionate about transforming sales processes with a future-focused lens, this is the opportunity for you.
Company Description pladis is one of the world's fastest-growing snacking companies, home to popular brands like McVitie's, GODIVA, and Ülker. Formed in 2016, pladis leverages over 300 years of family baking and confectionery experience. With a global workforce of 16,000 spanning 27 factories in 11 countries, pladis is focused on collaboration, agility, and resilience. The company aims to bring happiness with every bite, delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to potentially reach over four billion people worldwide. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role as a Sales Officer, located in Moga/Bhatinda. The Sales Officer will be responsible for daily sales operations, customer service, lead generation, channel sales, and effective communication with clients and stakeholders. The role involves engaging customers, generating sales leads, managing sales activities, and ensuring customer satisfaction and retention. Qualifications Customer Service, Lead Generation, and Communication skills Proven experience in Sales Operations and Channel Sales Ability to work collaboratively with different teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field Experience in the snacking or food industry is a plus Proficiency in using CRM software and MS Office Suite