Title: Head- Operational Efficiency Role Overview The Head Operational Efficiency will oversee production and supply chain operations, focusing on streamlining manufacturing workflows, supplier management, inventory control, and cost optimisation in a high-growth engineering and process-driven environment. The ideal candidate will be an experienced engineer with a business masters' in manufacturing, proven leadership in powder metallurgy, sintering, or precision engineering, and the maturity to command respect across levels. The position requires strong cross-functional liaison skills, especially with production, procurement, and logistics departments. Key Responsibilities Lead the optimisation of all manufacturing processes, including production planning, process improvement, quality assurance, and operational cost control to achieve peak performance and efficiency. Oversee supplier management, inventory planning, and logistics strategies to streamline the supply chain, ensure timely delivery, and reduce operational bottlenecks. Introduce and back lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and best practices, leveraging expertise in powder metallurgy and sintering technologies, precision engineering, and related domains. Collaborate with VP Operations and functional heads to enhance plant reliability, equipment utilisation, and maintenance activity to minimise downtime and optimise yield. Develop and monitor KPIs for operational excellence (yield, breakdowns, OEE, OTIF, etc.), reporting progress to senior leadership and initiating structured reviews. Drive the adoption of new technologies and digital transformation initiatives relevant to process industry requirements, automation, and Industry 4.0/5.0 deployments. Manage operational budgets, working capital, and P&L responsibility, with a focus on cost minimisation and value addition. Ensure strict compliance with safety, health, environmental, and regulatory standards, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational discipline. Mentor, develop, and lead operations staff and cross-functional teams in alignment with company strategy and core operational objectives. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Production) required. Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Manufacturing/Operations preferred. Minimum 12-15 years of experience in manufacturing, with expertise in powder metallurgy, sintering, and/or other advanced process industries and precision engineering. Proven track record of leading operational excellence, cost optimisation, and process improvement initiatives within fast-paced industrial settings. Deep knowledge of equipment, plant utilities, manufacturing systems, lean/continuous improvement methodologies, and safety/compliance requirements. Excellent leadership, communication, influencing, and problem-solving abilities. Required Technical Skills Advanced proficiency in precision manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, powder metallurgy, sintering, CNC operations). Solid understanding of process optimization and lean manufacturing (e.g., Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, JIT, TPM). Expertise in quality control, inspection, and metrology, with a focus on tight tolerances and defect prevention. Proficiency in engineering software (e.g., CAD, CAM, SolidWorks, Inventor). Knowledge of equipment operation, calibration, and maintenance (CNC, SMT, automation tools, robotics) New product development and design for manufacturability (DFM), process validation, and troubleshooting. Experience with ERP, MES, and digital manufacturing transformation. (ref:iimjobs.com)
Title: Head- Operational Efficiency Role Overview The Head Operational Efficiency will oversee production and supply chain operations, focusing on streamlining manufacturing workflows, supplier management, inventory control, and cost optimisation in a high-growth engineering and process-driven environment. The ideal candidate will be an experienced engineer with a business masters in manufacturing, proven leadership in powder metallurgy, sintering, or precision engineering, and the maturity to command respect across levels. The position requires strong cross-functional liaison skills, especially with production, procurement, and logistics departments. Key Responsibilities Lead the optimisation of all manufacturing processes, including production planning, process improvement, quality assurance, and operational cost control to achieve peak performance and efficiency. Oversee supplier management, inventory planning, and logistics strategies to streamline the supply chain, ensure timely delivery, and reduce operational bottlenecks. Introduce and back lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and best practices, leveraging expertise in powder metallurgy and sintering technologies, precision engineering, and related domains. Collaborate with VP Operations and functional heads to enhance plant reliability, equipment utilisation, and maintenance activity to minimise downtime and optimise yield. Develop and monitor KPIs for operational excellence (yield, breakdowns, OEE, OTIF, etc.), reporting progress to senior leadership and initiating structured reviews. Drive the adoption of new technologies and digital transformation initiatives relevant to process industry requirements, automation, and Industry 4.0/5.0 deployments. Manage operational budgets, working capital, and P&L responsibility, with a focus on cost minimisation and value addition. Ensure strict compliance with safety, health, environmental, and regulatory standards, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational discipline. Mentor, develop, and lead operations staff and cross-functional teams in alignment with company strategy and core operational objectives. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Production) required. Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Manufacturing/Operations preferred. Minimum 12-15 years of experience in manufacturing, with expertise in powder metallurgy, sintering, and/or other advanced process industries and precision engineering. Proven track record of leading operational excellence, cost optimisation, and process improvement initiatives within fast-paced industrial settings. Deep knowledge of equipment, plant utilities, manufacturing systems, lean/continuous improvement methodologies, and safety/compliance requirements. Excellent leadership, communication, influencing, and problem-solving abilities. Required Technical Skills Advanced proficiency in precision manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, powder metallurgy, sintering, CNC operations). Solid understanding of process optimization and lean manufacturing (e.g., Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, JIT, TPM). Expertise in quality control, inspection, and metrology, with a focus on tight tolerances and defect prevention. Proficiency in engineering software (e.g., CAD, CAM, SolidWorks, Inventor). Knowledge of equipment operation, calibration, and maintenance (CNC, SMT, automation tools, robotics) New product development and design for manufacturability (DFM), process validation, and troubleshooting. Experience with ERP, MES, and digital manufacturing transformation. (ref:iimjobs.com)