Vice President Operations

Role & responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership:

• Provide overall direction, leadership and vision for the Dahej Plant.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to corporate goals, compliance, and sustainability objectives.

• Regulatory & Compliance:

• Ensure strict compliance with USFDA and other international regulatoryguidelines.
• Lead and support inspections, audits, and regulatory submissions.
• Establish and maintain robust quality systems and EHS practices.

• Operations Management:

• Oversee end-to-end plant operations including Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, HR, IT, and Administration.
• Drive productivity, efficiency, and cost optimization across all functions.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure timely achievement of business objectives.

• People Leadership:

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing cross-functional team.
• Drive employee engagement, talent development, and succession planning.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and accountability.

• Financial Management:

• Oversee plant budgets, cost control, and resource allocation.
• Ensure optimal utilization of resources while maintaining profitability.

• Stakeholder Management:

• Coordinate with corporate leadership for alignment on strategic priorities.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, vendors, and partners.

Preferred candidate profile

• 15+ years of total experience with at least 8-10 years in senior leadership roles in pharmaceutical plant management.
• Proven track record of leading a

  USFDA-approved formulation plant

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• Strong exposure to Production, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and cross-functional leadership.