VP Operations

Job Description

Requirements - Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Chemical engineering). Added qualification in Business Administration preferred. - Experience: proven experience in a leadership role within manufacturing industry with at least 5 yrs as a Profit Centre Head. Candidates from Pigments /Paints industry preferred. Suitable candidates from allied chemical processing industries can also be considered. - Skills: Strong operational management, strategic planning, financial management, and leadership skills. Job Summary: - Total Responsibility for leading the business unit - daily operational management, developing and executing strategies for business growth, financial management, improve profitability, Human Resources, Marketing and enhancing customer satisfaction, Safety and compliance to Regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: - Vision to develop the company. - Operational Management: oversee daily operations to ensure smooth operations, efficient production meeting targets, supply chain management - Financial Management - manage budgets and financial performance, manage costs effectively, improve operational efficiencies, improve profitability to maximise return to shareholders - Business Strategy Development: develop and implement business strategies to achieve revenue and profit targets. - Marketing: Drive sales to achieve revenue targets, develop strong relationships with key customers, identify new markets to expand customer base, Market intelligence on competition to stay ahead of the curve - Leadership: Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing guidance, motivation and mentoring. - Innovation and Improvement: Lead improvement initiatives, be updated on industry developments and technological improvements, and adopt best practices to enhance operational efficiency. - Be a leader focussed on Safety, Environmental Management and compliance to Regulatory requirements and navigate complex operational challenges