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Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Manufacturing Industry

Gurgaon Permanent View Job Description
The Chief Operating Officer shall lead multi-location manufacturing plants with full P&L responsibility, driving productivity, efficiency, and profitability. Focus on achieving business goals while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • COO for multi-location manufacturing plants with full P&L responsibility
  • Opportunity to grow your career with a market leader

About Our Client

Our client brings over five decades of proven expertise and innovation to the power industry and are dedicated to developing ground breaking products that meet the evolving demands of their customers. These offerings cater to diverse needs across residential, commercial, and industrial applications, manufacturing facilities, or data centres.

Job Description

  • Operations Leadership: Lead multi-location manufacturing plants with full P&L responsibility, driving productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
  • SCM & Logistics: Oversee end-to-end supply chain, vendor management, inbound/outbound logistics, and inventory optimization.
  • Manufacturing Excellence: Implement lean, Kaizen, TPM, and Industry 4.0 practices for continuous improvement.
  • Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to statutory, legal, and EHS standards across all operations.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, quality, HR, and finance teams to align operations with strategic goals.
  • Technology & Automation: Drive low-cost automation, digital transformation, and process engineering improvements.
  • Customer & Stakeholder Management: Engage with OEMs, utilities, and government bodies to deliver high-quality products and services.
  • Team Development: Build and mentor diverse teams, manage IR, and foster a culture of performance and accountability.
  • P&L Performance: Achieve EBITDA/EBIT targets through cost optimization and revenue growth.
  • Operational Efficiency: Improve OEE, OTD, TAT, and productivity metrics across plants.
  • Quality & Delivery: Maintain zero-defect manufacturing and ensure 100% schedule adherence.
  • SCM Optimization: Enhance inventory turnover, reduce COPQ, and strengthen vendor partnerships.
  • Safety & Compliance: Achieve zero accidents and 100% compliance with statutory/legal requirements.
  • Innovation & Automation: Deploy Industry 4.0 solutions and automation to reduce OPEX.
  • Employee Engagement: Drive diversity, inclusion, and workforce development initiatives.
  • Strategic Alignment: Align operations with AOP, CAPEX/OPEX plans, and organizational strategy.

The Successful Applicant

  • B.Tech in Electrical/Mechanical. MBA in Operations or Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum 25+ years of senior leadership experience in the manufacturing of Electrical/Mechanical products.
  • Demonstrated experience in multi-site operations
  • P&L management and stakeholder engagement at Board/Investor level.
  • Proven track record in operational leadership roles within the manufacturing industry.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the manufacturing sector and its regulatory environment.
  • Excellent strategic planning and project management skills.
  • Ability to lead and inspire teams in a high-pressure environment.
  • Advanced negotiation, stakeholder, and partnership management.
  • Strong financial acumen and decision-making capabilities.
  • Strong exposure to global best practices, sustainability frameworks, and emerging technologies.

What's on Offer

  • An opportunity to lead operations in the power generation sector.
  • Competitive benefits package aligned with industry standards.
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7120530

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Manufacturing operations
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Gurgaon
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-102026-7120530

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.