Chief Operations Officer- Auto Components Manufacturer- Delhi
- Delhi
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee all daily operations across multiple manufacturing units, including production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain.
- Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with business goals to enhance productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
- Ensure smooth coordination between procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and customer fulfilment.
- Drive lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Set and monitor KPIs across plants for output, OEE, yield, downtime, and rejections.
- Champion technology upgrades, automation, and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
- Align supply chain strategy with production needs and customer commitments.
- Monitor inventory levels, procurement efficiency, vendor performance, and logistics optimisation.
- Collaborate with the CEO/CFO on P&L management, budgeting, and cost control.
- Identify and execute margin improvement opportunities across the value chain.
- Evaluate capex investments, plant expansions, and capacity enhancements.
- Ensure adherence to ISO/IATF standards and customer-specific quality requirements.
- Drive zero-defect culture and ensure timely customer deliveries.
- Mitigate operational risks, manage audits, and uphold regulatory compliance.
- Lead a cross-functional team across operations, engineering, procurement, and quality.
- Build a high-performance, agile organisation with strong accountability and ownership.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and operational discipline.
- B.E./B.Tech and MBA
- Minimum 20 years of experience, including 5+ years in a senior operations leadership role in automotive or auto component manufacturing.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, lean tools, and plant operations.
- Proven track record in scaling operations, driving efficiency, and managing P&L.
- Strategic mindset with hands-on leadership and execution capability.
- Strong interpersonal, stakeholder management, and team-building skills.
- Lead operations for a forward-thinking auto components manufacturer driving innovation and growth.
- Take ownership of end-to-end plant and supply chain performance.
- Work closely with the CEO to shape the company's operational and strategic direction.