Director - Operations - Mining/Heavy Engineering
Human Resource Dimensions · Kolkata · onsite · Posted 40d ago
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About this role
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Operations Leadership:
- Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with the organization's global business objectives.
- Lead end-to-end operations across manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, quality, logistics, and customer service.
- Drive operational scalability to support growth across domestic and international markets.
- Establish robust operational governance, policies, systems, and performance standards.
2. Manufacturing & Operational Excellence:
- Drive world-class manufacturing practices with a focus on productivity, quality, cost optimization, and delivery performance.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, TPM, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Optimize plant capacity, resource utilization, production planning, and operational workflows.
- Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality consumables and solutions meeting global industry standards.
3. Supply Chain & Procurement:
- Strengthen global supply chain capabilities to ensure timely availability of raw materials and critical components.
- Drive strategic sourcing, vendor development, inventory optimization, and logistics efficiency.
- Mitigate supply chain risks and improve operational resilience across geographies.
- Develop strong partnerships with key suppliers and stakeholders.
4. Quality, Safety & Compliance:
- Ensure the highest standards of product quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
- Drive a strong culture of Health, Safety, Environment and Sustainability (HSE/ESG).
- Ensure compliance with applicable international quality, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
- Establish robust systems for quality assurance and continuous improvement.
5. Financial & Business Performance:
- Manage operational budgets, capital expenditure, and cost optimization initiatives.
- Drive improvements in operational profitability, productivity, and working capital.
- Monitor key operational and financial KPIs and take corrective actions where required.
- Support strategic initiatives to improve EBITDA and overall business performance.
6. Technology & Digital Transformation:
- Drive the adoption of Industry 4.0, automation, digital manufacturing, and data-driven decision-making.
- Promote the use of ERP, analytics, predictive maintenance, and other digital technologies.
- Identify opportunities for innovation and operational transformation.
7. Customer & Stakeholder Management:
- Work closely with Sales, Engineering, R&D, and Service teams to ensure superior customer experience.
- Support key customers across mining, mineral processing, and material handling sectors.
- Ensure operational capabilities are aligned with customer requirements and global market expectations.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
8. Leadership & People Development:
- Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing operational leadership teams.
- Build a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Develop succession plans and strengthen leadership capabilities across operations.
- Promote employee engagement and a strong performance-oriented culture.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Operational Efficiency and Productivity
- Manufacturing Cost Reduction
- On-Time Delivery (OTD)
- Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
- Quality and Customer Complaint Reduction
- Inventory and Working Capital Optimization
- EBITDA and Operational Profitability
- Safety Performance and Zero Harm Initiatives
- Supply Chain Efficiency
- Customer Satisfaction
- Continuous Improvement Savings
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Metallurgical, Mining, Industrial, or related discipline).
- Master's Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or an MBA will be an added advantage.
- Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, Supply Chain, or Operational Excellence will be preferred.
Experience & Competencies:
- 20+ years of progressive experience in operations, manufacturing, supply chain, or industrial leadership roles.
- Significant leadership experience in Mining, Mineral Processing, Material Handling, Heavy Engineering, Industrial Manufacturing, or related sectors.
- Proven experience in managing large-scale, multi-location and preferably global operations.
- Strong understanding of industrial consumables, wear solutions, mineral processing equipment, or engineered products will be highly desirable.
- Demonstrated success in driving operational transformation, cost optimization, and business growth.
- Strong financial and commercial acumen.
- Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and decision-making capabilities.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic Leadership
- Operational Excellence
- Global Business Acumen
- Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management
- P&L and Financial Management
- Change Management
- Digital Transformation
- Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Customer Focus
- People Leadership and Talent Development
- Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
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