Head Operations
Job Summary
The Head – Operations will be responsible for the organization's overall operational performance, including manufacturing, production planning, supply chain, procurement, quality, maintenance, logistics, warehouse management, project execution, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role demands a hands-on leader with strong business acumen, operational expertise, and a proven track record in managing manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
Lead and manage end-to-end operations across manufacturing plants and support functions.
Develop operational strategies aligned with the company's business goals and growth plans.
Drive operational excellence through process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure smooth coordination between Production, Engineering, Quality, Procurement, Supply Chain, Sales, Finance, and Projects.
Manufacturing & Production
Oversee production planning and execution to achieve output, quality, cost, and delivery targets.
Improve plant productivity, capacity utilization, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Ensure timely completion of production schedules while maintaining product quality.
Drive Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and 5S initiatives across operations.
Supply Chain & Procurement
Optimize procurement, inventory management, warehousing, and logistics operations.
Ensure uninterrupted availability of raw materials and components.
Improve inventory turnover while minimizing excess stock and stock-outs.
Collaborate with suppliers to improve quality, cost, and delivery performance.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
Ensure adherence to quality standards and customer specifications.
Lead quality improvement programs and root cause analysis for operational issues.
Implement preventive and corrective actions to reduce defects and rework.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across all operational functions.
Maintenance & Asset Management
Ensure effective preventive and predictive maintenance of plant machinery and equipment.
Improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
Support capital expenditure planning and plant expansion projects.
Commercial & Financial Management
Prepare and manage operational budgets.
Monitor operational costs and implement cost optimization initiatives.
Drive productivity improvement and profitability enhancement.
Track operational KPIs and present business performance to senior leadership.
Safety, Compliance & Governance
Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, environmental standards, and EHS policies.
Promote a strong safety culture across the organization.
Ensure compliance with ISO standards and other quality management systems.
Team Leadership
Build, mentor, and develop high-performing operational teams.
Drive employee engagement, capability development, and succession planning.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Desired Candidate Profile
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Production, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering.
MBA in Operations or Supply Chain Management is preferred.
15–20 years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Proven experience in managing large-scale manufacturing operations.
Strong knowledge of production planning, supply chain, procurement, quality systems, maintenance, and logistics.
Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, Kaizen, and operational excellence methodologies.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, costs, and profitability.
Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Industry Experience
Furniture Manufacturing
Modular Furniture & Interior Fit-Outs
Wood Processing
Building Materials
Engineering & Industrial Manufacturing
Metal Fabrication
Capital Equipment
Consumer Durables
Key Skills
Operations Management | Manufacturing Operations | Production Planning | Supply Chain Management | Procurement | Inventory Management | Warehouse Operations | Logistics | Lean Manufacturing | Six Sigma | TPM | Kaizen | Operational Excellence | Cost Optimization | Budget Management | Quality Management | EHS | Continuous Improvement | ERP | KPI Management | Team Leadership | Strategic Planning
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Production target achievement
Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
On-time delivery (OTD)
Manufacturing cost reduction
Capacity utilization
Inventory turnover
Customer complaint reduction
Product quality and rejection rate
Machine uptime and maintenance efficiency
Safety performance
EBITDA improvement
Employee productivity and retention
Compensation
Competitive salary with performance-based incentives, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and leadership capabilities.
- Locations
- India
- Job location
- Bangalore
Workplace & Culture at Sperton
At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.
We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.
We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.
Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.
