General Manager - Operation

Job Requirements

Job Title: Lead - Manufacturing

Function: Manufacturing

Business: Godrej Agrovet Limited

Location: Vijayawada

About Godrej Industries Limited and Associate Companies (GILAC)

GILAC is a holding company of the Godrej Group. We have significant interests in consumer goods, real estate, agriculture, chemicals, and financial services through our subsidiary and associate companies, across 18 countries.

https://www.godrejindustries.com/

About Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL)

Godrej Agrovet is a food and agri conglomerate, dedicated to improving the productivity of Indian farmers by innovating products and services that sustainably increase crop and livestock yields.

www.godrejagrovet.com

About the role

This person will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the company's manufacturing engineering and operations. This includes developing and implementing strategies to optimize production processes, ensuring quality standards are met, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This position reports directly to the CEO and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Operations Management

- Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with business goals.
- Drive plantation expansion and productivity improvement initiatives.
- Monitor operational performance and establish KPI-driven management systems.
- Ensure optimum utilization of resources to maximize yield and profitability.

2. Plantation & Crop Management

- Oversee oil palm plantation operations, including nursery management, planting, maintenance, irrigation, nutrition, and pest control.
- Ensure adoption of best agronomic practices for improved Fresh Fruit Bunch (FFB) productivity.
- Monitor plantation health and implement corrective measures as required.
- Lead replantation and area expansion programs.

3. Farmer Development & Extension Activities

- Build and maintain strong relationships with oil palm farmers and stakeholders.
- Develop farmer engagement programs to improve productivity and cultivation practices.
- Conduct training and awareness programs on modern oil palm cultivation techniques.
- Ensure compliance with company and government farming guidelines.

4. Harvesting & Supply Chain Management

- Ensure timely harvesting and transportation of FFB from plantations to processing facilities.
- Optimize logistics operations to minimize losses and maintain fruit quality.
- Monitor quality standards throughout the supply chain.

5. Budgeting & Cost Control

- Prepare annual budgets and operational plans.
- Monitor costs and implement cost-reduction initiatives.
- Analyze operational expenditure and productivity metrics for continuous improvement.

6. Compliance, Sustainability & Risk Management

- Ensure compliance with statutory, environmental, and sustainability regulations.
- Maintain workplace health, safety, and environmental standards.
- Identify operational risks and implement mitigation plans.
- Promote sustainable agricultural practices and resource conservation.

7. Team Leadership & People Management

- Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams across plantation operations.
- Establish performance goals and conduct periodic performance reviews.
- Build leadership capabilities and succession plans within the operations team.
- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

8. Stakeholder Management

- Coordinate with government agencies, agricultural institutions, industry bodies, and local communities.
- Collaborate with processing mills, procurement teams, and support functions to ensure smooth business operations.
- Represent the organization in industry forums and stakeholder meetings

Who are we looking for?

Education:

• BE or BTech Chemical or Mechanical

Experience:

• 15-25 years

Skills:

• Chemical or Mechanical Engineer with adequate experience in handling agrochemical plant operations at various locations. Will be responsible for Production, Maintenance, Delivery, Quality and Safety. Good Communication Skills and Leadership qualities are a must.

• Someone who has handled Gujarat projects is preferred and should have liaisoned with government officials. Should have hands-on experience in execution of large capex.

• Possess an extensive understanding of best-in-class technology

• Strong interpersonal and people skills

• Exceptional leadership abilities

• Proficiency in project management

• Strong analytical skills

• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and respond effectively to changing priorities and requirements

• Strong business acumen, with the ability to make sound decisions that align with organizational goals and objectives

Work Experience
18-20 years

Benefits

What’s in it for you?

Be an equal parent

Maternity support, including paid leave ahead of statutory guidelines, and flexible work options on return Paternity support, including paid leave

New mothers can bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Adoption support; gender neutral and based on the primary caregiver, with paid leave options

No place for discrimination at Godrej

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses Gender transition support

We are selfish about your wellness

Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options Uncapped sick leave

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way

Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements Performance-based earning opportunities

https://www.godrejcareers.com/benefits/

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It’s not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now! We look forward to meeting you.