Role & responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Governance

- Direct and oversee day-to-day administrative operations, ensuring optimal utilization of resources across the organization.
- Formulate, implement, and audit standard operating procedures (SOPs) for administrative functions.
- Lead, mentor, and discipline a diverse administrative team to ensure high productivity and accountability.

2. Security, Vigilance & Crisis Management

- Design, deploy, and monitor comprehensive physical security, surveillance, and access control systems for all company premises.
- Act as the primary Incident Commander for crisis management, disaster recovery, fire safety, and emergency evacuation drills.
- Liaise with local government bodies, law enforcement agencies, and statutory authorities to ensure full legal compliance.

3. Facilities & Asset Management

- Oversee facility management, including real estate maintenance, infrastructure upgrades, housekeeping, and corporate hospitality.
- Manage corporate fleets, transport logistics, and travel desks for employees and executives.
- Maintain a robust inventory tracking system for all company assets, minimizing losses and procurement discrepancies.

4. Vendor Management & Procurement

- Lead the procurement committee in negotiating high-value contracts with vendors, contractors, and service providers.
- Implement strict SLAs (Service Level Agreements) and conduct periodic vendor performance audits.
- Optimize the annual administrative budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

Required Skills & Qualifications

- Experience: 15+ years of total experience,



with a minimum of 1012 years of commissioned service in the Armed Forces (Army preferred), followed by corporate exposure in a senior administrative role.
- Education: Bachelors degree in any discipline. An MBA, Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), or specialized corporate security certifications are highly desirable.
- Leadership: Proven ability to command, motivate, and manage large teams under high-pressure scenarios.
- Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with an authoritative yet collaborative demeanor.
- Tech Savviness: Proficiency with modern workplace tools (MS Office/Google Workspace, ERP systems, and contemporary security/biometric software).

Ideal Candidate Profile

- Possesses an impeccable record of integrity, punctuality, and work ethic.
- Exceptional "crisis-ready" mindset with the ability to think logically and act decisively during emergencies.
- Strong diplomatic skills to negotiate complex contracts and manage external stakeholders/government officials.

Preferred candidate profile

- Military Standing: Minimum 10 to 15+ years of active commissioned service. Clean record of conduct with exemplary performance reviews.
- Education:

- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized Military Academy (e.g., NDA/IMA) or National University.
- Highly Preferred: MBA or Executive Management diploma from a premier business school (often taken during resettlement programs).
- Corporate Transition: Preferably 2–4 years of corporate experience post-retirement, ensuring they understand corporate culture, financial dynamics, and civilian labor law.

📌 General Manager Administration (Mumbai)
🏢 Ahlan Venture Consulting
📍 Mumbai