16 Aug
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Leading
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Bengaluru
About the Role
We are looking for a seasoned operations leader to head Consumer Electronics as a full
P&L; owner. This is a strategic, senior leadership role that will define the manufacturing roadmap, build
the electronics supply chain, drive category profitability, and position the company as a dominant player in
India's fast-growing appliance market.
Key Responsibilities
1. P&L; Ownership & Business Strategy
• Own the full P&L; for the Appliance category — revenue, COGS, margins, and EBITDA
• Set annual production targets, cost reduction goals, and capacity expansion plans
• Drive makes vs. buy decisions, Identify & Tie up with outsource EMS partners.
2.Manufacturing & Operations Excellence
• Oversee end-to-end appliance manufacturing — PCB assembly, power electronics, coil assembly, final assembly, and
testing
• Drive OEE improvements, yield enhancement, and waste reduction across production lines
• Oversee NPI (New Product Introduction) and DFM (Design for Manufacturability) process for new SKUs
• Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with BIS IS 302-2-6 and relevant safety standards
3. Electronics & Technology Leadership
• Deep oversight of power electronics — IGBT circuits, resonance design, control PCBs, and SMT lines
• Drive localisation of key electronic components to improve margins and reduce import dependency
• Partner with R&D; on next-gen appliances products — multi-burner, commercial, and smart- connected variants
4.
Supply Chain & Vendor Management
• Build and manage strategic vendor ecosystem for electronic components, coils, glass tops, and casings
• Lead sourcing strategy for IGBTs, micro controllers, capacitors, and PCBs — domestically and from SE Asia
• Negotiate long-term supply agreements; ensure business continuity and BOM cost reduction
5. Team Building & Leadership
• Build and lead a high-performance team across operations, quality, engineering, and supply chain
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement (Kaizen / Six Sigma), and operational discipline
• Engage cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, and Product teams to align on category growth plans
Requirements
Ideal Candidate Profile
• 15–22 years of experience in electronics / consumer appliance manufacturing with at least
2-3 years in a P&L; or category leadership role
• Robust electronics fundamentals — hands-on understanding of power electronics, PCB design, and IGBT-based systems
• Proven track record of running an small appliance manufacturing vertical in similar companies.
• Experience managing EMS vendors / contract manufacturers and building domestic supply chains
• Knowledge of BIS certification, CE marking, and quality management systems (ISO 9001 / IPC standards)
• Strong commercial acumen — ability to read P&Ls;, drive cost targets,
and engage with senior business
stakeholders
📌 VP-Operations (Consumer Electronics) (Bengaluru)
🏢 Leading
📍 Bengaluru