Job highlights

- Qualifications . MBA degree required
- 8+ years of experience in site strategy,business operations,program management,site operations,or a related field
- Strong experience managing complex,cross-functional programs in a large or matrixed organization
- Experience working across multiple sites,functions,and geographies

Overview

India site Strategy & Operations Lead will partner closely with India site leadership to drive global strategic priorities, operational excellence, employee engagement, and cross-functional, cross-geo initiatives.

This role will serve as a key connector between site leadership, employees, functional teams, compliance, employee relations, external partners, and cross-site/global stakeholders. The individual will translate leadership priorities into actionable programs, establish strong operating rhythms, and ensure effective execution across multiple initiatives.

The ideal candidate will be a highly collaborative and trusted business partner who can operate effectively across functions, build strong relationships with employees and leaders, manage complex programs, and drive execution in a matrixed setting.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Operational Execution

- Partner with India leadership to translate global business priorities and strategic objectives into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
- Lead and manage site-level strategic programs and operational initiatives from planning through execution and narrative building.
- Establish operating mechanisms, governance routines, dashboards, and progress reviews to ensure timely execution.
- Identify operational gaps, risks, and opportunities and drive appropriate corrective actions.

Employee Engagement & Organizational Effectiveness

- Lead site level employee engagement initiatives and programs that strengthen employee connection, inclusion, collaboration, innovation and organizational culture.




- Lead and support Employee Resource Group (ERG) programs and initiatives.
- Build strong, positive relationships and communication channels with employees across the organization.

Executive Leadership Support & Communication

- Prepare executive-level updates, business reviews, presentations, dashboards, and status reports for India and cross-site leadership.
- Provide leadership with clear visibility into key initiatives, risks, milestones, employee engagement, and operational performance.
- Support leadership meetings by coordinating agendas, actions, decisions, and follow-through.

Budget & Vendor Management

- Manage budgets associated with assigned programs, and site-level activities.
- Partner with Finance and Procurement to ensure appropriate budget planning, approvals, and spend governance.
- Manage external vendors and service providers, including scope, performance, deliverables, and commercial coordination. Qualifications
- MBA degree required.
- 8+ years of experience in site strategy, business operations, program management, site operations, or a related field.
- Strong experience managing complex, cross-functional programs in a large or matrixed organization.
- Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority.
- Experience working across multiple sites, functions, and geographies.
- Strong understanding of employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, and workplace operations.
- Experience partnering with Employee Relations, Compliance, Legal, or similar functions.
- Strong project management, problem-solving, and execution skills.
- Strong budget and vendor management capabilities

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