General Manager Operations & Growth (Pharma / Biotech / Biochemistry)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, high-caliber, and strategic General Manager to oversee overall operations, business growth, cross-functional performance, and strategy implementation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry industries, with a proven track record of managing large-scale manufacturing, R&D;, quality control/compliance, commercialization, and team leadership.

Key Details

- Role: General Manager (GM)
- Industry Sector: Pharmaceutical / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Life Sciences
- Locations: Chennai | Hyderabad | Kerala | Mumbai | Pune | Gujarat (Ahmedabad / Vadodara)
- Employment Type: Full-time, Executive Leadership

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership & Operations

- Oversee end-to-end plant operations, manufacturing, R&D;, supply chain, and commercial strategy within the Life Sciences/Biotech domain.
- Formulate and execute short-term and long-term business strategies to align with company goals, revenue targets, and market expansions.
- Lead cross-functional teams spanning Production, Quality Assurance (QA/QC), Regulatory Affairs, R&D;, Supply Chain Management (SCM), and Business Development.

1. Quality, Compliance & Regulatory Standards

- Ensure strict adherence to global regulatory standards (e.g., USFDA, WHO-GMP, EU-GMP, ISO standards).
- Drive process safety, environmental health and safety (EHS) guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Manage audit readiness and navigate international regulatory approvals for new and existing product lines.

1. Commercialization & Business Growth





- Identify recent market opportunities, potential licensing partnerships, CDMO/CMO projects, and product portfolio expansion.
- Oversee Profit & Loss (P&L;) management, budgeting, cost control, and operational efficiency initiatives.
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, regulatory bodies, key opinion leaders (KOLs), and international clients.

1. Team Building & Governance

- Lead, mentor, and build high-performing leadership and technical teams.
- Foster a culture of operational excellence, innovation, continuous learning, and accountability.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Education:
- Bachelor’s / Master’s / Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Pharmacy (B.Pharm/M.Pharm), Chemical Engineering, or related Life Sciences field.
- An MBA from a reputed institute is highly preferred.

- Experience:
- 15+ years of progressive experience in the Pharma, Biotech, or Biochemical sectors, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (DGM, AGPM, VP, or GM level).

- Key Competencies:
- In-depth knowledge of API/Formulations, Biologics, Biosimilars, Recombinant Proteins, or Industrial Biochemistry.
- Strong P&L; management, strategic planning, and financial acumen.
- Comprehensive understanding of USFDA, EU-GMP, and global regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and cross-functional communication skills.

Benefits & Compensation

- Competitive fixed salary with performance-linked annual incentives/bonuses.
- Executive health coverage and family benefits.
- Relocation assistance (if relocating to target cities).Role & responsibilities

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