Job Title: Assistant Manager – Factory Production & Interior Project Operations

Location:
Mumbai

Job Type
Full-time Reports to: Production Manager / Operations Head Compensation: Based on experience, skills, and relevant project exposure Role Overview We’re looking for a proactive and highly organised Assistant Manager – Factory Production & Interior Project Operations to support our growing execution and production team. You’ll work closely with the Production Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure projects move smoothly from design sign-off and planning through production, procurement, site execution, quality control, and final handover. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys keeping multiple moving parts organised—timelines, budgets, vendors, materials, documentation, production schedules, logistics, and site coordination. If you are detail-oriented, comfortable taking ownership, and enjoy solving execution challenges while keeping projects on time and within budget, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Coordination
• Assist in creating detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and execution schedules.
• Track projects from design sign-off through production, dispatch, installation, and final handover.
• Coordinate project kick-off activities and ensure all internal teams are aligned on deliverables and timelines.
• Monitor project progress and proactively highlight delays, dependencies, and execution risks.
• Maintain project trackers and ensure regular follow-ups with all stakeholders. Production & Order Management
• Coordinate day-to-day production requirements across ongoing projects.
• Track orders from approved BOM / specifications through manufacturing and dispatch.
• Coordinate with production teams to allocate resources based on workload and project priorities.
• Monitor production schedules and ensure materials and finished products are available as per project timelines.
• Support the Production Manager in managing multiple projects simultaneously. Vendor & Procurement Coordination
• Coordinate with vendors, fabricators, contractors, and suppliers for pricing, timelines, production, and delivery.
• Support vendor identification and allocation based on project requirements.
• Follow up on raw materials, outsourced production, and procurement schedules.
• Ensure vendors receive accurate project information and execution requirements.
• Maintain clear communication between vendors, production teams, designers, and project teams.



Budgeting & Cost Control
• Assist in preparing and maintaining project budgets.
• Track actual project costs against approved budgets.
• Maintain purchase, production, vendor, transportation, and installation cost records.
• Identify potential cost variations and flag them before they impact the overall project budget.
• Support real-time cost tracking and project profitability control through accurate documentation. Site Execution, Quality & Handover
• Coordinate with site teams and vendors for installation and execution activities.
• Conduct periodic factory and site-level quality checks where required.
• Prepare and maintain snag lists during project execution.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams for timely snag closure.
• Ensure projects meet expected quality standards before final handover.
• Support the Production Manager in ensuring smooth project closure and documentation. Logistics & Inventory
• Coordinate material movement from factory/vendor locations to project sites.
• Track dispatch schedules and delivery timelines.
• Assist in maintaining project-wise inventory and material records.
• Coordinate transportation and logistics requirements for ongoing projects.
• Ensure critical materials reach the required location as per the execution schedule. Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain project trackers, production schedules, budget sheets, vendor records, and execution documentation.
• Prepare regular internal project updates and progress reports.
• Maintain records related to orders, BOMs, procurement, dispatch, installation, and snag closure.
• Ensure all project information is accurate, updated, and accessible to the relevant teams. Cross-Functional Coordination
• Work closely with Design, Business Development, Production, Procurement, Finance, Vendors, and Site Teams.
• Identify discrepancies between design requirements, BOMs, budgets, and execution requirements.
• Facilitate quick resolution of execution-related queries.
• Ensure clear communication between all stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Skills & Qualifications




• Degree / Diploma in Project Management, Operations, Interior Design, Civil Engineering, Production, Commerce, or an allied field.
• Approximately 2–5 years of experience in project execution, production, operations, or project coordination.
• Experience within interiors, fit-outs, furniture, bespoke manufacturing, retail, hospitality, or related industries would be preferred.
• Robust understanding of project planning, production coordination, procurement, vendor management, and site execution.
• Comfortable working with BOMs, project budgets, timelines, trackers, and production schedules.
• Strong command of Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets and project documentation.
• Good numerical ability with attention to project costing and budget tracking.
• Strong follow-up and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• A practical, problem-solving mindset with strong ownership of assigned responsibilities. Bonus Points For
• Experience working on commercial or residential interior projects.
• Exposure to custom furniture / bespoke production.
• Experience coordinating with factories, workshops, installers, and site contractors.
• Familiarity with hospitality projects and high-quality interior execution.
• Experience in project budgeting, vendor negotiation, inventory management, or logistics.
• A strong understanding of quality checks, snagging, and project handover processes. What You’ll Get
• Exposure to diverse and challenging projects across workplace, commercial, hospitality, and interior environments.
• Hands-on experience across the complete project lifecycle—from planning and production to execution and handover.
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced project, design, and production professionals.
• Responsibility and ownership from an early stage rather than a purely administrative coordination role.
• A fast-paced environment where operational thinking, problem-solving, and execution excellence are valued.
• Opportunities to grow into larger project management and production management responsibilities.

How to Apply
Please send your CV along with a short note outlining your experience in project execution, production, operations, vendor management, or interior projects to: [email protected] Subject: Application – Assistant Manager, Production & Project Operations Company Profile & Website: https://bluepebble.in/

📌 Production & Project Operations Manager (Mumbai)
🏢 Blue Pebble
📍 Mumbai