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Antal International

Pune, India

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Antal Pune is part of Antal International, a globally recognized recruitment and business consultancy firm with over 30 years of expertise in talent acquisition. With a strong commitment to excellence and innovation, we specialize in providing comprehensive hiring solutions for mid-senior and senior-level positions across various industries.

Our approach is built on a deep understanding of market dynamics and a commitment to bridging the talent gap by connecting organizations with exceptional professionals who drive growth and success. Every business is unique, and we tailor our recruitment strategies to align with the specific needs and goals of our clients.

Beyond recruitment, we offer strategic business consultancy solutions designed to optimize processes and enhance operational efficiency. By identifying challenges, implementing best practices, and developing forward-thinking strategies, we empower businesses to thrive in competitive environments.

With a vast global network and deep industry insights, we deliver outstanding results while fostering trust and transparency with both clients and candidates. At Antal, our mission is not just to fill positions but to create meaningful connections that contribute to long-term success.

Join us in redefining recruitment and business consultancy, making a lasting impact on organizations and industries worldwide.

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  • Our Mission - Empowering Your Success

    We drive business growth through innovative services, connect you with top-tier talent, optimize operations for sustainable success, and tailor strategies to meet your specific goals.

  • Our Vision - Leading with Excellence

    To be a leading recruitment and consultancy firm in Pune, recognized for our commitment to excellence, innovation, and integrity, fostering long-lasting partnerships that contribute to the success of our clients and candidates.

  • Core Values 

    We prioritize our clients' success with tailored solutions, uphold integrity through honesty and transparency, strive for excellence in every service, embrace innovation with creative approaches, and foster collaboration to achieve shared goals.
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Rohit Dugar

Rohit Dugar is an alumnus of IIT Bombay and a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, bringing extensive experience in driving business development and operational excellence through effective team leadership. His expertise spans P&L management and process improvement within manufacturing environments, coupled with a genuine enthusiasm for aligning operations with overarching business goals. Rohit excels at translating long-term business objectives into actionable strategies and measurable milestones.

He began his career with Cognizant Analytics, where he designed and monitored complex incentive compensation plans for the sales force of top pharmaceutical companies in the U.S. Following this, he navigated various functions in a startup focused on aggregating procurement of Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) items for large manufacturing firms in India. He developed unique solutions like ‘Punchout Catalogues’ within customers’ ERP systems for hassle-free ordering, fostering long-term partnerships with leading MRO distributors to expand product categories.

Most recently, Rohit led the establishment of a manufacturing unit in Pune for an MSME company, achieving a remarkable 25-fold growth in sales within the pharmaceutical vertical over five years. His accomplishments include reaching breakeven within the first year of heading the manufacturing unit followed by continuous profit growth. With his wealth of experience and business acumen, Rohit is determined to provide innovative recruitment solutions and tailored consultancy.

 
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Why Choose Us?

Antal Pune leverages the robust support and established brand reputation of Antal International, a global leader with over 30 years of experience in the recruitment industry. As part of this extensive network, we have access to world-class resources, industry insights, and opportunities that enable us to deliver exceptional recruitment and business consultancy solutions.

Key Focus Areas of Antal Pune

MSME Manufacturing Sector

We recognize the vital role that Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play in the manufacturing landscape. Our consultancy services are designed to help these businesses streamline their processes, enhance operational efficiency, and foster sustainable growth. We provide recruitment solutions that connect MSMEs with skilled professionals who can drive innovation, boost productivity and contribute significantly to the advancement of their organizations.
 

HVAC Industry

The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) industry is rapidly evolving, and we are dedicated to supporting businesses in this sector with specialized hiring solutions. Our expertise allows us to identify and attract top talent with the necessary skills and experience to meet the demands of this dynamic field.
 

Pharmaceutical Industry

The pharmaceutical sector is characterized by its complexity and regulatory requirements. We offer targeted hiring solutions that cater to this industry's unique demands. Our deep understanding of the pharmaceutical landscape enables us to source candidates who possess the technical expertise and industry knowledge essential for success in this field.
 

Lubricants Industry

The lubricants sector demands specialized expertise across industrial, automotive, mining, OEM and speciality application. We excel at sourcing sales engineers, technical specialists, and application experts skilled in metalworking fluids, synthetic compressor lubricants, automotive formulations, and heavy-duty engine oils. Our deep industry networks ensure rapid placement of domain professionals who optimize performance, reduce downtime, and drive cost efficiencies for manufacturing operations.
 

Tooling Industry

Precision tooling requires exceptional engineering talent and manufacturing domain expertise. We specialize in placing cutting tool specialists, application engineers, and carbide tooling professionals for global leaders in the sector. Our networks deliver candidates skilled in turning, milling, drilling, and advanced machining solutions who enhance productivity, precision, and operational competitiveness.

Key Focus Areas of Antal Pune

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Head of Mechanical COE, Pune
India
Lead the Mechanical Centre of Excellence and provide technical leadership for mechanical product design and development. The role will be responsible for customer-requirement-based design, simulation, DFSS, GD&T, DFM, material selection, drawing release, technology roadmap and development of mechanical engineering capabilities. Key Responsibilities: Lead mechanical product design and development based on customer requirements and applicable product specifications. Drive DFSS methodology across mechanical design and development activities. Guide the effective use of Creo, CATIA and ANSYS for design and engineering activities. Lead FEA and CFD simulation activities and ensure simulation outputs are effectively utilized to improve design confidence and achieve first-time-right designs. Ensure appropriate GD&T practices are incorporated into product designs and drawings. Drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM) activities with Manufacturing teams. Ensure final drawings and design data meet product requirements, engineering intent and manufacturing requirements. Manage materials and child-part databases within the design environment. Support material science considerations and platform-based approaches in mechanical design. Develop and manage the mechanical design technology roadmap in alignment with Product teams and future product requirements. Strengthen simulation and engineering practices to reduce design risks. Build and develop the Mechanical COE through recruitment, retention, technical training and capability development. Collaborate closely with Product, Hardware COE, Software COE, Advanced Engineering, Manufacturing and other R&D stakeholders. Interface with customers, suppliers, technology partners and other technical stakeholders as required. Key Skills: Mechanical Product Design & Development Creo / CATIA / ANSYS FEA & CFD GD&T DFSS DFM Material Science Drawing & Design Data Release Product Development Technology Roadmap Technical Team Leadership Cross-functional Stakeholder Management Ideal Candidate Profile:A senior Mechanical Engineering professional with strong experience in mechanical product design and development, simulation, drawing release and manufacturing-oriented engineering. The candidate should have proven experience leading technical teams and building engineering capabilities within an R&D environment.
Manufacturing & Production
Head of Products, Pune
India
Head of Products – R&D / Product Engineering We are looking for an experienced Head of Products to lead Product Engineering and provide end-to-end product leadership from customer requirement capture through system engineering, NPD, customer sample submission and manufacturing release. Key Responsibilities: Lead Product Engineering and drive end-to-end product development across the NPD lifecycle. Translate customer requirements into clear product requirements and system-level solutions. Drive system engineering, product architecture and cross-functional engineering alignment. Work closely with Hardware, Software, Mechanical and other engineering COEs. Support RFQ responses and technically sound product proposals. Define and maintain product requirements and ensure alignment with design teams. Drive NPD timelines, gates, milestones and customer sample submissions. Ensure drawings, BOMs and software are released to Manufacturing on time and with required quality. Apply DFSS methodology across product development and system engineering activities. Develop product direction based on current product knowledge, market requirements and future technology trends. Coordinate with Manufacturing and other R&D functions to ensure smooth product release. Recruit, develop and nurture Product Engineers and build strong product engineering capabilities. Drive first-time-right product development through disciplined requirement management, system engineering and release governance. Lead cross-functional teams and ensure timely execution of key product development deliverables. Key Skills: Product Engineering System Engineering Product Architecture Requirement Management NPD / New Product Development DFSS Customer Requirement Management Cross-functional R&D Coordination Product Development Drawing & BOM Release Team Leadership Key Interfaces:Internal stakeholders include NPD, Hardware COE, Software COE, Mechanical COE, Advanced Engineering, Manufacturing and R&D teams. External interfaces include customers, OEMs and other technical/business stakeholders. Ideal Candidate:A technically strong Product Engineering leader with 14+ years of relevant experience, strong system-level thinking, customer-facing exposure, NPD experience and proven ability to lead and develop a 10–15+ member product engineering team.
Manufacturing & Production
Head of Software COE, Pune
India
Job Description We are looking for an experienced Head of Software COE to lead the Software Centre of Excellence and provide technical and people leadership for embedded product software development. Key Responsibilities Lead the Software COE and manage embedded product software development. Own software requirements, architecture, design, development, testing, production release and version control. Lead embedded software architecture and design activities. Guide development using Embedded C / C++ and ensure strong coding and engineering practices. Manage production software release, configuration and change management. Drive software testing, validation and first-time-right production releases. Implement Agile development practices and appropriate software validation methods. Provide technical leadership in CAN Protocol, Bootloader, OS/RTOS, Diagnostics and Low-Level Drivers. Work closely with Product, Hardware, Mechanical, Manufacturing and other R&D teams. Coordinate with Manufacturing for software changes related to EOL and manufacturing requirements. Develop and manage the software technology roadmap aligned with future automotive product requirements. Build and develop the Software COE through recruitment, talent development, retention and training. Track emerging automotive software technologies and identify opportunities for future product development. Key Skills Embedded Software, Embedded C, C++, Automotive Embedded Systems, Software Architecture, Software Requirements, CAN Protocol, Bootloader, UDS/Diagnostics, RTOS/Operating Systems, Low-Level Drivers, Software Testing & Validation, Software Release Management, Version Control, Configuration Management, Agile, Automotive Software, R&D, Product Development, Team Management, Technical Leadership. Candidate Profile 14+ years of relevant experience in automotive embedded software / automotive electronics. Experience managing a software team of 10–15+ members. Strong experience in embedded software architecture and product development. Strong technical knowledge of CAN, diagnostics, bootloader, OS/RTOS and low-level drivers. Proven experience in technical and people leadership.
Engineering - Mechanical & Industrial
Project Lead –Design Engineer Mechanical
India
Job Title (Designation) - Project Lead –Design Engineer Mechanical Experience – 9+ Years The Project Lead – Mechanical Engineering is responsible for leading and delivering mechanical engineering activities across projects by providing strong technical direction, effective people leadership, and cross-functional coordination. This role exists to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and timely engineering solutions while developing team capability, enforcing engineering standards, and acting as the key technical interface between engineering, project management, manufacturing, and customers. Key Responsibilities – - Product design proposal for Customer & review of product design with designer for 2D drawings, 3D Cad-models & BOMs from proto to Production levels. - Lead mechanical design, analysis, and engineering execution across multiple projects. - Provide technical leadership through design reviews, calculations, FEA validation, and engineering approvals. - Plan, assign, and monitor team tasks to meet project schedules, quality standards, and cost targets. - Reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer contract requirements and related specifications. - Coordinate with Global engineering teams and Customers for any technical reviews, feasibility issues related to design. - Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Electrical, Controls, Automation & Virtual commissioning. - Drive problem-solving, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for design and manufacturing issues. - Proficient in undertaking process enhancement, process modifications, process and quality improvements to enhance operational efficiency and thereby escalating productivity. - Develop team members; conduct performance reviews and skill development planning. - Promote standardization, continuous improvement, and reuse of engineering solutions and best practices. - Support documentation, design change management, and product lifecycle activities. Independent Judgement - - Independent judgment in planning and executing mechanical engineering activities, selecting appropriate design approaches, materials, and manufacturing methods, and resolving technical issues. - Involves in making decisions on task prioritization, resource utilization, and technical trade-offs within defined project objectives, standards, and budgets. Education Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with 9+ years of experience Required: Technical lead or Project lead role in Engineering department Preferred: Prior experience in Engineering design for Powertrain assembly lines, End of line testing equipment & automation for automobiles testing & calibration. Technical knowledge - Lead and review mechanical design activities including concept development, detailed design, validation, and release. - Ensure designs comply with applicable standards, codes, and regulations (ISO, ASME, DIN, ASTM, BIS, etc.). - Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for design, manufacturing, or field issues. - Drive standardization, reuse of designs, and continuous improvement of engineering processes. - Supports team members in solving technical issues - Discuss with cross functional team and customer for technical reviews. Design Skills - Support design for manufacturability (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), and design for cost (DFC). - Guide the team on best engineering practices, design methodologies, tolerance stack-up, and GD&T. - Perform and/or review engineering calculations, FEA, and simulations to validate designs. - Product design proposal for Customer, Cost Estimation & review of product design with designer for 2D drawings, 3D Cad-models & BOMs from proto to Production levels. - Reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer contract requirements and related specifications. - Design of product by Benchmarking & reverse engineering, by using conventional measuring concepts. - Coordinate with manufacturing process team for any feasibility issue related to design. Projects handled - Powertrain assembly lines, End of line testing equipment & automation for automobiles testing & calibration. - Proficient in undertaking process enhancement, process modifications, process and quality improvements to enhance operational efficiency and thereby escalating productivity. - Independently execute the project and meet the customer requirements. Software tool knowledge and experience - Knowledge of 3D CAD tools: Autodesk Inventor 2026 / SolidWorks 2025 / Auto CAD 2026 - Knowledge of BOM creation & maintain in the Software’s like SAP & ERP - Software’s skill knowledge of Auto-CAD, Solid Works, PTC Creo, ERP for BOM creation. - Application knowledge of GD & T. - Kaizen/Poka-yoke/FMEA/5S/Continuous improvement activities to fool-proof the process, enhance Productivity & improve operational efficiency. People Skills: - Interface with global customers to clarify technical requirements, address concerns, and present solutions. - Support supplier technical discussions, evaluations, and design reviews. - Collaboratively work & Co-ordinate with Internal teams. - Give training to develop the skill of the people wherever required & lacking. Preferred: - Work experience of Powertrain assembly lines, End of line testing equipment, Automation for vehicle testing & calibration equipment’s would be preferred. Computer Proficiency: - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). - Autodesk Inventor 2026 / SolidWorks 2025 / Auto CAD 2026
Chemicals, Petrochemicals & Materials
SAP FICO Consultant
India
Job Title: SAP FI-CO Consultant Location: Vikhroli, Mumbai Position Type: Full-Time. Role Overview We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated SAP FI-CO Consultant with a minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in SAP Finance and Controlling. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting, enhancing, and implementing SAP FI-CO solutions across the ISEA (India & South East Asia) region. The role will involve close collaboration with Finance, Controlling, Business, IT teams, and external SAP partners across multiple countries. The candidate should have strong functional expertise, a good understanding of business processes, and the ability to translate business requirements into practical SAP solutions. SAP S/4HANA implementation experience will be an added advantage. This is a regional role, and the position may require travel within the region for implementation projects, workshops, UAT, training, go-live, business discussions, and other project activities. Willingness and flexibility to travel should not be a constraint for this role. Key Responsibilities · Provide functional expertise and ownership for SAP FI and CO processes across the region. · Analyze business requirements and translate them into effective SAP solutions. · Configure and support SAP FI processes including: · General Ledger (GL) · Accounts Payable (AP) · Accounts Receivable (AR) · Asset Accounting (AA) · Bank Accounting · Taxation · Financial Closing · Configure and support SAP CO processes including: · Cost Center Accounting · Profit Center Accounting · Internal Orders · Product Costing · Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) · Support integration between FI-CO and other SAP modules, particularly MM, SD, PP and QM. · Analyze and resolve production issues and provide appropriate root-cause analysis and corrective solutions. · Support month-end and year-end financial closing activities from the SAP perspective. · Ensure SAP solutions are aligned with business requirements, internal controls, and statutory/localization requirements. Implementation & Project Responsibilities · Participate in and/or lead SAP implementation, rollout, enhancement, upgrade, and migration projects. · Support regional SAP template implementation and harmonization of business processes across countries. · Gather requirements from business stakeholders and prepare functional solution designs. · Prepare functional specifications and coordinate with ABAP/technical teams for developments and enhancements. · Prepare and execute unit testing, integration testing, UAT, regression testing, and support production deployment. · Support cutover, data migration, go-live, and post-go-live/hypercare activities. · Work closely with external SAP implementation and support partners. · Identify opportunities for process standardization, automation, simplification, and continuous improvement. Regional Responsibilities · Work with Finance and business stakeholders across India and South East Asia. · Understand differences in business processes and statutory requirements across countries and provide appropriate SAP solutions. · Coordinate regional workshops, requirement-gathering sessions, testing, training, and implementation activities. · Act as a key FI-CO contact for regional SAP initiatives. · Ensure knowledge and solutions are shared across countries and avoid unnecessary duplication of processes and developments. · Support regional projects that may involve multiple time zones, cultures, and business practices. SAP S/4HANA Experience – Added Advantage Experience in SAP S/4HANA Finance implementation or migration will be highly desirable. Knowledge of the following would be an advantage: · S/4HANA Finance · Universal Journal / ACDOCA · New Asset Accounting · Business Partner · Fiori applications · S/4HANA migration/conversion · SAP Activate methodology · Simplification items and S/4HANA business process changes Required Skills & Experience · Minimum 8 years of SAP FI-CO experience. · Strong hands-on experience in SAP FI and CO configuration and support. · Experience in at least one or more end-to-end SAP implementation or rollout projects. · Strong understanding of Finance and Controlling business processes. · Good integration knowledge with MM, SD, PP and QM. · Experience in handling business requirements and converting them into SAP solutions. · Experience in preparing functional specifications and working with ABAP/technical teams. · Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities. · Experience working with business users, IT teams, SAP consultants, and external implementation partners. · Experience in a multinational or regional SAP environment would be preferred. · SAP FI-CO certification would be an advantage. Behavioral Competencies We are looking for someone who brings not only SAP expertise but also the right mindset and attitude to work in a regional environment. · Can-do attitude – approaches challenges with a positive, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset. · Ownership and accountability – takes responsibility for deliverables and follows issues through to closure. · Problem-solving mindset – focuses on finding solutions rather than simply identifying problems. · Proactive approach – anticipates potential issues and takes action rather than waiting for instructions. · Business-oriented thinking – understands that SAP is a tool to support and improve business processes. · Team player – works collaboratively with business, IT, consultants, and regional teams. · Strong communication skills – able to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. · Adaptability and flexibility – comfortable working with different countries, cultures, processes, and changing priorities. · Continuous improvement mindset – constantly looks for opportunities to simplify, standardize, automate, and improve processes. · Willingness to learn – open to new technologies, SAP innovations, and evolving business requirements. · Ability to work independently – capable of taking responsibility and making appropriate decisions within the area of expertise. · Resilience and composure – able to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities. · Customer-focused approach – understands stakeholder needs and strives to provide practical and sustainable solutions. · Regional mobility – willing to travel within the region when required; travel should not be a constraint. Education · Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline. · Professional qualification in Finance/Accounting or SAP certification would be an advantage. What We Expect From the Candidate The ideal candidate should be more than SAP FI-CO support consultant. We are looking for someone who can: Understand the business → Challenge where appropriate → Design the right solution → Take ownership → Deliver → Follow through. The person should be comfortable operating in a regional, multicultural and dynamic environment, working with stakeholders at different levels and taking ownership of SAP FI-CO initiatives from requirement through implementation and stabilization.
Engineering - Electrical & Electronics
Deputy Manager
India
Deputy Manager – PPC (Production Planning & Control) Department: Supply Chain ManagementExperience: 7–10 YearsEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Management; MBA preferredIndustry Preference: EMS / Manufacturing About the Role We are looking for an experienced Deputy Manager – PPC to lead production planning and control activities for assigned business units. The role will be responsible for aligning customer requirements with production capacity, material availability, manpower, inventory and delivery commitments. The position will involve close coordination with Production, SCM, Purchase, Stores, Quality, R&D and other functions to ensure effective planning, smooth execution and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Production Planning & Control Lead production planning and control activities in line with customer schedules and business priorities. Prepare, review and monitor production plans, schedules and dispatch priorities. Translate customer demand and delivery requirements into feasible production plans considering capacity, manpower, material and machine availability. Monitor daily and weekly production performance against plan and initiate corrective actions. Coordinate with Production, SCM, Stores and other stakeholders to resolve planning constraints. Capacity Planning & Resource Utilization Review machine capacity, production loading and manpower utilization. Identify capacity gaps, bottlenecks and potential constraints and recommend appropriate actions. Support manpower planning and allocation in coordination with Production and other functions. Monitor line loading, utilization and productivity trends to improve capacity utilization. Material & Inventory Planning Ensure effective material planning in alignment with production schedules and customer commitments. Coordinate with SCM, Purchase and Stores for timely availability of materials and components. Monitor inventory levels, material shortages, excess stock, lead times and critical items. Support inventory optimization while balancing service levels, working capital and production requirements. Customer Schedule & Delivery Management Monitor customer schedules, production commitments and delivery adherence. Track risks to customer delivery and escalate critical production or material constraints. Develop recovery plans for delayed orders or schedule deviations. Maintain visibility of committed versus actual production and dispatch performance. ERP / SAP & Production Reporting Ensure accurate and timely planning and reporting through ERP/SAP or equivalent systems. Maintain planning data, production schedules, master data and reports. Develop and review MIS reports and dashboards covering plan adherence, capacity, inventory and delivery performance. Use data and analytics to identify trends, risks and opportunities for process improvement. Cross-functional Coordination Coordinate with PPC, Production, SCM, Purchase, Stores, Quality, R&D and other relevant functions. Conduct regular planning reviews and follow up on agreed actions. Facilitate timely resolution of issues impacting production, inventory or delivery. Act as a key interface between planning requirements and execution teams. Process Improvement & Lean Practices Drive process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives within planning operations. Identify opportunities to improve planning accuracy, reduce delays, optimize inventory and improve delivery performance. Promote Lean Manufacturing, 5S and structured problem-solving practices. Support standardization of planning processes, controls and performance reporting. Problem Solving & Escalation Handle critical production, material and delivery escalations using a structured, data-driven approach. Conduct Root Cause Analysis for recurring planning and delivery issues. Implement corrective and preventive actions. Escalate business-critical risks with clear facts, impact and recommended actions. Team Leadership Lead, guide and develop the PPC team. Define individual and team KPIs and conduct periodic performance reviews. Build team capability through coaching, knowledge sharing and continuous development. Promote ownership, accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement. Key Skills & Competencies Strong expertise in PPC and manufacturing planning Production planning and scheduling Capacity planning and manpower utilization Material and inventory planning ERP/SAP knowledge Production reporting and MIS Analytical, forecasting and data-driven decision-making skills Customer and delivery orientation Cross-functional coordination and stakeholder management Problem solving and Root Cause Analysis Continuous improvement mindset Lean Manufacturing and 5S knowledge Team leadership and development Strong ownership and execution focus Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities Strong communication and influencing skills High accountability and commitment to customer delivery
Manufacturing & Production
AGM – Quality | Manufacturing Industry, Pune
India
AGM – Quality | Manufacturing Industry, Pune Location: Chakan, PuneFunction: QualityDesignation: Assistant General Manager – QualityExperience: 15–20 YearsQualification: BE/B.Tech – Electrical/Electronics preferred; MBA/PGDM in Operations/Supply Chain preferred About the Role We are looking for an experienced Quality Leader to drive Quality strategy, governance and operational excellence across multiple manufacturing plants and the R&D/Product Development function. The role will be responsible for establishing common Quality standards, strengthening customer and supplier quality, ensuring QMS compliance, driving NPD Quality, reducing defects and warranty failures, and building a strong prevention-oriented Quality culture across the organization. Key Responsibilities 1. Multi-Plant Quality Governance Establish and deploy common Quality standards, systems, KPIs and governance mechanisms across manufacturing plants. Review plant-wise Quality performance, risks and improvement initiatives. Identify systemic Quality issues and drive horizontal deployment of corrective and preventive actions. Benchmark performance across plants and implement best practices. 2. QMS & Compliance Drive compliance with IATF 16949 / ISO 9001, customer-specific requirements and applicable statutory/regulatory requirements. Lead internal, customer and certification audit readiness. Ensure effective CAPA and timely closure of audit findings. Strengthen risk-based and preventive Quality management. 3. Customer Quality Own the overall Customer Quality strategy, including customer PPM, complaints, rejections, returns, scorecards and quality ratings. Lead critical customer complaints and escalations using 8D and structured RCA. Drive reduction in customer complaints, PPM and field failures. Build strong relationships with customer Quality and Engineering teams and support customer audits. 4. Supplier Quality Drive supplier Quality performance, Supplier PPM and corrective-action effectiveness. Lead supplier audits, process assessments, APQP/PPAP and supplier capability improvement. Work closely with SCM/Procurement on high-risk suppliers and improvement plans. Ensure effective corrective and preventive actions at supplier locations. 5. R&D / Design Quality Embed Quality requirements throughout the product development lifecycle. Establish Quality gates covering design, prototype, validation, industrialization and production. Review DFMEA, product risks, design specifications, engineering changes and validation plans. Drive Design-for-Quality and Design-for-Manufacturability in collaboration with R&D and Engineering. Ensure customer and field-quality learnings are incorporated into future product development. 6. New Product Development – APQP / PPAP Lead Quality involvement in NPD and ensure effective APQP deployment. Ensure timely completion and review of PFMEA/DFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC and PPAP. Establish Quality gates through prototype, pilot, launch and SOP stages. Drive first-time-right product launches and timely customer PPAP approvals. 7. Process, Product & Manufacturing Quality Drive improvement in FPY, rework, scrap, internal defects and process variation. Strengthen incoming, in-process and final Quality controls. Ensure adherence to Control Plans, approved process parameters and reaction plans. Promote SPC, Poka-Yoke, process capability, traceability and defect-prevention practices. Partner with Operations and Engineering to eliminate recurring manufacturing defects. 8. Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement Establish a structured problem-solving framework using 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, Pareto and RCA. Review major internal, customer and supplier Quality issues. Drive Kaizen, Lean Six Sigma and Poka-Yoke initiatives across plants. Track measurable improvements in defects, FPY, scrap, rework, customer PPM and Quality cost. 9. Warranty & Field Quality Drive product reliability and customer satisfaction through effective field-failure analysis. Monitor warranty claims, field failures and major failure modes. Lead cross-functional investigations and corrective actions. Ensure field-quality learning is incorporated into product design, processes and control plans. 10. Quality Cost & Digitalization Monitor and reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) across plants. Track scrap, rework, rejection, warranty and customer-failure costs. Drive digitization of Quality reporting, dashboards, traceability and performance monitoring. Use Quality analytics to identify trends, recurring issues and emerging risks. 11. People & Leadership Lead, coach and develop Plant Quality Heads/Managers and specialist Quality teams. Build organizational capability in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, 8D, auditing and structured problem solving. Develop internal auditors, technical specialists and future Quality leaders. Establish succession plans for critical Quality positions. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate should have: 15–20 years of experience in Quality Management, Quality Assurance, Customer Quality, Supplier Quality, QMS and/or Operational Excellence. Strong exposure to multi-plant Quality management. Experience working with R&D / Product Development and NPD Quality. Strong understanding of IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 and customer-specific requirements. Hands-on expertise in APQP, PPAP, DFMEA/PFMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA, 8D, CAPA and RCA. Experience in Customer Quality, Supplier Quality and manufacturing/process Quality. Exposure to Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke and continuous improvement. Strong leadership, stakeholder management and cross-functional influencing capabilities. Ability to combine strategic Quality leadership with hands-on execution. Key Competencies Quality Leadership | Multi-Plant Quality Governance | Customer Quality | Supplier Quality | QMS | APQP | PPAP | FMEA | SPC | MSA | 8D | CAPA | RCA | Manufacturing Quality | NPD Quality | Warranty & Field Quality | Lean Six Sigma | Kaizen | COPQ | Quality Analytics | Digital Quality Systems What We Are Looking For We are particularly interested in professionals who have managed Quality across multiple manufacturing locations, rather than candidates whose experience is limited to a single plant. Strong exposure to customer-facing Quality, supplier development, NPD/APQP-PPAP and Quality governance will be highly relevant for this position. The role also requires someone who can influence senior stakeholders while remaining close to plant-level execution.
Manufacturing & Production
AGM - Manufacturing Systems, Pune
India
AGM – Manufacturing Systems, Pune Industry: Automotive / Automotive Electronics ManufacturingFunction: Manufacturing Systems / IndustrializationExperience: 15–20 YearsQualification: BE / BTech – Electrical / Electronics preferredLocation: Chakan, PuneEmployment Type: Full-Time About the Company Our client is a leading organization in the automotive and automotive electronics manufacturing sector, with strong exposure to Tier-1 and Tier-2 automotive suppliers. The organization focuses on manufacturing systems, industrialization, cost optimization, supplier development, and continuous improvement. Job Overview We are looking for an experienced AGM – Manufacturing Systems professional to lead industrialization projects, develop cost-effective manufacturing solutions, improve equipment productivity, reduce manufacturing costs, and drive Industry 4.0 initiatives. Key Responsibilities Develop cost-effective manufacturing and industrialization solutions, including Capex, direct labour, performance objectives, and project timelines. Manage industrialization projects in line with project objectives, budgets, plant standards, and timelines. Study and optimize manufacturing processes to reduce labour costs and investment. Identify and evaluate capable contractors in coordination with the Purchasing team. Prepare complete industrialization proposals covering Capex, direct labour, speed, OEE, layouts, technical specifications, and timelines. Manage industrialization projects with cross-functional teams including Process Engineering, Production, Quality, Logistics, and Maintenance. Define technical specifications for equipment and coordinate contractor selection. Supervise equipment design, manufacturing, qualification trials, plant integration, run-off, and production start-up. Supervise initial sample fabrication in coordination with Plant and Project Quality teams. Contribute to Design for Manufacturing (DFM) to optimize manufacturing cost and production quality. Recommend product design improvements to minimize manufacturing costs and improve production quality. Identify opportunities to improve equipment productivity and reduce manufacturing costs. Drive initiatives to eliminate non-value-added activities, scrap generation, process issues, quality risks, and H&S hazards. Support and strengthen the Plant's Kaizen initiatives. Identify best practices, propose innovative solutions, and drive test plans. Contribute to product standardization. Support the organization's transition towards Industry 4.0. Key Interfaces Internal: R&D, Quality, Production, Planning, Finance, SCMExternal: Suppliers, OEMs, Auditors, Logistics Partners Key Skills & Competencies Strategic sourcing & negotiation Automotive electronics & component sourcing Supplier development & audits Cost reduction & value engineering Knowledge of IATF 16949 / APQP / PPAP ERP / SAP exposure Strong leadership and stakeholder management Data-driven and commercial mindset High integrity Strong negotiation and influencing skills Strategic thinking with strong execution focus Continuous improvement mindset Kaizen / TPM exposure will be an advantage Qualification BE / BTech, preferably in Electrical or Electronics Engineering. MBA / PGDM in Supply Chain / Operations will be preferred. Professional Experience 15–20 years of experience in Purchase / Strategic Sourcing. Minimum 8–10 years of experience in automotive or automotive electronics manufacturing. Strong exposure to Tier-1 / Tier-2 automotive suppliers.
Manufacturing & Production
AGM - SCM
India
Designation: AGM - SCM Department: Supply Chain Management Experience: 15–20 years of experience in Purchase / Strategic Sourcing Minimum 8–10 years in automotive or automotive electronics manufacturing Strong exposure to Tier-1 / Tier-2 automotive suppliers Qualification: BE / BTech (Electrical, Electronics preferred) MBA / PGDM in Supply Chain / Operations (preferred) Roles: · Lead the end-to-end supply chain strategy to support business objectives and drive operational excellence · Oversee all aspects of procurement, inventory, logistics, and supplier relationships to ensure efficiency and cost optimization · Implement Lean, TPM, 5S, and Kaizen to continuously improve supply chain processes and reduce lead times. · Drive cost-saving initiatives, ensure budget adherence, and mitigate risks to ensure seamless supply chain operations. · Enhance supply chain capabilities through ERP (SAP/Oracle) systems and digital tools for data-driven decision-making. · Build and nurture a high-performing team, promoting learning, growth, and a culture of accountability. Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Supply Chain Planning: · Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with business goals, ensuring 100% alignment with production and sales forecasts. · Ensure alignment between supply chain operations and business growth. 2. Procurement & Supplier Management: · Ensure supplier performance, cost optimization, and quality compliance along with ≥ 98% supplier on-time delivery (OTD) · Drive procurement cost-saving initiatives to achieve a 5–10% annual reduction in procurement costs. · Maintain and improve supplier quality performance ≤ 100 PPM (Parts Per Million) defect rate. 3. Inventory & Materials Management: · Optimize inventory to balance availability and cost while maintaining 6–8 inventory turns per year. · Reduce obsolete and excess inventory to no more than 2% of total inventory. 4. Logistics & Distribution: · Ensure efficient and cost-effective inbound and outbound logistics by reducing logistics and freight costs by 10–15% annually. · Improve delivery lead times and accuracy and achieve ≥ 99% on-time customer order fulfillment. 5. Cost Optimization & Budget Compliance: · Implement cost control measures and optimize supply chain expenses and Keep supply chain operations within the approved budget · Execute cost-saving projects across the supply chain and deliver a minimum of 10% annual cost reduction initiatives. 6. Risk Mitigation & Business Continuity: · Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and establish a risk mitigation plan for all critical suppliers · Ensure supply chain continuity during disruptions and Achieve 100% supply chain continuity in critical scenarios. 7. Technology & Digital Transformation: · Implement advanced supply chain technology (ERP, analytics) and Achieve 100% digital integration with supply chain systems. · Drive data-driven decision-making through technology adoption and Implement 3+ digital initiatives annually. 8. Compliance & Sustainability: · Ensure compliance with industry regulations and environmental standards and 100% adherence to IATF 16949 and ISO 14000 certifications. · Implement sustainable sourcing and logistics practices and execute 3+sustainability initiatives annually. 9. Team Leadership & Talent Development: · Build and develop a high-performing supply chain team also Ensure 100% completion of employee training and upskilling programs · Strengthening internal talent pipeline and succession planning also identify and develop 2+ successors for key roles. 10. Process Improvement & Innovation: · Drive continuous improvement through Lean, TPM, and Kaizen methodologies by Completing 10+ Kaizen/TPM projects annually. · Improve operational efficiency and reduce lead times by Achieving 15-20% reduction in supply chain lead times. Key Interfaces: Internal: R&D, Quality, Production, Planning, Finance, SCM External: Suppliers, OEMs (as required), Auditors, Logistics partners Key Skills & Competencies: Strategic Thinking along with Vision & Ability to craft and implement long-term supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives. Automotive electronics & component sourcing CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional), CPIM, Six Sigma. Cost reduction & value engineering IATF 16949 / APQP / PPAP knowledge ERP / SAP exposure Strong leadership & stakeholder management Data-driven, commercial mindset with high integrity Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and advanced supply chain analytics. Behavioral Attributes: Strategic thinker with execution focus Strong negotiation and influencing skills Hands-on, yet capable of operating at leadership level High ownership and accountability Continuous improvement mindset (Kaizen, TPM exposure preferred)
Oil, Gas & Energy
Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager - Specialty Lubricants, Chennai
India
Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager – Sales | Specialty Lubricants Industry: Specialty Lubricants / Industrial ProductsFunction: Sales & MarketingExperience: 8+ YearsQualification: Diploma / Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Production EngineeringLocation: Assigned Geographic RegionEmployment Type: Full-Time About the Company Our client is a leading multinational organization in specialty lubricants, with operations across 120+ countries and a diverse portfolio of high-performance lubricant products. The organization serves customers across multiple industrial sectors and has strong capabilities in research, manufacturing, technical consultancy, and customer service. Job Purpose The position is responsible for profitably marketing products and managing sales and marketing activities within the assigned geographic region, with a focus on developing existing customers and identifying new business opportunities. Key Responsibilities Promote the sale of high-performance lubricants to customers in Engineering, Renewable/Wind, Packaging, Glass, and Precision Industries. Conduct regular planned customer visits across the assigned region. Provide technical assistance and coordinate successful field trials for various customer applications. Track and analyze competitor information, including pricing, credit terms, sales volumes, market share, and competitive marketing activities. Recommend appropriate credit limits for customer approval. Receive customer orders and coordinate with Technical, Commercial, and Logistics teams to ensure timely processing and delivery. Maintain accurate records and ensure all statutory and company-required documentation is up to date. Achieve regional sales and financial objectives through forecasting, budgeting, expenditure planning, variance analysis, and corrective actions. Maintain and expand the customer base while building strong relationships with key customers. Identify and develop new business opportunities within the assigned territory. Continuously update industry and product knowledge through professional development and networking. Support the organization's overall sales and business objectives. Educational Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Production Engineering or Diploma at minimum. MBA in Marketing / PGDBM will be an added advantage. Experience 8+ years of experience in the sales of high-end products. Experience in selling to Engineering, Automotive Tier 1 & Tier 2, and Precision Industries is preferred. Desired Candidate Profile Proficient in spoken and written English, Hindi, and the local language. Strong territory management experience, preferably having managed sales and marketing activities for a region. Good understanding of the technical aspects of Engineering, Automotive Tier 1 & Tier 2, and Precision Industries. Strong commercial acumen and a self-driven, result-oriented approach. Good understanding of customer requirements and industrial sales processes. Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned region. Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of SAP or similar applications will be an advantage.