Head - Manufacturing

Saaki, Argus & Averil Consulting • Chennai, Tamil Nadu • Posted June 20, 2026

About the Role

Head – Manufacturing

Location - Chennai 

A leading, diversified organization in the sugar and biofuel sector is seeking a seasoned manufacturing leader to head integrated operations across multiple plants. This role reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer and carries enterprise-wide responsibility for operational performance, manufacturing strategy, and plant excellence.

The mandate is to strengthen manufacturing capability, enhance operational efficiency, and drive sustainable growth across a complex, multi-site footprint.

Responsibilities: 

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple integrated manufacturing units
  • Drive improvements in throughput, recovery, cost structure, and asset utilization
  • Ensure best-in-class standards in safety, statutory compliance, environmental stewardship, and quality
  • Lead and develop plant leadership teams, building a high-performance manufacturing culture
  • Ov...