Chief Operations Officer-A leading Indian chemical manufacturer

Company: Michael Page
Apply for the Chief Operations Officer-A leading Indian chemical manufacturer
Location: Mumbai
Job Description:

  • Only Chemical Engineers with 20+ years of Site Operations exp. apply
  • Only candidates who read/speak Gujarati & have setup a greenfiled project apply
  • About Our Client

    Our client is a leading player in the speciality chemicals industry and currently a mid sized organisation. The company is embarking on a major Greenfield project to set up a large, automated manufacturing facility, aiming for significant growth over the next 5 years. They are based out of Mumbai.

    Job Description

    Reporting into the MD you will be responsible for

    Operations Leadership:

  • Oversee all manufacturing facilities and ensure operational efficiency.
  • Drive process improvements, automation, and best practices across units.
  • Greenfield Project Execution:

  • Lead end-to-end planning and execution of a new greenfield project, right from land procurement.
  • Coordinate with consultants (, McDonald, Jacobs) for plant design and implementation.
  • Manage environmental and pollution control clearances.
  • Strategic Growth:

  • Align operations with organizational goals to achieve the designated turnover next year and long-term targets of doubling the top line
  • Introduce modern technologies and automation systems (, DCS hybrid systems).
  • Cross-functional Leadership:

  • Collaborate with R&D, supply chain, and finance teams for integrated business planning.
  • Build and mentor high-performing teams across operations and projects.
  • The Successful Applicant

    Education: Chemical Engineering (preferably from Tier 1 institute)

    Experience:

  • 20+ years in manufacturing operations within speciality chemicals, construction chemicals, or continuous chemical processes.
  • Proven track record in Greenfield project execution and automation implementation.
  • Exposure to sales or business leadership is desirable; at minimum, strong commercial acumen and customer orientation.
  • Skills:

  • Strong project management and operational excellence.
  • Ability to engage with consultants and challenge designs.
  • Leadership, strategic thinking, and adaptability.
  • Gujarati language familiarity is a plus.
  • Posted: March 3rd, 2026