Head Grid Technologies Products - SWITCHGEAR BUSINESS

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Your new role - challenging and future-oriented

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional for the role of Execution Unit Head - Grid Technology Switching business, Aurangabad. The role reports to the CEO Siemens Energy India and is functionally aligned with global SVP for Grid Technologies - Products.

The Head of Switchgears India will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of Switchgear Operations, including its manufacturing, ensuring the highest standards of production, quality, and safety. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of manufacturing processes within the Energy Technology, ideally Switchgears, industry.

Key Responsibilities:

1.Leadership and Management:

oProvide strategic direction and leadership to the Switchgear business team.

oFoster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence.

oDevelop and implement operational strategies to achieve business goals.

2.Production Management:

oOversee the entire production process, ensuring efficient and timely manufacturing of our Switchgears portfolio.

oMonitor production schedules, quality standards, and cost control measures.

oUtilize lean manufacturing principles to optimize productivity and reduce waste.

3.Quality Assurance:

oEnsure that all products meet or exceed industry standards and customer expectations.

oImplement and maintain robust quality control systems and processes.

oDrive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and reliability.

4.Safety and Compliance:

oPromote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.

oImplement and enforce safety protocols and procedures.

oConduct regular safety audits and risk assessments.

5. Offer and Order Management:

oOversee the offer and order management processes to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of customer orders.

oCoordinate with sales and marketing teams to develop competitive offers and manage customer expectations.

oMonitor order processing, from receipt to delivery, ensuring alignment with production capabilities and schedules.

oImplement systems and processes to improve order accuracy, reduce lead times, and enhance customer satisfaction.

6.Financial Management:

oDevelop and manage Switchgears business budget in close collaboration with your Finance Head, ensuring cost-effective operations.

oMonitor financial performance and implement measures to achieve financial targets.

oIdentify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

7.Team Development:

oRecruit, train, and develop a high-performing team.

oProvide mentorship and support to team members, fostering professional growth.

oConduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.

8.Stakeholder Engagement:

oCollaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, and corporate teams.

oMaintain strong relationships with key partners to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.

oRepresent Switchgear Business in meetings and industry events.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, sales and or marketing, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the Energy technology industry.
• Strong knowledge of energy technology, ideally switchgears, manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Proven track record of successfully managing factory operations and achieving business objectives.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.

POSITION IN ORGANISATION

• Reports to the CEO Siemens Energy India
• Based in Aurangabad

We've got quite a lot to offer. How about you

This role is based in Aurangabad. You'll also get to visit other locations in India and beyond, so you'll need to go where this journey takes you. In return, you'll get the chance to work with teams impacting entire cities, countries - and the shape of things to come.

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