DGM FOR STEEL MANUFACTURING - RANCHI , JHARKHAND

JobItUs; Jharkhand; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Title: Deputy General Manager (DGM) for Operations. We are seeking an experienced, results-driven leader to partner with the General Manager, optimize workflows, manage budgets, lead department heads, and drive revenue and quality targets.

You will serve as second-in-command, fostering a high-performance culture across the organization. The role requires 8–12 years in operations/management with 3–5 years in a senior leadership role, strong financial acumen, and exceptional people leadership

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of progressive operations or management experience.
• 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience managing large budgets and driving P&L performance.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional coordination in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management with C-suite executives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across departments to ensure efficiency.
• Translate long-term strategies into actionable departmental goals and KPIs.
• Assist in budgeting, monitor P&L, and control operational costs.
• Coach department heads and oversee succession planning.
• Analyze workflows and drive lean continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, health and safety standards, and internal policies.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders.
• Represent the GM during their absence and make high-level operational decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration / Management

Job description

A Deputy General Manager (DGM) job description outlines the role of a senior operations leader who bridges the gap between executive strategy and daily execution.

The DGM typically reports to the General Manager (GM) or Vice President and oversees department heads to drive operational efficiency, financial performance, and team growth.

Because DGM roles vary by industry (such as manufacturing, hospitality, retail, IT, or corporate services), below is a versatile, copy-pasteable template that you can easily adapt to your specific sector.

Job Title

Deputy General Manager (DGM)

Department

Department: Operations / Management

Reports To

Reports To: General Manager / Vice President

Location

Location: [City, State / Hybrid / On-site]

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Deputy General Manager (DGM) to assist in leading our daily operations and driving strategic business growth. The ideal candidate will partner closely with the General Manager to optimize operational workflows, manage budgets, lead department heads, and ensure the company meets its revenue and quality targets. You will act as the second-in-command, stepping in for the General Manager as needed and fostering a high-performance culture across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Oversee day-to-day business operations across multiple departments to ensure efficiency, productivity, and adherence to company standards.
• Strategic Execution: Partner with the General Manager to translate long-term corporate strategies into actionable departmental goals and KPIs.
• Financial Management: Assist in preparing annual budgets, monitoring profit and loss (P&L) statements, controlling operational costs, and identifying revenue-growth opportunities.
• Team Management & Development: Mentor, coach, and evaluate department heads and middle managers. Conduct performance reviews and oversee succession planning.
• Process Improvement: Analyze operational data and workflows to identify bottlenecks, implement lean practices, and drive continuous improvement.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all operations comply with industry regulations, health and safety standards, and internal company policies.
• Stakeholder Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, vendors, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders.
• Executive Representation: Act on behalf of the General Manager during their absence, making high-level operational decisions when required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a relevant industry field (MBA or Master’s degree preferred).
• Experience: Minimum of [8–12] years of progressive experience in operations or management, including at least [3–5] years in a senior leadership role.
• Financial Acumen: Proven experience managing large budgets, analyzing financial reports, and driving P&L performance.
• Leadership Skills: Exceptional ability to lead, motivate, and align cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills for engaging both frontline staff and C-suite executives.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with a track record of resolving complex operational challenges under pressure.