Lead-Founder's Office

Priyagold Biscuits; Dadri; On-site; INR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Priyagold Biscuits is seeking a business-oriented leader to head the Founder's Office, translating the Managing Director's priorities into strategic plans and executing cross-functional initiatives. The role combines strategy, performance analytics and organizational discipline, with a focus on AI-enabled automation to accelerate decision-making and outcomes.

The incumbent will supervise the Founder's Office team, manage calendars, briefings and approvals, and interact with senior stakeholders

Qualifications

• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking required.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage projects.
• Experience with AI tools and digital transformation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Founder's Office; translate MD priorities into actionable plans.
• Drive strategic planning, business initiatives and performance reviews.
• Coordinate across functions and manage MD's calendar and communications.
• Drive AI adoption and technology integration to improve speed and efficiency.
• Prepare leadership materials, dashboards and management reports.

Skills

Business acumen

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Execution capabilities

Education

B.Tech + MBA (preferred)

Tools

AI tools

Automation

Job description

About the Group

The group is a diversified Indian enterprise with established businesses across FMCG and flexible packaging. Priyagold is one of India's well-known biscuit brands with a strong market presence. As the group continues to scale, it is focused on strengthening leadership capability, business systems, execution and technology-led transformation.

About the Role

We are looking for a highly capable, business-oriented and technology-driven professional to lead the Founder's Office and work closely with the Managing Director. The role combines strategic planning, business performance and execution, cross-functional leadership and the effective management of the MD's Office.

The incumbent will translate the MD's priorities into actionable plans, drive important initiatives across businesses, lead the Founder's Office team and ensure accountability for decisions and commitments. The role also calls for strong organisational discipline in managing the MD's calendar, meetings, briefings and follow-through, alongside the practical use of AI and automation to improve the speed and effectiveness of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Planning & Business Initiatives

• Work closely with the MD on short- and long-term business priorities, strategic planning and organisational initiatives.
• Translate the Founder's vision into actionable plans, milestones and measurable outcomes; drive initiatives relating to business growth, expansion and transformation.
• Evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, investments and market developments, providing research, analysis and data-backed recommendations.
• Support business planning, strategic resource allocation and important management decisions in consultation with the MD and relevant functional leaders.
• Track strategic projects and ensure agreed milestones, deliverables and outcomes are achieved.

2. Business Performance, Reviews & Analytics

• Drive periodic business and functional reviews, ensuring that discussions lead to clear decisions, ownership and timelines.
• Analyse financial reports, business performance, operational metrics and growth indicators; identify risks, performance gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Develop dashboards, management reports and presentations that provide clear visibility on business performance and critical priorities.
• Work with Finance and functional heads to review revenue, profitability, costs, productivity and operational efficiency, and support optimisation initiatives.

3. Founder's Office Leadership & Execution

• Lead, manage and develop the Founder's Office team, establishing clear responsibilities, work allocation, operating standards and accountability.
• Act as the central link between the MD and business heads, coordinating across Sales, Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Technology.
• Monitor management decisions, commitments and key initiatives; seek updates, call for reviews and drive timely closure on behalf of the MD.
• Exercise delegated authority to engage independently with senior stakeholders, address delays and resolve execution bottlenecks; escalation matters requiring the MD's intervention or approval.
• Ensure effective functioning of the MD's Office, including calendar and meeting management, agenda preparation, briefing material, minutes of meetings, action tracking, correspondence and follow-ups.
• Maintain oversight of the MD's appointments, travel and daily commitments, ensuring that time is prioritised against business requirements and that important matters receive attention.

4. AI, Automation & Technology Integration

• Drive the effective use of technology, AI-enabled tools and digital platforms within the Founder's Office and across business functions.
• Identify opportunities to simplify processes, improve workflows and enhance productivity through appropriate use of technology and automation.
• Work with internal IT teams and external technology partners to ensure that key systems, platforms and digital initiatives are implemented effectively and function smoothly.
• Encourage adoption of relevant AI tools and digital solutions for research, reporting, analysis, communication and everyday business activities.
• Stay abreast of emerging technology solutions and assess their practical relevance to the organisation, with a focus on improving speed, efficiency and decision-making.

5. Leadership Communication & Stakeholder Management

• Prepare high-quality management presentations, briefing notes, business reviews and strategic documents for the MD.
• Represent the MD's Office in internal and external discussions when required and appropriately authorised.
• Communicate management priorities and decisions clearly, build effective relationships with senior stakeholders and handle sensitive information with discretion.

This Role Will Suit You If

• You combine business understanding and strategic thinking with strong execution and organisational abilities.
• You can manage multiple priorities, engage senior stakeholders and influence teams to deliver on commitments.
• You are analytical, commercially aware and able to turn business information into meaningful insights.
• You are enthusiastic about AI and technology and enjoy implementing practical solutions to improve how work gets done.
• You demonstrate high ownership, sound judgement, discretion and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.

Experience & Background

• Minimum 12 years of relevant experience, preferably 1218+ years, in a Founder's/CEO/MD Office, Business Operations, Corporate Strategy, Business Transformation or a similar role.
• B.tech + MBA is preferred while is not a mandate
• Experience working directly with Founders, CEOs, MDs or senior business leadership, with demonstrated responsibility for teams and cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong exposure to business planning, financial analysis, performance management, management reporting and strategic project execution.
• Practical experience with AI tools, automation, digital transformation and technology-enabled productivity.
• Candidates from FMCG, Food & Beverages, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, D2C or other large-scale businesses would be preferred.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong business acumen, analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong project management, prioritisation and execution capabilities.
• High ownership, accountability, attention to detail and discretion.
• Technology orientation, adaptability and a bias for action.