PLANT GM-ADMIN & COMMERCIAL FOR - MEGHALAYA

JobItUs; Meghalaya; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

JobItUs is seeking a General Manager - Plant Administration & Commercial to oversee all non-technical, administrative, commercial, supply chain, and compliance operations at the manufacturing facility.

The role ensures cost optimization, statutory compliance, vendor relations, and alignment with plant production teams for peak efficiency. 15–20+ years in plant administration and industrial liaison are expected.

Qualifications

• MBA/PGDM in Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, or General Management completed.
• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Engineering, or Law preferred for the candidate.
• 15–20+ years of progressive experience in plant administration, commercial ops and industrial liaison within a large manufacturing setup.

Responsibilities

• Commercial & Supply Chain Management including procurement, vendor management and SLAs.
• Manage logistics, warehousing, inventory control, and dispatch of finished goods.
• Draft and manage contracts with third-party service providers and vendors.
• Prepare and monitor annual administrative and commercial budgets.

Skills

Strong negotiation

ERP systems (SAP MM/SD)

MS Office

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Industrial liaison

Education

MBA / PGDM in Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, or General Management

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Engineering, or Law preferred

Tools

SAP MM/SD

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: General Manager (GM) - Plant Administration & Commercial

Location: [Plant Location / City, State]

Department: Plant Operations / Administration & Commercial

Reports To: Plant Head / Chief Operating Officer (COO) / VP - Operations

Job Summary

The General Manager - Plant Administration & Commercial is responsible for overseeing all non-technical, administrative, commercial, supply chain, and compliance operations at the manufacturing facility. This role ensures seamless day-to-day plant governance, cost optimization, statutory compliance, vendor management, and positive employee and community relations so that production teams can operate at peak efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Commercial & Supply Chain Management

• Procurement & Vendor Management: Oversee local procurement of raw materials, consumables, spare parts, and capital equipment while negotiating favorable terms and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

• Logistics & Dispatch: Manage inbound and outbound logistics, warehouse operations, inventory control, and timely dispatch of finished goods.

• Contract Administration: Draft, review, and manage contracts for third-party service providers, contractors, transporters, and facility vendors.

• Cost Control & Budgeting: Prepare and monitor the annual administrative and commercial budget, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and working capital optimization.

2. Plant Administration & Facility Governance

• Facility Management: Ensure proper upkeep of plant infrastructure, employee housing/colonies, canteens, guesthouses, security systems, and employee transport services.

• Asset & Scrap Management: Maintain accurate fixed asset registers and oversee the transparent disposal of plant scrap and obsolete materials.

• IT & Office Support: Coordinate with corporate IT and support teams to ensure uninterrupted communication systems, ERP functioning, and administrative infrastructure.

3. Statutory Compliance, Legal & Liaison

• Regulatory Approvals: Ensure 100% compliance with local, state, and central statutory requirements, including Factories Act, Pollution Control Board norms, labor laws, and municipal regulations.

• Government & External Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for government authorities, local administration, police, tax departments, and utility providers.

• Risk & Insurance Management: Manage plant insurance policies, renewals, and claim settlements in coordination with corporate finance.

4. Industrial Relations (IR), Security & CSR

• Industrial Relations: Support HR in maintaining harmonious industrial relations, handling union negotiations, and resolving employee grievances proactively.

• Plant Security: Lead the plant security apparatus to safeguard company assets, personnel, and intellectual property, preventing pilferage and unauthorized access.

• Community & CSR: Drive Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives and maintain cordial relationships with local communities and village panchayats around the plant.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: MBA / PGDM in Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, or General Management. A Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Engineering, or Law is preferred.

• Experience: 15-20+ years of progressive experience in plant administration, commercial operations, and industrial liaison within a large manufacturing setup (e.g., steel, cement, power, chemicals, automotive, or heavy engineering).

• Leadership: Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams in commercial, admin, security, and logistics functions.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Strong negotiation, contract management, and commercial acumen.

• Deep knowledge of Indian labor laws, factory compliance, and taxation (GST, e-way bills, customs/excise where applicable).

• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP MM/SD modules preferred) and MS Office.

• Crisis management, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills.

• High ethical standards and strong interpersonal communication.