Plant Head

GNT Page Private Limited; Punjab; On-site; INR 7,000,000 - 10,000,000; Full time

Job summary

GNT Page Private Limited in Punjab seeks an accomplished AVP – Operations to lead its OSD Formulations business. The role directs plant operations, drives regulatory compliance, and steers growth with cross-functional collaboration across production, QA/QC, engineering and BD.

The candidate will have 20+ years of pharma manufacturing experience, proven leadership as Unit/Plant/Cluster Head, and strong exposure to EU-GMP environments and global audits.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, specifically OSD formulations.
• Proven leadership as Unit Head, Plant Head, or Cluster Head – Operations.
• Strong hands-on exposure to EU-GMP-regulated manufacturing environments and global regulatory audits.
• Ability to lead large, cross-functional teams and manage end-to-end plant operations.
• Strong strategic, commercial, stakeholder management, and people leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end operations of the OSD formulation manufacturing plant and drive overall business performance.
• Oversee and align all key functions, including Production, QA, QC, Engineering & Maintenance, and Business Development.
• Ensure compliance with EU-GMP and international pharmaceutical regulatory standards, including readiness for regulatory inspections and audits.
• Drive production planning, capacity utilization, productivity, quality, cost optimization, and operational efficiency.
• Lead cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to achieve business objectives, delivery commitments, and quality targets.
• Develop and execute strategies for continuous improvement, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth.
• Build a strong leadership culture focused on quality, compliance, accountability, and people development.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Regulatory compliance

Strategic thinking

Education

B.Pharm / M.Pharm / relevant postgraduate

Job description

Job Description | AVP – Operations (OSD Formulations)

Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Location: Punjab Experience: 20+ Years Salary Budget: ₹70 LPA – ₹1 Crore per Annum

Role Overview

A leading pharmaceutical group is seeking an accomplished AVP – Operations to lead its OSD (Oral Solid Dosage) Formulations business. The incumbent will provide strategic and operational leadership for the entire formulation plant, ensuring manufacturing excellence, regulatory compliance, business growth, and cross-functional alignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end operations of the OSD formulation manufacturing plant and drive overall business performance.
• Oversee and align all key functions, including Production, QA, QC, Engineering & Maintenance, and Business Development.
• Ensure compliance with EU-GMP and international pharmaceutical regulatory standards, including readiness for regulatory inspections and audits.
• Drive production planning, capacity utilization, productivity, quality, cost optimization, and operational efficiency.
• Lead cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to achieve business objectives, delivery commitments, and quality targets.
• Develop and execute strategies for continuous improvement, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth.
• Build a strong leadership culture focused on quality, compliance, accountability, and people development.

Candidate Profile

• B.Pharm / M.Pharm / relevant postgraduate qualification preferred.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, specifically OSD formulations.
• Proven leadership experience as Unit Head, Plant Head, or Cluster Head – Operations.
• Strong hands‑on exposure to EU-GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environments and global regulatory audits.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large, cross‑functional teams and manage end‑to‑end plant operations.
• Strong strategic, commercial, stakeholder management, and people leadership capabilities.

Confidential leadership opportunity with an attractive compensation package.