Site Head (Chemical Manufacturing)

Clariant; Telangana; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Clariant in Telangana is seeking a Site Manager to lead safe, reliable and sustainable manufacturing while building a high-performing team. You will drive site strategy, ensure compliance, and collaborate across functions to meet customer needs and enable growth.

With 15–20 years in batch chemical manufacturing, you will steer CAPEX, continuous improvement and cost optimization, mentor managers, and contribute to governance and emergency planning.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Chemical Technology (B.Tech/BE)
• MBA or equivalent management qualification

Responsibilities

• Lead site operations to deliver safe, reliable and sustainable manufacturing while building an inclusive, high-performing team.
• Report to Head of Operations APAC; ensure site performance, safety, quality and compliance including Site Occupier duties.
• Ensure legal, ESHA and quality compliance, certifications, government liaison, audit closure and process controls.
• Lead production, capacity utilization, cost and productivity with continuous improvement and resource optimization.
• Collaborate across Commercial, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance and global operations to align planning and transfers.
• Execute site strategy, CAPEX, development and sustainability initiatives aligned with targets.
• Coach departmental managers and strengthen talent with inclusive leadership.
• Contribute to country governance and strategic discussions; serve as Chief of Staff for Country Emergency Management.

Skills

Safety leadership

Quality management

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

People development

Change leadership

Education

Chemical Technology degree

MBA / Master of Business Administration

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Lead site operations to deliver safe, reliable and sustainable manufacturing while building an inclusive, high-performing team. The role is responsible for shaping site strategy, driving operational excellence and collaborating across functions to meet customer needs and support business growth.
• Reporting to the Head of Operations APAC, the Site Manager is accountable for site performance, safety, quality and compliance, including fulfilling Site Occupier responsibilities.
• Ensure legal, ESHA and quality compliance, certifications and Site Occupier duties, including government liaison, statutory reporting, audit closure and process controls.
• Lead production, capacity utilization, cost and productivity, ensuring quality and customer service through continuous improvement and resource optimization.
• Collaborate across Commercial, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance and global operations to align planning and delivery; coordinate new products and transfers with Product Management, the Global Competence Centre and R&PD.
• Execute site strategy, CAPEX, development and sustainability initiatives aligned with business growth and Clariants 2030 targets.
• Coach departmental managers, strengthen talent and succession planning, and build an inclusive, empowered team.
• Contribute to country governance and global strategic discussions, and serve as Chief of Staff for Country Emergency Management.

Preferred candidate profile

• Graduate degree in Chemical Technology and a masters in Business Management.
• At least 15-20 years’ experience in batch chemical manufacturing and site operations.
• Strong leadership in safety, quality, statutory compliance and manufacturing performance.
• Experience in CAPEX, site development, continuous improvement, Lean or Six Sigma, manufacturing processes and cost optimisation.
• Sound business judgement to balance operational, customer and business priorities, with strong collaboration, stakeholder influence and change leadership skills.
• Having Can-Do Attitude: Demonstrates a proactive and positive mindset, taking ownership of challenges and consistently finding solutions to deliver results
• Commitment to people development and an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives.