Unit Head Operations

Role Summary

We are looking for an experienced Unit Head / Plant Head with a strong background in food processing / FMCG manufacturing, preferably from organisations such as Britannia, Parle, or similar large-scale food companies. This role involves complete ownership of a wheat processing unit, including operations, procurement, team management, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end plant operations including production, milling, quality, and dispatch
• Drive high plant efficiency and capacity utilisation (>95%)
• Oversee raw material (wheat) procurement, inventory, and cost management
• Ensure seamless order fulfilment and coordination with sales and logistics teams
• Manage and develop plant workforce, ensuring productivity and engagement
• Maintain compliance with food safety, statutory, and regulatory requirements
• Drive profitability, margins, and cost optimisation initiatives
• Liaise with vendors, traders, and external stakeholders

Candidate Profile

• 10 to 20 years of experience in food processing / FMCG manufacturing
• Currently or previously working as Unit Head / Plant Head / Factory Head
• Strong preference for candidates from companies like Britannia, Parle, ITC Foods, Nestl, or similar
• Proven experience managing entire plant operations with P&L responsibility
• Strong exposure to procurement, supply chain, and production planning
• Experience managing large plant teams (blue-collar + staff)

Key Performance Indicators

• Plant utilization above 95%
• Improvement in margin per ton
• Revenue and net profit growth

Why Join Shivtara

• High ownership leadership role
• Opportunity to run a complete manufacturing unit
• Direct impact on business performance and growth

If you have managed a food manufacturing unit and are looking for a leadership role with full ownership, we would like to hear from you.