Job Title: Managing Director (MD)
Location: Gurugram, India
Industry: Automotive
Experience: 20+ years of experience in senior leadership roles, with a significant portion in the automotive sector.
Position Overview:
The Managing Director (MD) will lead the overall business strategy, operations, and performance of the automotive company. As the top executive, the MD will be responsible for driving business growth, ensuring operational excellence, and positioning the company as a leader in the competitive automotive market. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading large, complex organizations within the automotive industry, with strong strategic vision and a focus on innovation and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Vision: Develop and communicate the company’s vision, mission, and strategic direction to ensure alignment with market trends, customer needs, and shareholder expectations.
- Business Strategy: Define and execute short- and long-term business strategies that promote growth, profitability, and operational efficiency in a competitive automotive market.
- Operational Excellence: Oversee all functional areas of the business, including manufacturing, sales, marketing, R&D, and finance, ensuring seamless and efficient operations.
- Revenue Growth: Drive business development initiatives to increase market share, diversify product offerings, and expand into new markets both domestically and internationally.
- Financial Management: Ensure robust financial performance by managing the company’s P&L, optimizing costs, and improving profitability, while meeting or exceeding revenue and profitability targets.
- Innovation & R&D: Foster a culture of innovation within the company by driving the development of new products, technologies, and services, keeping the company at the forefront of the automotive industry.
- Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, investors, suppliers, regulatory bodies, and customers.
- Organizational Development: Lead organizational growth and development, ensuring the company attracts, retains, and develops top talent across all functions.
- Regulatory & Compliance: Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, particularly in the areas of safety, quality, and environmental impact.
- Sustainability: Lead the company’s efforts in sustainability and environmental responsibility, integrating green technologies and practices into manufacturing and product development processes.
- Corporate Governance: Ensure strong governance practices are in place, maintaining transparency, ethics, and accountability across all areas of the business.
- Crisis Management: Lead the company through periods of challenge, ensuring effective risk management and response strategies to safeguard the company’s interests.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Proven track record as a Managing Director, CEO, or other senior leadership role within the automotive or related industries.
- Deep understanding of the automotive sector, including trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong experience in P&L management, financial oversight, and delivering revenue and profitability growth.
- Demonstrated experience in leading large-scale operations, including manufacturing, sales, and product development.
- Excellent leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and manage cross-functional teams.
- Strong business acumen with a strategic mindset, capable of driving both top-line growth and operational efficiency.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with board members, investors, and key stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; an MBA or advanced management degree is preferred.
Personal Attributes:
- Visionary leader with a passion for innovation and driving change.
- Results-oriented with a strong focus on business growth and operational efficiency.
- High level of integrity and commitment to corporate governance and ethical business practices.
- Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to lead through change and uncertainty.
- Strong problem-solving and crisis management skills.