Position Overview The CEO will lead the business global strategy, operations, P&L and innovation roadmap. This leader will drive growth in revenue & profitability The role requires deep industry expertise, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to scale an innovation-driven, global B2B business. 1. Strategic Leadership Develop and execute the business long-term strategy aligned with the company’s overall Vision and Mission. Identify and build opportunities in global markets. Drive execution of portfolio diversification and market expansion through innovation. 2. Business & P&L Management Own end-to-end P&L responsibility, ensuring sustainable revenue growth and profitability. Oversee budgeting, financial planning, capital allocation, and cost optimization. Establish robust governance, risk management, and performance metrics. 3. Commercial Excellence Lead global sales, marketing, and business development teams with a strong focus on key accounts and strategic partnerships. Expand the customer base across global markets including the US, Europe, APAC, and emerging markets. 4. Innovation & Product Development Foster a culture of R&D excellence Drive collaboration between R&D, manufacturing, and commercial teams to accelerate new product commercialization. Evaluate new technologies, process improvements, and digital initiatives (AI-driven process optimization, traceability, etc.). 5. Operational Leadership Ensure world-class manufacturing capabilities, supply chain reliability, quality, and regulatory compliance. Lead continuous improvements in relevant technologies, sustainability, and process efficiency. Oversee plant operations, safety practices, and global sourcing programs.6. People & Culture Build and develop a high-performing leadership team. Champion a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence. Implement capability development and succession-planning frameworks. 7. External Relations Represent the Business with global customers, industry bodies, government agencies, and strategic partners. Strengthen the company's global brand position in the industry space. Qualifications & Experience Education Master’s degree in Business Administration / Life Sciences / Engineering Additional executive education or leadership certifications are an advantage. Experience 18–25+ years of overall experience (In Manufacturing sector companies) with at least 8 years in senior leadership roles. Proven track record preferably in the pharma/nutraceuticals/FMCG/specialty chemicals sector. Significant experience in managing global business units, P&L, and cross-functional teams. Exposure to R&D-driven product businesses, scaling new technologies, and building global B2B customer relationships. Age below 54 yearsFluency in Malayalam and/or Tamil communication, besides English.Key Competencies Strategic thinking & vision Strong commercial acumen Operational excellence & process orientation Innovation leadership Financial discipline Global market understanding Executive communication & stakeholder management High integrity and ethical leadership
Job Title
Chief Executive Officer