Senior Operations Executive

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organization, driving operational efficiency, implementing business strategies, and ensuring the company achieves its growth, profitability, and performance objectives. The COO works closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to translate strategic goals into effective operational plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage overall business operations.
• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with company goals.
• Drive business growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs, budgets, costs, and overall business performance.
• Lead and develop senior management and operational teams.
• Optimize processes, systems, and workflows.
• Ensure effective coordination across sales, finance, HR, marketing, supply chain, and operations.
• Develop annual operating plans, budgets, and performance targets.
• Identify operational risks and implement corrective actions.
• Establish performance management and accountability systems.
• Manage vendor, partner, and stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulations, and quality standards.
• Support the CEO in strategic decision-making and business planning.
• Lead organizational transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build a high-performance culture across the organization.

Hiring: Operations Manager – GV India

Location: Hyderabad, India | On-site

Experience: 12+ Years

Reporting To: CEO

We are looking for a highly disciplined and execution-focused Operations Manager to lead the India office and oversee the day-to-day functioning of multiple departments.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in operations leadership, cross-functional team management, project execution, process discipline, and global stakeholder coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across all departments

• Manage department leads across Design, Procurement, Project Management, Finance Coordination, and Admin/Support

• Set priorities, monitor deliverables, and ensure timely execution

• Hold teams accountable for deadlines, quality, productivity, and responsiveness

• Act as the primary escalation point for operational issues

• Resolve cross-functional conflicts and remove execution bottlenecks

• Reallocate resources based on workload and business priorities

• Drive collaboration between Design, Procurement, and Project Management teams

• Ensure smooth alignment between design, costing, and execution

• Enforce SOPs, workflows, documentation, reporting, and process standards

• Coordinate effectively with USA/Canada teams and ensure global directives are executed in India

• Monitor team productivity, identify inefficiencies, and improve operational performance

• Ensure proper usage of ERP, tracking systems, Google Drive, and internal processes

• Provide regular updates to the CEO on progress, risks, delays, and operational issues

• Oversee administrative and support functions

• Validate reported progress against actual execution

• Track dependencies, pending approvals, and inputs required from global teams

• Maintain structured reporting and provide actionable insights to management

Required Experience & Skills

• 12+ years of experience in Operations, Project Management, or leadership roles

• Proven experience managing multi-department teams

• Experience working with global teams preferred

• Background in design, manufacturing, or procurement is an advantage

• Strong leadership and accountability

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

• High attention to detail and process discipline

• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities

• Strong ownership and execution mindset

• Ability to bring structure and clarity to complex environments

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, global environment

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a leader who is execution-driven, process-oriented, accountable, and comfortable managing multiple functions simultaneously.

The candidate should be capable of acting as the central point of execution between the India team and global leadership, ensuring that priorities are translated into structured and timely outcomes.

Location: Hyderabad

AM:PM is a short form vertical video news platform for Gen Z and millennials. Daily video newspaper at 7:30am. Eleven beats. Every story runs both sides, fact checked.

Editorial decides what gets published. You make sure the organisation runs so it happens on time, every day.

What you do

• Run day to day operations across the org, so every team has what it needs to work without friction
• Plan shift rosters, manage leaves and attendance, and arrange backup when someone does not turn up
• Onboard new joinees across teams, get their systems, access, and paperwork ready from day one
• Keep track of how many stories are in progress and how many are done, and flag to the senior editor early if the day is running short
• Check in on the night desk through the night to confirm the shift is staffed and on schedule
• Run the morning handover so the day team knows what got published and what is pending

What you need

• 2 to 4 years in operations, production coordination, or office and admin management
• Has done this at an early stage company or a newsroom, where the job has no fixed boundaries
• Available for night checks, with the bulk of the role in regular hours
• Good with people, able to follow up firmly without being difficult
• Organised, reliable, and calm when things go wrong

Oversee day-to-day sales operations and ensure smooth, structured, and timely execution of sales activities. • Develop daily, weekly, and monthly work plans for the sales team, clearly defining priorities, activities, targets, and expected outcomes. • Plan and allocate team activities based on business priorities, workload, individual capabilities, and sales requirements. • Monitor execution against planned activities and proactively address delays, gaps, and productivity issues. • Ensure every team member has clearly defined responsibilities, targets, priorities, and timelines. • Use Project Management tool to effectively for assigning, tracking, and monitoring tasks across team members. • Build a culture of ownership, accountability, timely execution, and measurable performance. 

1.     Branch Operations Management

• Oversee all operational functions, including ICT, sales, services, and inventory management.
• Ensure the branch operates within budget and achieves financial objectives.
• Implement and monitor branch policies, procedures, and standards to enhance efficiency.

2.     ICT and Technical Management

• Manage and coordinate ICT business software, networking, and hardware services.
• Oversee the installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of ICT equipment.
• Keep updated on technology trends and ensure the branch is equipped with the latest tools to support operations and client needs.

3.     Product and Service Oversight

• Manage the branch's portfolio of ICT products, furniture, appliances, and related services.
• Oversee procurement, inventory control, and vendor relations for all products.
• Ensure a high standard of customer service and address client concerns efficiently.

4.     Sales and Marketing Management

• Develop and implement sales strategies to drive revenue and expand the branch’s market presence.
• Oversee the sales team, set performance targets, and provide coaching and support to achieve them.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients, partners, and local businesses.

5.     Team Leadership and Development

• Recruit, train, and mentor branch staff, promoting a positive work culture and team collaboration.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and identify training needs.
• Promote safety, compliance, and ethical conduct within the branch.

6.     Customer Relationship Management

• Foster strong customer relationships and ensure exceptional service.
• Address client inquiries and complaints, ensuring timely and satisfactory resolution.
• Regularly gather and respond to customer feedback to improve services and products.

7.     Reporting and Compliance

• Prepare and submit regular performance, financial, and operational reports.
• Ensure the branch complies with all company policies, regulations, and legal standards.