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Job Description

The Operations Manager for ODYSSIA’s Footwear Manufacturing Unit will oversee and manage all production-related activities, ensuring smooth and efficient operations within the footwear manufacturing process. This role is key to optimizing production, managing supply chain and inventory, maintaining quality standards, and leading teams to meet business objectives. The Operations Manager will ensure the implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles and continual improvement strategies to drive productivity and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Optimize production & processes
• Manage product knowledge (PU segment)
• Oversee supply chain & inventory
• Control cost & maintenance
• Lead & communicate with teams
• Ensure compliance & quality assurance
• Maximize space & resource utilization
• Implement lean & manpower optimization

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in operations management, engineering, or related field
• 3+ years in operations management (footwear or similar)
• Knowledge of lean, six sigma, 5S, and continuous improvement
• Proficient in google sheets, ERP, & data analysis
• Strong leadership & problem-solving skills

Job Types: Full-time

Location: Calicut

Pay: 2,76,000 - 3,00,000 per year

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Product Outsourcing Coordinator to manage the development and production of footwear products. This role involves coordinating with design teams and suppliers to ensure timely product development, maintaining quality standards, and controlling costs.

Responsibilities:

• Product Development & Market Analysis: Conduct market research and trend analysis. Collaborate with design and production teams to develop new footwear products
• Development & Production Coordination: Ensure timely development & production in collaboration with manufacturers. Work with design teams to ensure accurate development translation. Address development delays and issues.
• Source and negotiate with manufacturers and suppliers
• Monitor inventory and support demand forecasting
• Conduct regular quality checks and site visits
• Oversee shipping and logistics in coordination with purchase teams
• Report progress and issues to senior management

Requirements:

• Bachelors in Fashion or Footwear Design
• 3+ years in sourcing, production, or supply chain (footwear/fashion preferred)
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience with outsourcing and supplier management
• Knowledge of ethical sourcing and sustainability is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Calicut

Pay: 2,76,000 - 300,000 per year