General Manager - Quality Management

  • Gandhinagar
  • Elasticrun
Job Title: Quality Management Lead - FMCG (Food & Non-Food Categories) Designation: General Manager Location: Pune Experience: 14+ Years

About the Team Our team is comprised of passionate individuals who are dedicated to pioneering access and transforming lives. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone's contributions are valued and encouraged. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals who are committed to driving innovation and making a positive impact.

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Quality Lead to establish and lead the Quality Assurance/Quality Control function for our Private Label products in both Food and Non-Food categories. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of setting up quality systems from scratch and driving continuous improvement. This role will focus on developing and implementing best practices, processes, and standards to ensure product and process quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. Acting as the Centre of Excellence (CoE), the Quality Management Lead will collaborate with cross-functional teams and third-party manufacturers to maintain and elevate quality standards.

Key Deliverables (What Will You Do) Establish and lead the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Quality Assurance/Quality Control, defining the vision, goals, and strategies to achieve quality excellence across the Private Label product portfolio. Develop and implement comprehensive QA/QC policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Provide leadership and guidance to the QA/QC team and third-party manufacturing partners to foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement. Oversee the creation and execution of quality control processes, including in-process testing and finished product evaluation. Conduct regular audits and inspections of third-party manufacturing partners to assess compliance with quality standards, identify areas for improvement, and drive corrective actions.

Job Specification (What Will You Need) 14-16 years of experience in Quality Assurance/Quality Control within the FMCG industry, with at least 2+ years in a CoE leadership role. Bachelor’s degree in food science (Master's degree preferred). Proven experience in setting up quality systems from scratch and handling multiple product categories. Six Sigma Green/ Black Belt certification is desirable. Strong knowledge of quality management systems, regulatory requirements, and industry standards (e.g., ISO, HACCP, GMP).

What We Offer A leadership role with the opportunity to drive significant impact within a growing business unit. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and senior leadership. Competitive compensation and benefits.

About ElasticRun Elasticrun is sparking a quiet revolution, reshaping consumption as well as distribution, and is dedicated to transforming lives. We break down barriers that have separated communities from modern ecommerce, extending the reach of goods to once inaccessible territories. Leveraging technology, Elasticrun connects the dots in a complex supply chain, streamlining processes and thereby making goods more accessible and affordable. Beyond the numbers and accolades, our true strength lies in our people. We champion a people-first culture with gender-neutral and inclusive. Discover opportunities to be part of our dynamic team.

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