India Operations Lead - CEO's Office

As an India Operations Lead at High Time Foods, your key responsibilities will encompass managing the entire setup of our operations in India. You'll liaise with customs, handle shipments, and source local warehouses while building strong relationships with vendors and government departments. The role also involves international manufacturing coordination, logistics management, financial operations, and representing the company at industry events.

To apply for the India Operations Lead role at High Time Foods, you should ideally have 2-4 years of experience in operations or supply chain management. However, motivated fresh graduates who can demonstrate strong negotiation and relationship-building skills may also be considered. Comfort with cross-cultural interactions is essential, and being based in Mumbai with a willingness to travel is a must.

In your role as India Operations Lead at High Time Foods, you'll have the opportunity to shape how our operations function in India. You'll be the first hire in this region, which means you can build the team and procedural structure from the ground up, directly impacting the company's success and expansion goals.

The India Operations Lead position at High Time Foods is based in Mumbai. While there may be some flexibility in remote work, the role requires you to engage closely with local operations, travel for meetings, and collaborate with international teams.

The compensation package for the India Operations Lead at High Time Foods includes an annual salary ranging from INR 10 to 12 lakh, equity in the company, opportunities for attendance at exclusive events, as well as possibilities for domestic and some international travel, providing a rich blend of professional and financial benefits.

In preparing to answer this question, emphasize specific examples from your past experiences where you successfully managed suppliers, negotiated contracts, or coordinated logistics. Highlight any software or tools you used and focus on measurable outcomes that demonstrate your efficiency.

When answering this, illustrate your negotiation strategy, emphasizing communication skills and understanding the suppliers' needs. It’s useful to provide a real-life example showcasing your problem-solving skills and ability to compromise while ensuring the best outcomes for your company.

Discuss specific methods such as process mapping, KPIs tracking, and regular performance reviews. Use examples from previous roles where you successfully implemented strategies that resulted in enhanced productivity or reduced costs.

Talk about your approach to prioritization using tools like the Eisenhower Matrix or project management software. Highlight an instance where your prioritization led to successful project completion ahead of deadlines, demonstrating your organizational skills.

Share a specific example where you developed and nurtured relationships with vendors or suppliers. Discuss the steps you took to establish trust, maintain open communication, and how it benefited the company's operations.

Focus on your commitment to inclusive communication, facilitating team collaboration, and leveraging diverse perspectives. Encourage sharing of unique viewpoints and experiences to foster a cohesive work environment.

Use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method to structure your answer. Detail the challenge, your role in addressing it, the actions you took, and the successful outcome to illustrate your problem-solving capabilities.

Talk about your plan to focus on familiarizing yourself with existing operations, establishing key vendor relationships, gathering feedback from team members, and creating a solid groundwork for long-term strategies tailored to High Time Foods' goals.

Mention the sources you rely on, such as industry reports, networking events, online courses, or professional forums. Highlight any resources you found most useful in shaping your understanding of current trends in the food or supply chain industry.

Discuss your passion for the food industry, your alignment with High Time Foods' mission to revolutionize food through plant-based options, and your enthusiasm for working directly with the founders to make a meaningful impact on a growing startup.