GM - Plant Operations

Group Bayport is a rapidly growing global e-Commerce B2B2C, B2B and B2C organization that has re

defined the business of delivering high-quality custom products through a unique blend of cutting-edge

digital technologies, robust manufacturing capabilities and global supply chain. An industry leader in print

technology, Group Bayport operates in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, UK, and India

through its family of brands – Banner Buzz, Covers & All, Vivi Printing, Circle One, Giant Media, Neon Earth,

Optamark and North cape.

While our advanced technology and customer focus are certainly our salient attributes, our true strength

comes from our team of 1450+ people. We are seeking exceptional talent across the board to join us in our

exciting growth journey.

For more about Group Bayport, please visit

Website: https://groupbayport.com/about-us/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/groupbayport/mycompany/

About The Role

Experience of 15+ years in large-scale printing, packaging, or manufacturing operations with a

strong background in international supply chain, automation, and operations optimization.

Job Summary

The Plant Head will be responsible for leading the end-to-end operations of a high-volume

printing and packaging e-commerce fulfilment centre. This role requires strong international

exposure in managing large-scale operations, optimizing production processes, implementing

cutting-edge automation, and driving cost efficiency while ensuring top-tier quality and timely

fulfilment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plant Operations & Production Optimization
• Oversee the entire production lifecycle, including pre-press, printing, post-press,
  
  

finishing, and dispatch.

• Optimize workflow automation, minimizing waste, reducing lead times, and enhancing
  
  

efficiency.

• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM methodologies to enhance process effectiveness.
• Ensure seamless integration of digital, offset, flexographic, and UV printing
  
  

technologies.

• Drive initiatives for predictive maintenance to minimize downtime and improve machine
  
  

efficiency.

• International Supply Chain & Logistics Management
• Manage global procurement and vendor partnerships, ensuring cost-effective sourcing
  
  

of paper, ink, and raw materials.

• Oversee export-import (EXIM) operations, customs compliance, and international
  
  

freight management.

• Collaborate with global logistics providers, 3PL partners, and last-mile delivery teams
  
  

for seamless order fulfilment.

• Develop strategies for cross-border e-commerce fulfilment and international market
  
  

expansion.

• Operational Excellence & Cost Optimization
• Drive automation and AI-powered workflow management to enhance order processing
  
  

and scalability.

• Reduce production costs through lean manufacturing, waste management, and
  
  

resource optimization.

• Implement data-driven decision-making for capacity planning, demand forecasting, and
  
  

performance tracking.

• Monitor KPIs for efficiency, cost savings, and turnaround times to ensure profitability.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance
• Maintain ISO, GMP, FSC, and other international printing standards to ensure global
  
  

quality benchmarks.

• Implement real-time quality control mechanisms to minimize defects and ensure
  
  

customer satisfaction.

• Ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability norms (eco-friendly printing,
  
  

emissions control, waste reduction).

• People & Leadership Development
• Lead and mentor a multi-functional team of engineers, plant supervisors, logistics
  
  

managers, and operators.

• Build a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Drive international knowledge transfer by adopting global best practices and training
  
  

employees on cutting-edge industry trends.

Key Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Master’s/bachelor’s degree in Printing Technology, Mechanical/Industrial
  
  

Engineering from premier institutions. Qualifications in Supply Chain, or Business

Administration would be an added advantage.

• Experience: 15+ years in large-scale printing, packaging, or manufacturing
  
  

operations with international exposure.

• Expertise in high-volume manufacturing, e-commerce fulfilment, and multi-country
  
  

supply chain management.

• Strong knowledge of automation, AI-driven workflows, and ERP software.
• Experience in global trade, customs compliance, and logistics optimization.
• Proven ability in operations optimization, cost reduction, and process automation.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  
  

KPIs & Performance Metrics

• Production efficiency & machine uptime.
• Operational cost savings & waste reduction.
• On-time order fulfilment
• Inventory accuracy & supply chain optimization.
• Customer satisfaction & quality compliance.
• P&L contribution & revenue growth from plant operation