Category Head (P&L)

Job Title: Business Function Lead (P&L Ownership)

Location: Bangalore

Experience: 7-13 Years

Industry: FMCG / Automotive OEM / Manufacturing / Consumer Goods

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven professional to lead a key business

function with end-to-end ownership, including full Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility.

This is a high-impact role that requires strategic thinking, operational excellence, and the ability to drive growth while optimizing costs and improving profitability.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in fast-paced, product-centric

industries such as FMCG or automotive OEMs, with a sharp business acumen and hands-on

experience managing cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Leadership: Lead the function with a clear focus on achieving business

objectives, driving revenue growth, and delivering on strategic KPIs.

P&L Management: Own the P&L for the function, including budgeting, forecasting, cost

optimization, and financial performance monitoring.

Strategy Development: Develop and implement functional strategies aligned with

overall business goals. Identify opportunities for market expansion, product innovation,

and operational improvements.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, sales, supply chain,

finance, and product teams to ensure seamless execution of business plans.

Performance Monitoring: Track key metrics, analyze data, and generate insights to

support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.

Team Leadership: Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing team. Foster a

culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.

Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders,

including senior leadership, partners, and customers.

Qualifications:

Tier 1 institutions(MBA/UG)

6-8 years of relevant experience in FMCG, automotive OEM, or related industries.

Demonstrated experience in managing business units or functions with financial

accountability.

Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.

Proven ability to lead teams and influence stakeholders across functions.

Why Join Us

Be part of a forward-thinking, growth-driven organization.

Lead a critical business function with autonomy and accountability.

Work in a collaborative, high-performance environment with leadership visibility.

Opportunity to make a tangible impact on business outcomes.