About the role: PSS has been mandated to hire a Senior Manager – Purchase. The role would entail efficient buying, negotiation & management of the entire Electrical & Electronics Category (including but not limited to PCBAs (Electronics), Electrical Accessories & AC, DC & Stepper Motors Categories, and New Products Developments.

Location : Vapi, Gujrat

CTC : 25 - 30L

Key Responsibilities :

1. Lead the New Product Development Activity taking care of Component Development Timelines, Vendor developments, Tooling developments, Price Settlements etc.
2. Cost Analysis & Cost Reduction in Electronics Boards at the Component Level, Electrical Accessories, Power Supply, and AC, DC & Stepper Motors.
3. Monitoring Obsolete components of PCABs and arranging the same
4. Drawing procurement plan based on Production Plan, identifying, evaluating, and selecting a reliable Vendor for procurement.
5. Analysing & finalizing the commercial terms like price, delivery, payment term
6. Managing Categories like motors based on FOREX Movement & Commodity Movement
7. Tracking and maintaining delivery schedules and ensuring availability of material to meet the Production Plan.
8. Tracking and maintaining Component Level Stocks for PCBAs at Supplier End
9. Technical understanding of the requirement, supplier negotiation & preparation of Techno-commercial evaluation, and negotiation with a supplier. Benchmarking commercials with industry standards and previous buys through in-depth analysis
10. Facilitating smooth order execution & handling the entire business cycle from the invitation of quotation to commercial supplies

Educational Qualifications:

BE/B. Tech Electronics / Electrical and MBA (preferred)

Years of Experience: 15 years

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong exposure to Electrical & Electronics buying (LT/HT Panels, Transformers, LT/HT Cabling, PCBAs, Electronics Components, Alternate PCBA source development)
• Component-level knowledge in Electrical & Electronics, Packaging, Plastics, Metal Fabrication etc, Negotiation, Sourcing, and Contracts.

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Job Title: Head Sales & Business Development Pre-Clinical (East - Boston or Cambridge)/ West - San Diego)

Location:  Remote Working (anywhere in the US) 

About the client: PSS has been mandated to hire a Head of Sales & Business Development Pre-Clinical (East - Boston or Cambridge)/ West - San Diego) for a leading contract research, development, and manufacturing organization with significant presence and growth in the US markets

Job Purpose: 

• This position will be primarily responsible for generating revenues and sales for the drug discovery R&D business in the target markets in the USA.
• This will be a customer-facing role and will be expected to build a strong network of clients in the Discover R&D of CRO
• Conduct close interactions with senior-level contacts in the relevant industries and delivery of differentiated customer services.

Key Responsibilities: 

Educational Qualifications and Experience: 

About the Client:

PSS has been mandated to hire an experienced Database Architect with deep expertise in PostgreSQL and Oracle RAC to lead database architecture and operations for a a leading Indian financial technology company headquartered in Chennai. The company specializes in providing advanced software solutions for banking, insurance and other financial services sectors across the globe.

Role Overview: This role requires a hands-on professional who can design, optimize, and manage enterprise-grade database solutions while ensuring high availability, security, and performance. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading a team, managing production support, and driving database optimization strategies.

Key Requirements:

• In-depth knowledge of Oracle RAC, standalone databases, and Primary vs Standby setups (both physical and logical).

• Expertise in PostgreSQL (8+ years), and overall experience of 15+ years in database management.

• Strong skills in performance tuning, data modeling, and query optimization.

• Proficient in tools like SQLPlus, SQL Developer, SQLLoader, and technologies like Materialized Views, Explain Plan, SPM, and PL/SQL.

• Good understanding of database metrics, MIS reporting, and resource/task management.

• Proven experience with Oracle 19c+ installation, Disaster Recovery (DR) drills, and security & compliance protocols (e.g., TDE, PII masking).

• Leadership qualities to manage cross-functional teams, support functions, and communicate with clients and auditors effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor the database team handling business-as-usual (BAU) and production environments.

• Define KRAs, manage performance appraisals, and plan support rosters.

• Design and implement PostgreSQL & Oracle RAC systems with a focus on reliability and scalability.

• Oversee production support, resolve issues swiftly, and minimize downtime.

• Optimize database performance using AWR, ADDM, and SAR reports.

• Plan and execute upgrades, year-end activities, DR drills, and migrations.

• Implement security protocols like TDE, Redaction, and Compliance Mandates.

• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver customized database solutions.

• Participate in strategic discussions with clients, banks, and auditors.

• Continuously drive automation, process improvements, and service-level enhancements.

Why Join?

• Lead mission-critical database architecture in a fast-growing product-based tech company.

• Work alongside top-tier database professionals and make a real impact.

• Be part of strategic initiatives shaping the company’s future.

• Enjoy a competitive salary, growth opportunities, and an innovation-driven culture.

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About the Client:

PSS has been mandated by our Client to hire a Head of IT Audit. Our client is the oldest private sector bank in India with almost 100 years in the business of lending. It has its origins in Kerala. The bank's primary focus is on retail loans. About 59% of its business comes from retail banking, 23% from wholesale banking, 14% from treasury management, 4% from SME banking. Its total deposits were Rs. 29,700 Crores and its total advances were Rs. 24,000 Crores as of March 2024.

Summary of the Position:

With stronger KYC and information security norms stipulated by the RBI and increasing digital transormation of IT systems, the Head of IT Audit role has been a key position in the bank. An IT (Information Technology) & IS (Information Systems) Auditor is responsible for evaluating the efficiency, security, and integrity of an organization's technology systems,infrastructure, and processes. Their role involves assessing how effectively an organization's information systems are controlled, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and identifying risks to prevent issues like data breaches or financial fraud.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess System Security:
  • They evaluate the security protocols and measures in place to ensure the safety
  of an organization's data and technology infrastructure.
  • Check for vulnerabilities in systems and identify potential cybersecurity risks.
• Evaluate IT Controls:
  • Auditors check how well the IT systems are governed, managed, and controlled.
  This can include reviewing access controls, system configurations, and user
  privileges.
  • They ensure policies and procedures are followed to minimize operational and
  financial risks.
• Compliance and Risk Management:
  • They ensure the organization complies with relevant laws and industry
  standards, such as GDPR, HIPAA, or SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act).
  • Identify risks related to IT infrastructure, processes, and data handling,
  recommending improvements to mitigate these risks.
• Data Integrity and Accuracy:
  • Review how data is processed, stored, and managed to ensure its accuracy and
  consistency.
  • Verify that data is protected from unauthorized changes and that backups are in
  place.
• Evaluate IT Governance:
  • Assess whether the IT department's strategies align with the organization’s
  business objectives and whether IT governance policies are effective.
  • Look into how IT projects are managed, including their planning, budgeting, and
  execution.
• Testing and Auditing Systems:
  • Perform hands-on testing of systems, applications, and networks to verify
  functionality, security, and compliance.
  • This can involve penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and reviewing
  system logs.
• Reporting and Recommendations:
  • Prepare detailed audit reports that outline findings, issues, and areas of concern.
  • Provide recommendations for improving the IT infrastructure, security, and
  compliance with policies.
• Collaboration with IT and Management:
  • Work closely with the IT department to understand the systems and provide
  solutions to address identified weaknesses.
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure that IT and IS-related risks are
  adequately managed.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Recommend updates to processes and controls to ensure systems remain
  secure and compliant.
  • Stay updated with the latest trends and risks in IT and cybersecurity.
  Tools and Techniques They Use:
  • IT audit software like ACL, TeamMate, or IDEA.
  • Network analysis tools like Wireshark or Nessus.
  • Data analytics and reporting tools. In essence, an IT & IS auditor helps an organization safeguard its technology, infrastructure, ensuring systems are secure, efficient, and compliant with necessary regulations.

Prior Experience & Qualifications:

• 15 years of experience in audit and specifically IT applications/ systems, infrastructure, IT security frameworks.
• Experience of working in banks and financial insitutations would be a definite plus. 
• Knowledge of the IT audit software like ACL, TeamMate, or IDEA and network analysis tools like Wireshark or Nessus will be a must.

Job Title: Head Corporate and Plant HR  

Location: Mumbai

Reporting to: CEO

About the client: PSS has been mandated to hire a Head Corporate and Plant HR  for a well-established and highly reputed Indian pharma company manufacturing formulations – OSD and Injectables.

Department: Human Resources

Location: Mumbai HO

Job Responsibilities:

• HR Policy - Define & Implement HR policy for the organization across Corporate, Commercial, and Plant.

• Employee Engagement & Culture Building - Driving engagement & culture building across diverse regions aimed at productivity improvements.

• Performance Development & Rewards - Driving competency-based career progression, performance management, and rewards programs.

• Talent Acquisition & Management  -Expertise in preparing & executing Annual Manpower Plans. Tracking & monitoring of manpower budgets, recruitment effectiveness, such as quality of hire, time to hire & cost of hiring.

• Industrial Relations (IR), Employee Relations (ER) & Compliance  - Navigating complex labor laws and industrial relations within unionized environments, across multiple geographies, ensuring consistency and compliance.

Statutory Compliance & Contract Labour Management

• Coordinate for adherence to all compliance related to the Unit with statutory bodies
• Liaison with government officials to maintain compliance.
• Filing Returns as per Labour Laws & Factory Act.
• Adhering Laws: Gratuity, Bonus, Minimum Wages, Factory Act, ESIC Act, etc.
• Contract Labor Management of 1000+ CWs, including service parties.

 Union Management:

• Managing Union at Manufacturing Site.
• Negotiation Union Demands & Finalizing Union Settlement
• Ensuring Workers & management equal participation in organizational activities.

Educational Qualifications and Experience:  MBA in HR with 20 years’ work experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing company, handling plant as well as corporate HR functions.

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Job Title: Head of Operations (Legal Team)

Location: New Delhi, India

Experience: 10-15 years

Age: 35-40 years                                                                                                                
Compensation Band: INR 50 - 60 Lacs Per Annum

About the client: PSS has been mandated to hire a Head of Operations (Legal Team). Our Client is on a mission to support law firms across the USA in providing a consistent and high standard of representation, ensuring that anyone who seeks legal assistance can expect a fair resolution. Having helped thousands of claimants get fair judgments and compensation by empowering their representation with best-in-class insights, automation, and document creation. They are looking to expand their Indian operations by onboarding a results-driven, ambitious, and entrepreneurial leader to head their growing team in India, drive operational efficiencies, and spearhead the expansion.

Job Purpose:

The General Manager will be responsible for the strategic direction and operational management of the Global Capability Center (GCC) in India. The Operations teams within the GCC are dedicated to delivering exceptional service and excellence in legal workflow management, medical document reviewing, and legal document drafting, ensuring our clients receive consistently high-quality work products. As the General Manager, you will be at the forefront of driving operational excellence by optimizing productivity, efficiency, and overall performance across the team. This role requires a blend of leadership, strategic thinking, operational expertise and a willingness to roll up your sleeves to build a high-performing team and deliver exceptional services on a large scale. This is an in-person office-based role in New Delhi, India.

Education: Any Master’s/Bachelor’s degree. A law degree is desirable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities:

• Own the day-to-day performance and delivery of the India operations teams
• Build and manage a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence in execution
• Lead efforts to streamline and scale operational processes, aligning them with the company’s performance goals
• Design and execute strategies to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and financial outcomes
• Manage relationships with our cross-functional vendor partners across Operations, IT, Legal, Finance, HR/Recruiting, and support functions
• Manage the budget for the India team, including forecasting, resource allocation, and financial reporting, ensuring alignment with the company's financial goals
• Oversee all local matters, including brand advocacy, commercial contracts, real estate, regulatory compliance, etc.

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Job Title: Finance Partner

Location: UAE (with regional oversight for Africa)

About the client: PSS has been mandated to hire a Finance Partner for a leading global business group with a significant presence in the agricultural sector, particularly in Africa. It is recognized as one of the largest and fastest-growing integrated agricultural supply chain groups. Its operations span a wide range of activities, including procurement, processing, warehousing, transportation, and distribution of various commodities

Job Purpose: 

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to oversee financial operations in the UAE & Africa region. The role involves financial planning, reporting, risk management, IFRS compliance, and business strategy support. The ideal candidate will have 6-10 years of experience, strong expertise in financial consolidation, and a deep understanding of regional financial regulations

Key Responsibilities: 

1. Financial Planning & Analysis

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support business growth.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Provide insights on profitability, cost control, and investment opportunities.

2. Financial Consolidation & Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting across multiple entities in UAE & Africa.
• Consolidate financial statements and present reports to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS & local financial regulations in different countries.

3. Risk Management & Compliance

• Monitor financial risks, currency exposure, and tax regulations across the region.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws, VAT, and corporate governance standards.
• Liaise with auditors, banks, and regulatory authorities.

4. Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Manage liquidity, cash flow forecasting, and funding strategies.
• Optimize working capital management and oversee treasury operations.
• Monitor credit risk & debt collection across different markets.

5. Business Partnering & Decision Support

• Collaborate with regional leadership & commercial teams for strategic decision-making.
• Drive financial efficiency and cost reduction initiatives.
• Implement financial controls & process automation for improved efficiency.

Educational Qualifications and Experience: 

• 6-10 years of experience in financial management, controlling, or accounting.
• Strong expertise in financial consolidation & IFRS reporting.
• Regional experience in UAE & Africa is a must.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) & financial reporting tools. Proficiency in IT reporting tools like Power BI, Tableau, etc. is preferable.
• Strong knowledge of taxation, compliance, and cross-border financial operations.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• CPA, ACCA, CMA, MBA (Finance), or equivalent (preferred but not mandatory).
• Fluency in English (Arabic is a plus).

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Job Title: Plant Finance Controller

Location: Dubai

About the client: PSS has been mandated to hire a

It is a leading global business group with a significant presence in the agricultural sector, particularly in Africa. It is recognized as one of the largest and fastest-growing integrated agricultural supply chain groups. Its operations span a wide range of activities, including procurement, processing, warehousing, transportation, and distribution of various commodities

Job Purpose: 

He will be responsible to review and deliver on all finance and accounting related activities in the assigned factory / factories of the business vertical. He will collaborate with the functional team and business stakeholders to perform financial planning and analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and maintain appropriate internal controls over the financial performance of the assigned factory portfolio.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Prepare, review, and present MIS for the assigned portfolio to business stakeholders
• Prepare and review plant profitability statements
• Prepare and review various financial reporting deliverables for the plant
• Analyse costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction or process improvement, including managing expenses related to production, workforce, materials, and overhead.
• Manage financial controls for the commercial operations of the plant.
• Monitor and track inventories of finished goods, semi-finished goods, and raw materials
• Analyse and present ageing analysis of inventory to support commercial and operational decision-making by business stakeholders
• Analysis of Capex & Profitability for new products and business opportunities
• Implementation of internal guidelines / SOPs for effective control
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as industry-specific regulations; identify and mitigate financial risks associated with operations
• Track and review budgeting and accounting activities at the plant
• Preparation of full-year budgets and forecasts in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger entries in compliance with accounting principles and standards
• Track, review, and reconciliation of AP / AR items
• Perform month-end book closing activities and conduct monthly ledger scrutiny to ensure timely and accurate closure of the accounting period
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of overdue items
• Plan and deliver on statutory and compliance requirements
• Track and manage taxation-related issues at the plant; ensure resolutions to issues in compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to perform internal and statutory audits at the plant 

Educational Qualifications And Experience: 

• CA intermediate qualification with a minimum of 4-5 years of relevant experience
• Work experience in manufacturing / production-oriented sector
• Proficiency in working on SAP ERP modules
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic entrepreneurial work environment
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and management communication

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Job Title: Vice President - Cluster Business

Location: Pune

About the client: PSS has been mandated to hire a Vice President - Cluster Business for one of the leading innovation-company market leaders in the manufacture, marketing, and servicing of diversified Engineering products with manufacturing facilities at Pune, Aurangabad, and Nashik in India.

Job Purpose:

The role entails effectively managing and driving growth for a cluster of over a dozen independent companies engaged in the manufacturing and marketing of electrical equipment, providing logistics services, installation and commissioning of electrical equipment, servicing of electrical installations and managing assets.

Key Responsibilities:

· Responsible for effective management for profitable growth of the cluster companies

· Providing direction to the Heads of the cluster companies.

· Ensuring statutory compliances through controls and internal audits meeting all requirements of the statutory auditors.

· Managing costs, growth, and profitability of these units.

· Report and review key performance parameters with the Directors.

· Will represent the company while dealing with banks and financial institutions.

· Knowledge of latest Income Tax, Goods and Service Tax, Government grants\subsidies etc.

Educational Qualifications and Experience:

· CA (Chartered Accountant is a must) with the preference of an Engineering degree.

· Experience: 15+ years relevant business/ profit centre head experience.

· Maximum age: 48 years

· Permanent vacancy with expected association of a minimum of five years.

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Job Title: Finance Controller – Russian Speaking

Location: Dubai, UAE

CTC Range: 55 LPA

Experience: 7–12 years

Reports to: Global CFO

Languages: Fluent in English & Russian (mandatory)

Preferred Industry: Food Processing / FMCG / Agro Commodities

About the Role: PSS has been mandated to hire a Finance Controller for one of the largest processors and marketers of pulses

Job Purpose:

Finance professional to oversee financial operations in the black sea region. The role involves financial planning, reporting, risk management, IFRS compliance, and business strategy support.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Planning & Analysis

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support business growth.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Provide insights on profitability, cost control, and investment opportunities.

2. Financial Consolidation & Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting across multiple entities in Russia, Turkey, Canada.
• Consolidate financial statements and present reports to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS & local financial regulations in different countries.

3. Risk Management & Compliance

• Monitor financial risks, currency exposure, and tax regulations across the region.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws, VAT, and corporate governance standards.
• Liaise with auditors, banks, and regulatory authorities.

4. Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Manage liquidity, cash flow forecasting, and funding strategies.
• Optimize working capital management and oversee treasury operations.
• Monitor credit risk & debt collection across different markets.

5. Business Partnering & Decision Support

• Collaborate with regional leadership & commercial teams for strategic decision-making.
• Drive financial efficiency and cost reduction initiatives.
• Implement financial controls & process automation for improved efficiency.

Skill Requirements:

• 7-10 years of experience in financial management, controlling, or accounting.
• Strong expertise in financial consolidation & IFRS reporting.
• Regional experience in UAE a& Russia is a must.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) & financial reporting tools. Proficiency in IT reporting tools like Power BI, Tableau, etc. is preferable.
• Strong knowledge of taxation, compliance, and cross-border financial operations.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• CPA, ACCA, CMA, MBA (Finance), or equivalent (preferred but not mandatory).
• Fluency in English & Russian Language

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