Manufacturing Business Unit Head—Divisional Leadership
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The Divisional Leader: Manufacturing Business Unit Head
Business unit heads lead manufacturing divisions—complete P&L ownership, product line leadership, divisional strategy. They earn ₹2,00,000-3,50,000/month, with top performers reaching ₹4,00,000-7,00,000+/month.
What Business Unit Heads Do
Divisional Strategy (40%):
- Define business unit strategy
- Set growth targets
- Market and competitive strategy
- Innovation and product strategy
- Technology and operational strategy
- Multi-year plans
Operations Management (35%):
- Oversee business unit operations
- Manage P&L (often ₹100-500+ crore)
- Performance management
- Cost control and efficiency
- Quality and compliance
- Supply chain management
Leadership & Organization (15%):
- Lead business unit organization
- Develop divisional leadership
- Build high-performing culture
- Talent management
- Organizational effectiveness
External Engagement (10%):
- Customer relationships
- Supplier relationships
- Regulatory interface
- Board reporting (for division)
Key Responsibilities
Strategic (50%):
- Divisional vision and strategy
- Growth strategy
- Competitive positioning
- Technology and innovation strategy
- Organizational strategy
Operational (35%):
- P&L management
- Operational execution
- Performance management
- Cost control
- Risk management
Leadership (15%):
- Team leadership
- Talent development
- Culture building
- Organizational effectiveness
Critical Skills
- Strategic business planning
- P&L and financial management (large)
- Leadership of large organizations
- Sales and marketing
- Operations management
- Manufacturing knowledge
- Executive presence and communication
Salary Expectations
Business Unit Head:
₹2,00,000 – ₹3,50,000/month
Plus: Significant bonus (40-80% of salary), Stock options, Executive benefits
Senior Business Unit Head:
₹3,50,000 – ₹5,00,000/month
Corporate Executive / CEO (Promotion from BU Head):
₹5,00,000 – ₹12,00,000+/month
Entry Requirements
- 18-20 years manufacturing/business experience
- 10-12 years in director/VP level roles
- Profit center management experience (₹50+ crore)
- Sales/marketing background
- P&L accountability
- Strategic leadership proven
- Executive presence
- Industry credibility
The Bottom Line
Business unit heads are mini-CEOs of divisions. Entry ₹2,00,000-3,50,000 → senior level ₹3,50,000-5,00,000+. Complete P&L authority. Executive compensation and benefits. Board exposure. Direct path to CEO.