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Operations Lead
Recykal.comThrissur, IN23 hours ago
Job descriptionPlan and commission collection points (RVMs, QR / app / sound-box, manual booths) across priority clusters including urban centers, tourist hubs, HoReCa, schools, and panchayats . Monitor uptime, consumables, cash / DRS-value reconciliation, and incident management. Design route plans, fleet capacity, cut-offs, and ensure smooth daily dispatch and recovery. Drive KPIs on on-time pick-ups, first-attempt success rates, route productivity, and cost / ton efficiency. Establish and operate hubs as mini-warehouses handling inbound QC, weighment, grading, baling, storage, and outbound logistics. Implement EHS compliance, 5S practices, shrinkage control, and throughput targets; manage shift adherence and audits. Plan and schedule loads, optimize freight, ensure documentation and maintain digital chain-of-custody . Monitor recycler SLAs (turnaround, quality acceptance) and resolve exceptions effectively. Contract and govern transporters, O&M partners, and collection agents with bonus / penalty frameworks. Collaborate with product and tech teams for device uptime, ticketing, dashboards, and process automation. Set up live dashboards covering collection point uptime, pick-ups, hub throughput, shrinkage, and safety metrics. Lead operational reviews, publish RCA and corrective action trackers to ensure continuous improvement. 7–12 years of experience in high-density field operations (logistics / last-mile, FMCG RTM, waste / recycling, warehousing / device operations). Minimum 3 years of proven experience in building teams from zero to scale . Strong expertise in vendor contracting, governance, and cost optimization. Data-driven operator, proficient in Excel / Sheets (PowerBI / Tableau a plus). Familiarity with routing tools, ticketing systems, and operational dashboards. Proficiency in Malayalam is a strong advantage. Ownership mindset with a strong bias for action, high standards, and frugal execution. Structured problem-solver with the ability to simplify complexity and resolve conflicts. Hands-on field leadership , comfortable with early starts, 6-day work weeks, and intra-state travel. Crisp communication and ability to influence stakeholders across teams and vendors.
We are looking for a dynamic and hands-on Operations Lead to establish and scale the Deposit Refund System (DRS) operations in Kerala . This role demands a true builder—someone who can build the team from scratch, stand up the collection ecosystem, run reverse pick-ups / line-haul, commission sorting & processing centres, and manage dispatches to recyclers with full compliance and digital traceability . The role will be pivotal in ensuring that Kerala’s DRS operates with end-to-end traceability, efficiency, and sustainability impact .
Key Responsibilities
1. Team Build & Leadership
- Hire, onboard, and manage high-performing teams including area supervisors, field executives, hub leads, and control tower analysts.
- Define SOPs, SLAs, and safety standards; drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Run structured performance reviews and regular cadence of daily / weekly operational huddles.
2. Collection Ecosystem (Multi-Channel)
3. Reverse Pick-up & Line-Haul
4. Sorting & Processing Centres
5. Dispatch to Recyclers / Brand Partners
6. Vendors, Compliance & Stakeholder Management
7. Control Tower & Reporting
Qualifications
Core Competencies
Why Join Us?
This is a rare opportunity to build and lead a state-wide sustainability initiative from scratch—impacting communities, driving environmental outcomes, and shaping the future of the circular economy in India . If you thrive in unstructured environments, enjoy solving complex operational problems, and want to create large-scale impact, this role is for you.
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