About Lithium :
Lithium Urban Technologies, founded in 2015, is India's leading provider of 100% electric mobility solutions for corporate transportation, business travel, and logistics. As a tech-enabled, sustainability-focused platform, it pioneers clean, efficient, and zero-emission fleet services across the country.
Lithium Urban Technologies has attracted significant investment from prominent entities : YourStory+1Tracxn+1
- EverSource Capital : Acquired a majority stake in 2022. EverSource Capital, a joint venture between Everstone Capital and Lightsource BP, manages India's largest climate impact funds. The investment aims to scale Lithium's fleet and charging infrastructure across India. Startup Story Media+1Inc42 Media+1
Website : project-lithium.com
The Position :
Job Title : City Head - Profit & Loss
Location : Mumbai & Pune
Department : Operations
Reporting To : COO
Company : Lithium Urban Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
About the Role :
Lithium Urban Technologies is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of P&L - Operations Leader (Transport) to lead our transport operations in Pune & Mumbai. This leadership role is pivotal in driving operational efficiency, cost optimization, and strategic growth, while ensuring a high standard of service delivery and compliance with safety norms. The ideal candidate will be a results-driven leader with proven expertise in fleet operations, financial management, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities :
1. P&L Management :
Lead and own the Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility for Mumbai & Pune transport operations.Develop and implement cost-optimization strategies to maximize profitability.Monitor and control operational expenditures while ensuring service excellence.2. Operational Excellence :
Oversee day-to-day fleet operations, ensuring productivity, compliance, and efficiency.Optimize route planning, vehicle utilization, and turnaround time for enhanced performance.Drive automation and technology adoption to enable seamless operational workflows.Implement best practices for service reliability, maintenance, and on-road safety.3. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management :
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing operations team.Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Sales, Finance, and HR.Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and regulatory authorities.4. Business Growth & Strategy :
Identify and drive growth opportunities and regional expansion in Hyderabad.Formulate and execute long-term strategic plans to scale operations effectively.Support the business development team in acquiring and managing new corporate clients.5. Compliance & Safety :
Ensure adherence to government regulations and internal safety standards.Implement risk mitigation strategies for driver and vehicle safety.Promote sustainable transport initiatives aligned with the company's green mobility mission.Core Competencies & Qualifications :
Minimum 10 years of experience in transport operations, logistics, or fleet management.Proven track record in P&L management and profitability improvement.Expertise in scaling operations, cost structure optimization, and efficiency improvement.Strong leadership experience in managing large teams and multi-functional stakeholders.Familiarity with EV fleet operations will be an added advantage.Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making capabilities.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.(ref : iimjobs.com)