IN-Manager_Green technology_Climate & sustainability strategy_ Advisory_ Kolkata

Job Description & Summary: A career within General Consulting services, will provide you with the opportunity to help clients seize essential advantages by working alongside business leaders to solve their toughest problems and capture their greatest opportunities. We work with some of the world’s largest and most complex companies to understand their unique business issues and opportunities in an ever-changing environment. We help create sustainable change by stimulating innovation, unlocking data possibilities, navigating risk and regulatory complexity, optimizing deals, and aligning costs with business strategy to create a competitive advantage.  

Responsibilities:  

PwC is looking for a seasoned operations professional to join our Advisory practice. You will bridge the gap between traditional industrial operations and the future of sustainable manufacturing. Leveraging your 8+ years of hands-on experience in Chemicals, Pulp & Paper, or FMCG, you will advise C-suite clients on optimizing their assets while integrating New Green Technologies (e.g., Decarbonization, Circular Economy, Hydrogen, and Bio-based processes). 

Key Responsibilities 

Operational Transformation: Lead end-to-end operational diagnostics to identify inefficiencies in manufacturing processes, yield optimization, and supply chain flow. 

Green Tech Integration: Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for transitioning traditional plants to green alternatives. This includes assessing the feasibility of carbon capture, renewable energy integration, and waste-to-energy systems. 

Project Leadership: Manage complex advisory workstreams, from initial strategy and techno-economic feasibility studies to the practical "boots on the ground" implementation of process improvements. 

Client Relationship Management: Build trust with Plant Managers and COO-level stakeholders by demonstrating deep "floor-level" empathy and technical authority. 

Capability Building: Mentor junior consultants on the technical nuances of process industries (e.g., mass balance, thermal efficiency, and chemical safety). 

Required Qualifications & Skills 

1. Industrial Experience (Non-Negotiable) 

8–9 years of professional experience with a significant portion spent in on-site operations within: 

Chemicals: Specialty chemicals, petrochemicals, or agro-chemicals. 

Pulp & Paper: Large-scale mill operations and fiber processing. 

FMCG: High-speed manufacturing/packaging lines (Food, Beverage, or Home Care). 

2. Green Technology Expertise 

Practical experience in implementing or managing Sustainable Technology at an operational level. 

Familiarity with Decarbonization frameworks, Net-Zero roadmaps, or Circularity in manufacturing (e.g., water recycling, solvent recovery, or bio-plastics). 

3. Functional Skills 

Deep understanding of Lean Six Sigma, TPM, or Operational Excellence frameworks. 

Strong knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) and EHS standards. 

Ability to translate complex technical data into business-driven ROI for executive presentations. 

Mandatory skill sets:  

integrating New Green Technologies (e.g., Decarbonization, Circular Economy, Hydrogen, and Bio-based processes) ,Digital Operations (Manufacturing sector) 

Preferred skill sets:  

· Good communication skills; executive presence 
· Good analytical and problem solving skills 
· Team building; people skills 
· Business Development 
· Sales 
· Client Management 

Years of experience required:  

8-10years 

Education qualification:  

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field. 

MBA from a premier institute is highly preferred (to bridge the technical-business divide)