General Manager

Job Title: General Manager – Section Head (Techno-Commercial) Location: Gandhinagar, Gujarat Employment Type: Contractual (Extendable based on Client Requirement)

About the Role We are seeking a seasoned techno-commercial leader to head a strategic industry vertical based in Gandhinagar. The incumbent will play a pivotal role in driving investment facilitation, policy alignment, and ecosystem development across high-growth sectors including Electric Vehicles (EV), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Green Energy, Chemicals, Solar, and allied emerging industries. This role requires deep engagement with Government bodies, policy-making committees, industry associations, global investors, R&D institutions and corporate leaders to position Gujarat as a preferred investment destination. Key Responsibilities 1. Investment Promotion & Facilitation Lead end-to-end investment promotion initiatives across priority sectors. Engage with domestic and international investors to promote Gujarat’s industrial ecosystem. Facilitate large-scale project approvals, clearances, and coordination with relevant authorities. Develop sector-specific investment strategies and value propositions. 2. Policy Advocacy & Government Liaison Act as a key interface between State/Central Government departments and industry stakeholders. Contribute to policy formulation, regulatory reforms, and sector-specific policy frameworks. Work closely with policy committees, advisory boards, and think tanks. Represent the organization in high-level government and industry forums. 3. Techno-Commercial Leadership Evaluate techno-commercial feasibility of proposed industrial investments. Guide stakeholders on infrastructure readiness, regulatory pathways, and incentive structures. Analyze sector trends, emerging technologies, and competitive positioning. Provide strategic advisory inputs for high-value and complex industrial projects. 4.

Strategic & Ecosystem Development Identify growth opportunities in EV, renewable energy, advanced chemistry cells, green hydrogen, specialty chemicals, and allied sectors. Develop long-term roadmaps to enhance Gujarat’s competitiveness in targeted industries. Coordinate with PSU leadership, former civil servants, and senior government committee members to strengthen ecosystem development. Experience & Background 20+ years of senior leadership experience in EV, Battery Storage, Green Energy, Solar, Chemicals, or related manufacturing sectors. Proven exposure to policy formulation, regulatory advisory, or government interface roles. Experience working with Big 4 consulting firms on policy or government advisory mandates preferred. Prior roles such as Industry Head, Business Unit Leader, Policy Advisor, Venture Capital Leader, Ex-IAS, PSU Board Member, or Member of State/Central Government Committees will be highly advantageous. Former or current Heads / Senior Leadership associated with IITs, IIMs and leading R&D institutions will be preferred. Strong working relationships and collaboration exposure with industry associations such as FICCI, CII and ASSOCHAM.

Core Competencies Strong techno-commercial acumen. Deep understanding of industrial policy frameworks and incentive mechanisms. Established network within government departments and industry bodies. Strategic thinking with execution capability. Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills. Education Engineering degree (mandatory). MBA / PGDM from reputed institution preferred. Additional exposure to public policy, energy management, or infrastructure finance is desirable. Personal Attributes High credibility and strong governance orientation. Influential communicator with the ability to engage at Secretary/Principal Secretary/Board level. Strategic, structured and solution-driven mindset. Strong commitment to promoting sustainable and responsible industrial growth.