Area Business Manager

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries.

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable. Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

"

Roles & Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for recognizing potential hazards during critical maintenance activities and coordinating safety requirements through work permits, LOTO implementation, and JSA reviews to ensure full compliance with SH&E norms.
• You will be responsible for planning and monitoring predictive, preventive, and shutdown maintenance of electrical systems and utilities, maintaining good housekeeping, and ensuring availability of critical spares while minimizing consumption.
• You will be responsible for performing equipment qualification and validation activities, preparing documentation in line with ISO, cGMP, USP, ISPE, IBR, and ISO 8573 guidelines.
• You will be responsible for operating and maintaining HVAC systems including chillers, compressors, cooling towers, and boilers, as well as ensuring smooth functioning of central water distribution operations.
• You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining control and automation systems, performing frequent backups, and identifying new areas for automation to reduce downtime.
• You will be responsible for troubleshooting breakdowns, performing CAPA using RCA, Why-Why, and incident investigation techniques, and ensuring MTTR and MTBF benchmarks are met.
• You will be responsible for training team members on basic maintenance procedures and tools, monitoring computerized maintenance systems, and supporting lean initiatives such as 5S, Kaizen, and Autonomous Maintenance.
• You will be responsible for coordinating small project modifications with plant leads, initiating purchase requisitions, inspecting received spares, and supporting budget estimation and forecasting for departmental activities.

"

Educational Qualification

Diploma / Graduation in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field is mandatory.

Minimum Work Experience

3+ / 6+ years of experience.

Skills & Attributes Functional Skills

• Alarm Management
• Building Management System
• Energy Management Systems
• Equipment Maintenance
• HVAC Controls
• Interlock System
• Spare Parts Management
• Utility Engineering

Resident Skills

• Compliance Management
• Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA)
• Lean Methodologies
• Root Cause Analysis
• Workplace Safety

Behavioural Skills

• Safety-Driven Mindset – Consistently prioritizes safety and regulatory compliance in all maintenance and utility operations.
• Problem-Solving Agility – Responds swiftly to breakdowns and system failures with structured analysis and effective corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement Focus – Actively identifies inefficiencies and contributes to lean initiatives like 5S, Kaizen, and Autonomous Maintenance.

Critical Exposures

• Experience in operating and maintaining utility systems (HVAC, compressed air, steam) / water systems (Purified Water, WFI, water treatment plants / boilers) across Pharmaceutical, FMCG industries / OEM is desired.
• Exposure to monitoring and responding to utility alarms and troubleshooting system issues to maintain optimal system performance is preferred.
• Experience in preparing and maintaining documentation, including maintenance logs and operational checks for utility/water systems, is desired.
• Exposure in energy efficiency projects and utility upgrades and automation initiatives (BMS, SCADA) is preferred.

"

Benefits Offered

At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.

The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

" Our Work Culture

Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.

For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/"