Business Head - Textile Business

Job Opportunity for a Business Head- Fashion industry- Bangalore

Job Title: Business Head

Location: Bangalore

Reports To: Director/Chairman

Job Summary:

The Business Head will lead the strategic direction and global expansion of the Outerwear division, overseeing end-to-end Marketing Merchandising Supply Chain, operations including P&L ownership, customer acquisition, pricing strategy and production oversight. This role demands a Customer facing commercially astute leader with deep knowledge of global markets, fashion trends, and Outerwear /Apparel manufacturing processes, capable of driving sustainable profitability and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership & P&L Management:

- Own the full P&L for the textile garments division.

- Drive top-line growth while optimizing costs to increase profitability and improve the bottom line.

- Design and implement short- and long-term business strategies aligned with organizational goals.

2. Global Market Expansion:

- Identify, develop, and penetrate new international markets.

- Establish strong relationships with global buyers, distributors, and agents.

- Stay attuned to market dynamics, fashion trends, and consumer behaviour to adapt strategies accordingly.

3. Business Development & Customer Acquisition:

- Build a robust pipeline of potential customers and drive conversion.

- Expand the customer base by developing strategic alliances and partnerships.

- Leverage market intelligence to identify high-value buyers and reliable manufacturing partners.

4. Pricing Strategy & Product Positioning:

- Define and refine pricing strategies based on market trends, competitor benchmarks, and cost structures.

- Work closely with merchandising and product development teams to ensure competitive and profitable product offerings.

5. Operations & Production Oversight:

- Lead and coordinate with manufacturing units to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality-driven production.

- Oversee operational efficiency, lean manufacturing initiatives, and supply chain

optimization.

6. Merchandising & Trend Analysis:

- Collaborate with design and merchandising teams to ensure product alignment with market needs and fashion trends.

- Monitor seasonal trends, fabric innovations, and competitor lines to enhance product relevance and uniqueness.

7. Business Architecture & Process Development:

- Build scalable business models and operational frameworks to support long-term growth.

- Streamline business processes, introduce KPIs, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

8. Team Leadership & Development:

- Lead a large, cross-functional team spanning sales, design, production, and operations.

- Foster a high-performance culture, mentor key leaders, and ensure strong succession planning.

Key Requirements:

- 20+ years of experience in Leather/Outerwear/ textile/garment industry, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

- Proven track record in managing global customers and driving profitability.

- Deep understanding of supply chain and merchandising, working knowledge of manufacturing

- Strong business acumen with analytical and strategic thinking.

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

- Ability to frequent travel internationally as needed.