Manager - Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation

Role Overview ITC Limited is seeking an experienced Manager for its Central Digital Transformation function to lead and scale Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing initiatives across its manufacturing network. This is a high-impact role responsible for driving measurable business outcomes across cost, quality, safety, productivity, and sustainability by embedding advanced digital capabilities into manufacturing operations. The incumbent will work cross-functionally with plant leadership, technology partners, and enterprise stakeholders to deliver end-to-end digital transformation programs at scale. Key Responsibilities - Lead end-to-end digital transformation programs aligned with manufacturing strategy and enterprise priorities - Own the design, deployment, and scaling of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing use cases across multiple production sites - Drive AI/ML-powered solutions including Digital Twin, Digital Quality, predictive analytics, and advanced process control - Translate emerging technologies into standardised, scalable manufacturing solutions with clearly defined business cases and benefit tracking - Manage multi-site digital program governance covering prioritisation, risk management, and value realisation - Champion adoption of core manufacturing digital platforms such as Digital Factory Operating Systems, Statistical Process Control, Energy and Sustainability Analytics, and Manufacturing Control Towers - Partner with plant leadership to embed digital tools and solutions into daily management routines and operational decision-making - Travel actively to manufacturing sites to assess adoption levels, identify gaps, and replicate best practices across the network - Anchor the Digital and Industry 4.0 Centre of Excellence to build repeatable capabilities, standards, and reusable platforms - Design and deliver digital capability-building programs across all levels of the organisation - Engage with global technology partners, start-ups, and academic institutions to stay ahead of emerging Industry 4.0 trends Required Qualifications - Engineering graduate with 3 to 5 or more years of experience in manufacturing digital transformation, Industry 4.0, automation, or advanced analytics - Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, digital architectures, data platforms, and cloud-based solutions - Proven track record of scaling pilot projects into enterprise-wide deployments across multiple manufacturing sites - Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and program management skills with hands-on experience delivering measurable business outcomes - Prior experience in FMCG, process manufacturing, or complex industrial environments is preferred Why Join Us ITC Limited offers the opportunity to shape the digital future of one of India's most respected manufacturing conglomerates through meaningful, large-scale transformation work. You will be part of a collaborative and innovation-driven team that values digital excellence and operational impact.

- Engineering graduate with 3-5+ years in Industry 4.0 or digital transformation roles - Hands-on experience with AI/ML, Digital Twin, predictive analytics, and advanced process control - Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and cloud-based digital platforms - Experience scaling pilots to enterprise-wide multi-site deployments - Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional influencing skills - Program governance, risk management, and value tracking expertise - Prior experience in FMCG or process manufacturing environments preferred

- Opportunity to work with a leading Indian conglomerate - High-impact role with enterprise-wide visibility - Exposure to global technology partners and start-up ecosystems - Capability-building and leadership development opportunities