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Program Manager

Strategy & OperationsBengaluru, KarnatakaFull-time

Role Overview

Cross-functional execution lead ensuring Requip 360's phased rollout happens on time, on budget, and with quality. You are the operational glue coordinating Sales, Tech, Operations, and Finance to execute our ambitious 18-month plan.

Reports To

Business Head

Experience

4–6 years

Location

Bengaluru, Karnataka

Team Size

Coordinates multiple functions (no direct reports initially)

Travel

30% travel to Surat

Compensation

Competitive industry-standard package + ESOPs

Key Responsibilities

Phase Rollout Execution

(40%)
  • Own end-to-end execution of 3-phase business plan
  • Coordinate hiring: Ensure timely team scaling from 16 to 68 people
  • Track milestones and ensure decision gates are data-driven
  • Weekly status reporting to Business Head

Process & Systems

(30%)
  • Design and implement operational processes across all functions
  • Select and deploy core systems: CRM, inventory management, dispatch automation
  • Build SOPs and training materials for scaling operations
  • Create dashboards for real-time visibility into key metrics

Vendor & Risk Management

(30%)
  • Manage parts suppliers and IoT hardware vendors
  • Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and SLAs
  • Maintain risk register with mitigation plans
  • Unblock teams and drive decision clarity

Success Metrics

Phase 1 (M1–M6): All hires onboarded on time, facilities operational, zero critical blockers
Phase 2 (M7–M9): Pilot executed successfully with clear data for decision-making
Phase 3 (M10–M18): All launches on schedule, targets achieved, minimal budget variance

Must Have

  • 4–6 years in program management, operations, or strategy consulting
  • Startup experience: 0→1 or early-stage companies (Seed to Series A)
  • Cross-functional leadership: Led initiatives across engineering, sales, operations
  • Systems thinker with strong execution track record
  • Excel/SQL proficiency

Ideal Candidate

  • Hyper-organized and detail-oriented
  • Proactive problem solver who anticipates issues
  • Diplomatic influencer without formal authority
  • Experience in marketplace, SaaS, or IoT businesses
  • Prior consulting experience (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Big 4) is a plus

About Requip

Requip is a Bangalore-based seed stage startup backed by Tier 1 VCs. The company is reimagining textile machinery commerce through a full-stack approach. With commerce, the company is building Requip 360, our aftermarket and lifecycle platform integrating spares, AMC programs, service operations, and IoT-enabled machine intelligence — built to own the full lifecycle journey of every machine beyond the initial sale.