Associate Manager - Administration

About the Company

Adani Group is a leading diversified Indian conglomerate consisting of 10 publicly listed companies with a pan-India presence. Headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, it has established itself as a market leader in logistics and energy sectors, focusing on large-scale infrastructure development with global-standard operations and maintenance. The Ports & SEZ division has transformed from a traditional port operator to a comprehensive integrated ports service provider over the years, delivering services such as cargo handling, container terminal operations, logistics, port infrastructure development, multimodal transport solutions, customs clearance, port security, and sustainability initiatives.

Job Purpose

The Associate Manager - Administration role is designed to lead and drive operational excellence by delivering cost-efficient, effective, and compliant administrative services and managing infrastructure that supports the organization and its employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the administrative budget and effectively manage resource allocation.
• Develop and implement plans to establish a reliable, cost-effective administrative infrastructure fostering employee well-being.
• Identify areas for process enhancements to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and boost productivity within administrative functions.
• Assist in strategic planning and execution of administrative initiatives that promote cost efficiency and staff welfare.
• Support change management efforts ensuring smooth transitions with minimal operational disruption.
• Contribute to the formulation and enforcement of administrative policies to streamline operations and guarantee compliance.
• Manage facility maintenance, security, and usage to maintain a safe and productive workplace environment.
• Allocate and optimize resources including equipment and supplies to satisfy departmental requirements.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations to mitigate organizational risk.
• Liaise with external vendors for office maintenance and necessary repairs.
• Utilize knowledge of SAP systems to support administrative processes.
• Manage fire safety protocols, ensuring employee training in safe evacuation and maintenance of fire safety equipment meeting current standards.
• Collaborate with Site Admin heads to enhance employee transportation efficiency through data-driven analytics.
• Stay current with digital technology and AI trends to improve business operations and maintain competitive advantage.
• Foster a safe, respectful workplace culture; lead and mentor teams for collaborative, productive results and individual growth.

Stakeholders

• Internal: Department Heads, Human Resources
• External: Regulatory Agencies, Service Providers, Suppliers

Qualifications and Experience

• Graduate or Post-Graduate in any discipline, with preference for Administration.
• 8 to 15 years of pertinent experience in administration or operations, ideally within the port industry.