Zetwerk - Program Manager - IIM

About Zetwerk:
Founded in 2018, Zetwerk is a leading global managed marketplace for contract manufacturing, connecting enterprises with a vast network of manufacturers to deliver speed, cost-efficiency, and world-class quality. With operations in 15 countries, 11 state-of-the-art facilities, and a workforce of 2,500+, we serve 3,500+ customers across industries including renewable energy, precision manufacturing, and electronics. Backed by $800M in investment, Zetwerk has been recognized among the Top 2 Strongest Engineering Brands in India and as one of the Best Workplaces in Manufacturing. Our cutting-edge Manufacturing Operating System (MOS) and contributions to landmark projects - from indigenous EV chargers to the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail - reflect our mission to drive innovation and make India a global manufacturing hub.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Program Manager / Chief of Staff to partner closely with our leadership team. This role is designed for early-career professionals (1-3 years post-MBA experience) who want to work at the intersection of strategy and execution, gain exposure to senior leadership, and drive high-impact projects across business functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as a strategic thought partner to the leadership team, supporting decision-making and execution of key business priorities.
- Drive and monitor strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

- Structure and manage cross-functional projects, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and outcomes are met.
- Prepare executive updates, business reviews, presentations, and communication for leadership forums.
- Conduct market research, competitive benchmarking, and data analysis to support business strategy.
- Serve as a liaison across teams, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration.
- Anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and proactively recommend solutions to leadership.
Qualifications & Skills:
- MBA from a premier institute with 1-3 years of relevant experience as a Program Manager, Chief of Staff, Strategy Associate, or similar role.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- High ownership, adaptability, and execution-focused mindset.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to work directly with the leadership team on high-impact initiatives.
- A steep learning curve in a fast-scaling global organization.
- Exposure across functions - strategy, operations, business development, and technology.
- A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and growth.