Manager - Sourcing & Procurement - EV Powertrains - IIM/ISB/FMS/MDI

Sourcing & Procurement Manager - EV Powertrains

Key Responsibilities:

- Source and develop the strategic EV powertrain supply base including Motor, MCU, eAxles for low & high voltage distribution components.

- Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and assess market trends, ensuring the selection of optimal suppliers.

- Supplier assessment and rating based on supplier potential and capability. Derive a continuous improvement plan for all nonconformities.

- Should be conversant with Engineering drawings/standards, GD & T, manufacturing processes, various production methods/technologies, and testing standards.

- Sending RFQs, resolution of technical queries of suppliers, and obtaining quotes for parts.

- Managing drawings study, price & technical negotiations & vendor process, and overseeing follow-up with vendors for timely deliveries

- Parts development as per required drawing/spec, within budgeted component cost, and as per defined timelines.

- Setting zero base costing/target cost with benchmarking and handling comparisons of components

- Component costing and cost negotiation and settlement with suppliers as per target cost.

- Developing new tooling for parts, tool price finalization & tooling capital expenditure control.

- Handling budgeting & planning funds for procurement & sourcing of materials ensuring optimum utilization of raw materials, maximum cost savings & meeting anticipatory orders.

- Overseeing & controlling capital expenditure

- Should have hands-on experience in estimation of conversion cost, machine hour rates, etc.

- Co-ordinate PPAP at the supplier as per APQP standards, verifying process capability & PSW sign-off - quality clearance for SOP.

- Provide regular reports and analysis on sourcing metrics, supplier performance, and cost savings to senior management.

Qualifications:

- Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master' Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics or related fields from Tier-1 college/university.

- Demonstrated experience of 6-8 years in the auto-component industry or from OEM/Tier-1 with Electrical and Electronics exposure on an automotive project/ major aggregate development from concept to introduction/launch.

Experience:

- Broad technical knowledge of main elements for electric vehicles such as motors, controllers, battery, BMS, VCU etc.

- In-depth knowledge of sub-components & its suppliers of motor & controller such as semi-conductors, MOSFETS, casting, forging, Magnets etc.

- Complete know-how of electrical and electronics component sourcing from domestic and international regions in addition to connects and networks with the prominent suppliers for the domain.

- Understanding of material handling, packing, and freight cost management

- Cross functional experience in Production Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Excellence, Quality and Maintenance is most preferred.

- Strategic sourcing, financial and business opportunity analysis, comfort with legal frameworks and contract negotiation skills (development, supply, licensing, and service agreements)

- Excellent communication skills with ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders, including C-level, engineering, legal, finance, manufacturing, and logistics.

- Demonstrated ability lead and work in a team environment.

- Demonstrated ability to identify business process issues and drive process improvement.

- Should have sound knowledge of surface treatment processes like painting, plating, powder coating, heat treatment, etc.

- Must know about engineering materials, available in India, and alternate equivalent materials.