Purpose of the Role

This position is responsible for development of commodity aggregates starting from -RFQ study, Technical feasibility, TRSO, following robust Prox  process . Ensure that parts are developed in line with  Quality and quantity targets ensuring timely delivery meeting project milestones. This position is also responsible for close co-ordination with ERC, Product Line, Suppliers

Job Responsibility

• Advance Quality Strategy execution 

Implementation of action plan in  part development strategies aggregate wise with respect to project milestone to ensure on time flawless launch, capacity enhancement and VAVE 

• Advanced Quality (AQ) - Development of out-sourced parts from Suppliers for new projects

Deployment of action plan for of part development w.r.t project milestones given by Product Line and inform deviations if any. 
Comply to ProX processes for new projects and escalate issues if any. 
Execute action plan for capacity enhancements w.r.t volume projections, cost reductions and quality improvements. 
Implement and verify corrective actions planned through learnings from past / other projects (LLL ) during development and PPAP. 
Conduct physical verification and tool capitalisation activities as per timelines for new parts. 
Conduct onsite reviews at supplier end for Verification of regulatory and safety compliance related to part development. 
Execute onsite PPAP for each and every part  including quality and capacity requirements, escalate along with action plan in case of non- compliance. 
Propose ideas, get approval and implement action plan for faster resolution for resolution of critical issues for achievement of Quality Score card parameters for supplier parts. 

• Profitability Enhancement 

Implementation of syndicated and ERC released ideas of VAVE. 
Coordinate and Participate in idea generation workshop with Suppliers. 

• Building Sustainable Supplier Base  

Conduct onsite MSA and prepare and release assessment report for new and existing sources, escalate in case of deviation. 
Implement development actions for alternate source to support supplier base rationalization initiative.  

• People Management: 

Adhere to training and development plans 

Stakeholder Profiles & Nature of Interactions

Internal
Product Line 
Input from product line regarding product plan, SOR/RFQ with volumes and time plan, product scope, future projections, budget approvals for supplier capex, timelines and part development status escalations 

Engineering
Inputs from engineering regarding part specification, Early Vendor Involvement (EVI),Feasibility sign off before TKO,  Finalisation of DVPs, Critical issue resolution in terms of part design and development, Green report after validation for proprietary parts,  Part maturations and issue resolution during development SOP. 

Quality
Achievement of quality scorecard deliverables for supplier parts, product Quality Improvement for supplier parts with respect to SOP and warranty period 

Manufacturing
Part availability for exclusive parts with right quantity and quality for new projects.  
Engage towards resolution of build and PIST issues 

Finance
Engagement towards Tool Capitalization process and release of tool payments to vendors 

External
Supplier
Continuously engage with supplier's to ensure achievement of project gate way deliverables during development of parts, ensure desired capacity installation and ramp up ensuring quality of parts. 

Technical Services
Input for make-buy strategies for new projects/exisiting in line with the manufacturing and sourcing strategies

Desired Candidate Profile

Education B.E./B.Tech 
Relevant Experience : 
5 to 15 years of relevant experience in Automobile Industry with in-depth knowledge of supplier base, manufacturing processes, APQP, PPAP, SPC and problem solving techniques. upcoming technology and technical knowledge of Part specification/Part development, Quality tools. 
 

Skills & Competencies

Drive for results 
Customer Centricity 
Dealing with Ambiguity 
Interpersonal effectiveness 
Business Acumen  
Problem solving orientation.  
Risk management 
Timely decision making