Cluster Head - CD Electrical (SCM - Component Development)

JOB PURPOSE

Responsible for HMI Connectivity component development for new projects involving outsourced / bought-out parts (BOP), ensuring technically feasible, cost-effective and timely supplier development from RFQ through PPAP and production readiness.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. RFQ management

• Work closely with the BD team to help offer component development capabilities to generate interest with the client
• Review the Bill of Materials (BOM) provided by the R&D team and suggest recommendations on the preliminary technical drawings to ensure alignment with the technical specifications provided by the customer
• Prepare the RMC basis the finalized BOM and submit the same for costing approval from Finance
• Interact with the BD team to lead discussions at the time of RFQ negotiation to explain critical component nuances
• Coordinate with the R&D team to freeze drawings and manufacturing process requirements for the required components

2. Business Awarding

• Define scope of work and technical specifications for inviting quotations from suppliers for the parts and tools
• Evaluate bidders on various parameters (past engagements, available capacity, willingness to invest, willingness to expand, quality of manufacturing, cost quoted); Shortlist suitable supplier/s and support Category Head with negotiations for cost settlement to enable supplier/s finalization
• Support Category Head in identifying new suppliers with capabilities in manufacturing the required parts and tools with the quality and pricing expectations

3. Tool and part development

• Finalize Capex requirements for tool and part development and release required purchase orders
• Conduct kickoff meetings with supplier/s to finalize the NDA, decide part and tool specs and define protocols for communication. Coordinate to identify key milestones and finalize delivery timelines
• Ensure that sample tools are manufactured correctly, cost effectively and delivered on time in accordance with build specifications and quality requirements
• Generate the Sample Inspection Report (SIR) and ensure approval by the R&D, Program Management and Plant Quality teams before giving a Go-Ahead for production. Incase of non-approval, coordinate for subsequent trial/s addressing identified shortcomings
• Ensure supplier database is regularly updated with performance evaluations in order to ensure that only suppliers with relevant expertise and past quality standards are invited in further opportunities with the company

4. Process audit and handover

• Formulate the PPAP audit plan and ensure planned execution of the same at the supplier manufacturing site
• Work closely with the Varroc R&D and Plant Quality teams to monitor and review manufacturing operations at suppliers end to ensure correct quality and standards. Go through maintained documentation and make observations for areas of improvement
• Drive closure of audit points by suppliers and obtain sign-off on it by Varroc Plant Quality team for parts submission warrant (PSW) release
• Engage with supplier in capacity planning and handover the tool and part development for production

5. Stakeholder management

• Build strong and balanced relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure understanding and appreciation of the tool and part development capabilities at Varroc
• Engage with the corporate category team for ratification of costing of the BOM as well as tool cost finalization
• Co-ordinate, monitor progress and conduct periodic meetings with both user teams and suppliers to ensure execution/delivery as per contracted terms

6. Team development

• Participate in recruitment process to identify the right talent across positions within the function
• Establish individual performance expectations and regularly review individual performance of the team
• Identify and create development opportunities for team members to enhance functional knowledge

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATION

• Minimum qualification: B.E. / B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering.
• Preferred qualification: B.E. / B.Tech. with MBA in Operations / Supply Chain Management.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Understanding of different categories in the auto-industry and their management
• Experience in handling child part development for products like Switches, Instrument Cluster, Handlebar Assy
• Proficiency in managing the supply chain for Electronic Components

OTHER SKILLS

• Zero based costing, clean sheet costing
• Negotiation skills
• Tooling technical proficiency for Plastic, Rubber, Casting, and machining parts.
• Team management and interpersonal skills.

WORKING WEEK (6 days / Week) - The position is based at our Manufacturing Cluster in Pune & requires the incumbent to work for 6 days / week from the Manufacturing Cluster

REPORTING - The position reports to the Cluster Head CD- HMI Connectivity & has a Team reporting to it

RELOCATION - Outstation Candidates will have to RE-LOCATE to PUNE and will be eligible to avail benefits under the Relocation Policy.

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