Senior Manager, Vendor Relations

Job Summary

We are looking for a senior leader to head Auto Ancillary Development (ADD) for our Commercial Vehicle Seating & Interior Components Division. The role will focus on developing new vendors, sourcing critical components, negotiating costs, and building a strong and reliable supplier base. The ADD Head will ensure all suppliers meet Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) expectations, while driving localization, import substitution, and long-term supplier partnerships to support company growth.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor Development & Supplier Base Expansion

• Identify and develop new vendors for seating and interior components such as metal structures, foam, trims, plastics, mechanisms, dashboards, and panels.
• Conduct supplier capability studies, audits, and approvals in coordination with R&D, Quality, and Project teams.
• Drive localization initiatives to reduce dependency on imports and achieve cost savings.
• Build a robust vendor database that can support current and future business requirements.

Sourcing & Cost Negotiation

Supplier Relationship & Performance Management

Project & Business Support

Governance & Compliance

Qualifications & Skills