(High Salary) Electric Vehicles - Vendor Development ( Al Forgings & Machined components)

Job Purpose :

This position in Vendor Development is accountable for the development of Al Forgings & Machined components for EV New products, adhering to Cost, Quality and timeline targets

Key Responsibility :

• Strong Techno-Commercial knowledge in Al Forgings & Machined components
• Strong expertise in the Aluminum Forging process, proven out and Forging Die Design knowledge
• Collaborate with CFT / Suppliers to understand the product requirements and specifications
• Early involvement with the Product and Process Development team for optimized design, process and cost
• To identify competitive and potential suppliers
• Familiar in purchasing and legal processes like NDA, RFQ, GPA, SWA, LTA, PR, PO / LOI etc.,
• Thorough Process knowledge in Al Forging & Machining, including Tools, Dies, Fixtures, Gauges etc.,
• Familiar with ZBC, Productivity improvement, VA / VE, YoY Cost Reduction
• Strong Negotiation skills
• Familiar with Material Grades, Heat Treatment processes, Surface treatments, Automotive standards etc.,
• Familiar with QMS, GD&T, Product and Process Feasibility, DFM / DFA, PPAP etc.,
• Closely work with CFT / Suppliers to ensure on-time development of parts with First Time Right
• To conduct Run@Rate at the supplier end and build adequate capacity with suppliers
• To manage the Engineering Changes and costs effectively
• To implement Continuous Improvements internally & at the supplier end

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Automobile or equivalent

Experience :

4+ years of hands-on experience in the Aluminum forging industry

Experience in the Automotive industry is mandatory

Experience in SAP, PLM is mandatory