Vendor Development Specialist - Aluminum Forging

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.

Position Overview :

Position Name : Specialist / Senior Specialist - Vendor Development (Al Forging)

Location : Chennai - RE HQ

Reporting to : Senior Technologist

Qualification : B.E / B.Tech - Mechanical / Automobile / Production

Required Skill :

• 8 to 12 Years Experience in handling Core Aluminium forging parts.
• Strong Techno-Commercial knowledge in Al Forgings & Machined components
• Strong expertise in Aluminum Forging process prove out and Forging Die Design knowledge
• Collaborate with CFT / Suppliers to understand the product requirements and specifications
• Early involvement with 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 in ZBC, Productivity improvement, VA / VE, YoY Cost Reduction
• Strong Negotiation skills
• Familiar in Material Grades, Heat Treatment processes, Surface treatments, Automotive standard etc.,
• Familiar in QMS, GD&T, Product and Process Feasibility, FM / DFA,PPAP etc.,
• Closely work with CFT / Suppliers to ensure on-time development of parts with First Time Right
• To conduct Run@Rate at supplier end and build adequate capacity with suppliers
• To manage the Engineering Changes and Cost effectively
• To implement Continuous Improvements internally & at supplier end