Senior Manager Supplier Quality EV Trims Sy

Purpose of the Role

Responsible for Delivery management of Seating systems & Soft trims to meet Cost, Quality and Delivery targets for upcoming EV programs.

Job Responsibility

Drive development and delivery of Seating systems and soft trims (Carpets & Headliners)

Drive Quality maturation for step through improvements in Quality, Build and Craftsmanship

Drive deeper localization till Tier 3 to meet Auto PLI & FAME compliance and develop local supplier capability for Engg. Support, RCA & improved Serviceability.

Monitor & improve supplier parts PPM /Vendor Parts Quality through Supplier site process & Product audits

Perform gap analysis (Present design/ concept compared to Global Benchmarks on key performance parameters of aesthetics & Craftsmanship), prepare action plan for Technology upgradation aligned with Programs. Provide technical solutions as and when required to enhance product performance throughout the product/platform life cycle.

De-risking Supply chain- Alternate Sourcing / De Bottlenecking/ Capacity Management/ Trims with Sustainable raw material grades

Conduct Manufacturing Site assessments of trim suppliers and expedite ECN implementations. Setting up In-house and Supplier Quality systems and processes, carry out APQP, PPAP / Phase-wise PPAP / Run @Rate

Establish CTQ parameters and monitor adherence

Establish Production Capacity at Supplier's end as well as Tier 2, Tier 3 as per requirement Drive cost efficiencies through VA VE implementation for Vehicle systems

Stakeholder Profiles & Nature of Interactions

Internal

Head of Coc Review Technology roadmap of Coc Review NPI Project progress Review Quality and VAVE progress

Chief Engineer Review project progress and delivery as per Gen 3 NPI. Drive decision on Inter-CoC topics.

Product Line Project Manager Review & Finalise Feature Content of project Review time and cost adherence.

VATS Team Review Attribute Featuring, arbitrate conflicting attributes, prioritise, Sign-off attributes and ensure compliance.

Purchase Team

Support MSA and Supplier capability assessment for Sourcing strategy finalization.

Design Expedite TRSO and DFM deliverables to achieve run at rate and Quality targets Intra-Departmental Review progress of Trim system development dependencies Manufacturing Sign-off manufacturing process, new product manufacturability and new technology development in manufacturing. Service and Customer Support Sign-off service process, new product serviceability requirements VAVE Finalize VAVE ideas for implementation and review progress

External

Suppliers and Consultants Understand new technology roadmap for Seating systems and Fabric and Leatherette grades to meet sustainability targets. Review part development progress. Critical issue management Understand new technology roadmap. Understand Systems and dependencies required for introduction of new technology.

Engineering Service Providers Engage for new competency and capacity extension. Review technology and project progress.

Desired Candidate Profile

Thorough knowledge of manufacturing process, Sound understanding of part development of Seating systems and soft trims (Carpets & Headliners)

Solid Knowledge of Tool designing and maturation, mold flow and Polymer properties for interior/ exterior trim parts and Rubber Profiles

Having sound knowledge of the various manufacturing and development process as injection molding, extrusion, plating, painting, Welding of interior and exterior trim parts. Sound Knowledge of Supplier Audits &Supplier Performance Monitoring required to meet high level of Quality Standards

Know how on developing Trims with Sustainable raw material grades

Updated on latest Tooling & light weighting technologies & Systems to meet the First Time Right Products

Updated on Quality systems for EV specific trims, EV Value chain, Engineering development, Project management and ECN management.

Skills & Competencies

Skill:

Strong Analytical & Problem-Solving skills

Strong Communication, Persuasion and inter personals skills

Strong Negotiation & Convincing others

Knowledge:

Product Development Process Like APQP etc.,

Strong Knowledge on Quality Tools & Techniques.

Program Management Knowledge

System Knowledge like SAP, PLM & MS office

Electric Vehicle Knowledge preferable

Special Attributes:

Quick Learning Ability

Exposure to world class practices to manufacturing

Willingness to Travel

Desired Education : B.E. / B.Tech Full time degree