Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

New Part Sourcing
Finalize the supplier panel for recent part development programs
Lead negotiations and achieve final price sign-off for new sourced parts

Periodic Price Settlements
Manage price settlements arising from raw material (RM) fluctuations and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs)
Ensure all price revisions are based on established RM indices for consistency and transparency

Budgeting
Prepare budgets for commodity price movements and conversion cost increases
Provide accurate cost forecasts to support business planning

Cost Mitigation (VA/VE)
Mitigate price increases through Value Analysis / Value Engineering initiatives
Proactively identify and implement cost-reduction opportunities

Supplier Quality
Drive continuous improvement in supplier quality performance
Lead corrective actions to resolve quality issues at the supplier end

Recent Technology Sourcing
Identify and develop suppliers capable of meeting new technology requirements (e.g., EV, lightweighting, ADAS components)

AI & Productivity




Use AI tools to identify opportunities for improving sourcing systems and productivity

Supplier Contracts & Risk Mitigation
Ensure robust supplier contracts are in place to mitigate future supply chain disruptions
Ensure ongoing supplier compliance with quality, regulatory, and sustainability requirements

Commodity Management
Own sourcing strategy across Sheet Metal, Casting, Forging, Fasteners, Plastics, Rubber, and Proprietary components

Complex Problem Solving
Handle high-complexity, cross-functional sourcing challenges with sound judgment and analytical rigor

Experience

15 years and beyond in the similar industry preferred.

Industry Preferred

Automotive – PV/ CV

Qualifications

B Tech / MBA

No Diploma holders.

General Requirements
Positive analytical skills, Negotiation capability.
Commodity knowledge in Sheet metal, casting, forging, fasteners, Plastic, Rubber & Proprietary
Ability to

📌 Head Sourcing Chandigarh (India)
🏢 Mahindra & Mahindra
📍 India