Job Summary The Sourcing & Development Engineer – Non-Metallics is responsible for identifying, evaluating, developing, and managing suppliers for non-metallic materials and components. This role bridges engineering, procurement, quality, and suppliers to ensure cost-effective sourcing, technical feasibility, quality compliance, and timely product development.

The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise in non-metallic materials (Plastics, Rubber/Elastomers, Painting process, Seatings etc.) combined with strategic sourcing and supplier development capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supplier Identification & Sourcing

- Identify and evaluate recent suppliers for non-metallic components and raw materials.

- Conduct supplier capability assessments and technical audits.

- Cost breakdown analysis, and negotiations.

- Drive cost optimization initiatives (VA/VE, alternate materials, localization).

2. Product Development & Technical Support

- Collaborate with R&D; and design teams in material selection and feasibility reviews.

- Support prototype development and validation of non-metallic parts.

- Familiar with Injection mould Tooling development and manufacturing process.

- Review drawings, specifications, and process documentation.





- Ensure compliance with technical standards requirements.

3. Supplier Development & Performance Management

- Develop suppliers for new technologies, materials, and processes.

- Monitor supplier KPIs (quality, cost, delivery, responsiveness).

- Lead corrective actions for quality and delivery issues.

- Implement continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers.

4. Quality & Compliance

- Support PPAP/APQP processes (if automotive) or equivalent validation processes.

- Participate in failure analysis and root cause investigations.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Work closely with Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, R&D;, and Logistics teams.

- Support new product development.

- Provide technical input during supplier negotiations and contracts.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in automotive/ industrial manufacturing environment.

- Knowledge of APQP, PPAP (if automotive).

- Experience working with global suppliers.

Key Competencies

- Technical expertise in non-metallic materials

- Strategic sourcing mindset

- Cost analysis & negotiation skills

- Supplier development & relationship management

- Problem solving & analytical thinking

- Project management

📌 Sourcing & Development Engineer – Non-Metallics (Bengaluru)
🏢 Ultraviolette Automotive
📍 Bengaluru