Job Title

Manager - New Product Development (NPD)

Level

EX

Function

New Product Development

Department (Sub-function)

NPC - Motorcycles

- JOB PURPOSE The Program Manager leads the development and execution of two-wheeler product programs, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality, cost-effective vehicles that meet customer and business requirements. The role integrates cross-functional efforts, manages risks and aligns stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, sourcing and quality to achieve successful product launch and lifecycle performance.
- INTERACTION WITH STAKEHOLDERS

Internal

External

Direct

R&D;, Sales & Marketing, Component Development, Finance, Manufacturing teams.

Vendors, Auditing Agencies

Indirect

NA

NA

- JOB REQUIREMENTS

Educational Qualifications

Essential

Engineering | Management

Preferred Institution

Any

Desired Qualifications

Graduate||Any stream/branch

Work Exp

Min: 4

Max: 15

Industry Specification

Automobile, Auto Components, Consumer Durables, Consumer Goods

Additional Requirements

Age

Min: 24

Max: 35

Need for travel

As per Company Policy

- KEY COMPETENCIES

Technical/Functional

- Knowledge of Two-wheeler Vehicle architecture, Bill of Materials and Product lifecycle.
- Awareness of emission norms, safety regulations and homologation requirements.
- Ability to identify technical risks early and implement mitigation strategies.
- Understanding of manufacuring process like casting, forging, machining, welding, molding, painting and assembly processes.

Behavioral





- Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
- Analytical thinking under pressure. Focuses on what drives the most value; differentiates between urgent and important issues.
- Responds effectively to change in priorities.
- Uses persuasion and relationship skills to drive results even when not having direct control over resources.
- Communicates technical and business information clearly to diverse audiences.

5.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Lead end-to-end program execution for NPD initiatives from concept to launch.
- Define project scope, objectives, develop and manage program timelines and plan project budget for recent vehicle programs.
- Work with senior management to finalize product positioning, target specifications and cost target.

4.

Lead Cross

Functional teams including R&D;, Manufacturing, Component Development, Engineering, Quality, Marketing & Sales teams to ensure timely delivery.

5.

Prepare

Product cost vs target and and monitor the progress till production.

- Identify potential risks (technical, supply chain, or regulatory) early in the project.
- Lead pilot build and production ramp-up activities.
- Ensure all vehicle programs meet homologation, emission, safety and regulatory standards.
- Work closely with manufacturing and development teams to ensure smooth Start of Production (SOP).
- Provide periodic program status updates (weekly/monthly) to senior management.
- Facilitate regular program review meetings to monitor progress and resolve interdepartmental conflicts.

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