Key Soft Skills
Effective Communication, presentation & analytical skills
Collaborate & work with CFT – relationship management
Computer ERP and MS office proficiency

Key Competencies/skills required.
Sourcing, Costing, Negotiation, Supplier Management and NPD
CAPAX & OPEX budgeting and plan vs actual project management
APQP & PPAP
Lead the Buying profile for Interior / Exterior Commodity ( Proprietary Parts)
Sound knowledge in the costing, negotiation and supplier management
Knowledge of supplier selection, Negotiation & Awarding - Identification and selection of capable & competent suppliers inline with global commodity/procurement strategy
Commodity expert in Plastics Raw Material (Forecast, plan and settlement)
Develop commodity strategy and execute the same
Contract management reviewing and interpreting legal contracts, identifying supplier concerns, and proposing mutually beneficial alternatives.
Possesses the ability to foresee potential risks and establish corresponding mitigation plans in advance




Achieve on respective area commercial efficiency target in turn to reach Trucks India ANP target
Raw material management for all the responsible suppliers and commodity lead role for Plastics Commodity to be ensured
Lead the Recent Part Development of Proprietary Parts(APQP)
Sound knowledge of APQP, PPAP, & other quality tools like Cause & effect, 8D analysis
Supplier management experience with respect to Quality & Delivery
Knowledge of CAPEX & OPEX management
Product knowledge of commercial vehicles, knowledge of Supplier Management processes
Monitor supplier performance based on defined KPIs & improve supplier performance.
Proficiency in managing relationships with stakeholders( team members, end-users) ensuring alignment of project objectives and expectations.
Contributors in process improvement projects; review existing processes to identify inefficiencies or areas for optimization.
Ability to influence stakeholders

📌 Buyer & Npd Manager # Proc & Npd – Interior & Exterior Proprietary Parts Chennai
🏢 Daimler Truck
📍 Chennai