We are seeking a detail-oriented finance professional with strong cost analysis and business partnering capabilities to support material cost management across key vehicle programs. The successful candidate will lead cost governance activities, evaluate engineering and supplier-driven cost changes, support budgeting processes, and provide analytical insights that drive profitability and informed decision-making.
This role requires solid analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and experience in product costing, financial planning, and automotive manufacturing environments.
Responsibilities
Material Cost Analysis Benchmarking
- Conduct internal and external material cost benchmarking against competitor vehicles to identify cost gaps, root causes, and improvement opportunities.
- Analyze component and system-level cost structures to support strategic sourcing and product cost competitiveness.
Cost Optimization
- Partner with Engineering, Purchasing, and Program teams to identify, evaluate, and implement cost reduction opportunities.
- Track and monitor cost-saving initiatives and provide visibility into realized and projected savings.
Cost Management Governance
- Manage, control, and reconcile vehicle Bills of Materials (BOMs) across Ranger and Everest programs, ensuring cost accuracy across all vehicle variants and trim levels.
- Maintain cost integrity and support governance processes throughout the product development lifecycle.
Budgeting Investment Support
- Support the development, tracking, and auditing of program material cost and vendor tooling budgets.
- Monitor capital investment performance and ensure spending aligns with approved business objectives.
Change Management Business Case Evaluation
- Assess proposed engineering design changes, supplier price updates, and cost reduction initiatives for financial impact.
- Prepare business cases, approval documentation, and decision-support materials for stakeholders.
- Track risks, opportunities
📌 Deputy Manager (Chennai)
🏢 Ford
📍 Chennai