Purpose of the Role :This role is responsible to manage end-to-end purchasing activities for the EV specific Parts of CV EV Purchase commodity. The position holder is responsible to on-board strategic vendor partners for EV parts category (e.g. Li-Ion Battery Pack, Power Distribution Unit/Junction Box etc) within DMC and capex targets received from product line with a visibility of achieving further cost efficiencies by deploying various cost reduction levers.

The detailed activities includes Supplier assessment, Commercial settlements of parts pertaining to new projects, Engg Change managements, Commodity indexing, Forex indexing, Taxation monitoring, Part cost and Tooling Capex estimation, Alternate sourcing, Capacity enhancement, Driving commercial cost reduction and VAVE activities, explore import substitution, supplier relation management, formulating and implementing long term sourcing strategies like building strategic supplier base, Creating New technology Pipe line of potential suppliers etc.

Job Responsibility :

1. Strategy Development :

Prepare DMC (Direct Material Cost) and Capex estimation for the upcoming models.

Identify vendors with advance technology, prepare business plan and validation of vendors and initiate vendor empanelment process.

Review SOR on Technical specifications to shortlist vendors.

Review tech specification/ drawing shared by Product development for EV specific Parts

Prepare RFQ document for floating to Vendors & ensure TRSO signoff from SQ.

Analyse quotation received against the RFQ.

Prepare Cost Estimate and Capex for EV specific parts.

Propose a shortlist of most suitable vendors after negotiation.

Recommend SOB for vendors as per organizations long term sourcing strategy.

Obtain internal approval for vendor finalization through sourcing council and release PO.

Monitor and review financial health, operations, IR health, etc. of the suppliers for long-term sustainability.

Identify vendors, which can be groomed as long-term partners.

Supplier negotiation – Assess the current situation (Business Environment- External) along with SQ and SCM and tactfully negotiate with the suppliers.

Ensure EVI (Early Vendor Involvement) for EV specific parts for critical long lead parts

Process and Supply chain Optimization by localization of the component by resourcing or by introduction of alternate technologies with the help of vendors

Engg Change management, Compare current part with the Proposed change and review the commercial impact for PO amendment.

2. Finance Management :

Drive cost reduction through Commercial reduction, VAVE, Resourcing & SOB mix

Collaborate with Engineering on cost reduction initiatives through VAVE (Value addition – value-engineering initiatives),



change in design or process improvement & Work along with vendors to get optimal advantage

Evaluate vendors to track target cost, in case of cost escalation / quality issues initiate re-sourcing along with SQ and SCM for identified commodity

Track market commodity prices for costing references.

Analysis of POGR and CR – CI reports

Analysis and resolution of audit queries

3. People Management :

Effective communication and interaction with the stakeholders to ensure proper process and necessary improvements to achieve optimal performance.

Effective networking with all the internal and external stake holders to ensure required support which is crucial to meet deadlines.

Desired Candidate Profile :

- Education : Bachelor of Engg in Electrical / E&E; or other equivalent qualifications with relevant experience
- Relevant Experience: 3-8 yrs Experience of Purchasing function Process of Electric Vehicle Parts or equivalent Proprietary part category.
- Exposure : Should have exposure of handling Li-Ion Battery Pack, Power Distribution Unit/Junction Box etc or equivalent Proprietary part category in Sourcing Function with hands on expertise of Supplier assessment, its costing, child part supplier base knowledge, Child part level cost know- how, Child parts and Final Assy manufacturing process know-how, global trends related to its technology and future road maps, Global Warranty benchmarks, SLA and field support related agreements with EV parts suppliers, along with other Purchasing function related requirements right from RFI/RFQ to PO to Engg Change management.
- Experience of Supplier Negotiation
- Experience of Should Costing/Zero Based Costing
- Understanding & experience of Cost reduction levers
- Thorough knowledge of manufacturing processes
- Understanding of part validation and performance measures
- Knowledge of various raw materials and its commercial understanding
- Understanding of process audit guidelines and General purchasing agreements

Skills & Competencies :

Functional and Technical Competencies related to Sourcing of Motor, Motor control unit, VECU, On board Charger, DCDC Converter, Aux inverter HVAC etc or equivalent Proprietary part category.

- Costing skills
- Communication Skills
- Negotiation skills
- Analytical and logical thinking
- Financial Acumen
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Performance Management.




- Adequate behavioral aspects and Personal Value system
- Demonstrates substantial Knowledge of EV specific parts & its tooling.
- Understands commodity types like Different Cell Chemistry of EV, Steel, Aluminum and advanced high-strength alloys used into Vehicles
- Understands Child parts and Final Assy related manufacturing process of Li-Ion Battery Pack, Power Distribution, Unit/Junction Box etc or equivalent Proprietary part category in Very particular and other commodity like Sheet Metal, Casting-Forging-Machining and Plastics/Rubbers related manufacturing processes in general.

Tata Motors is an Equal Chance Employer, committed to a fair and transparent hiring process. All recruitment decisions are based strictly on Merit, Role alignment, and Business requirements. It does not solicit or accept any form of payment or gratuity from candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. Any such request received should be considered fraudulent and reported immediately.

About Tata Motors:

Part of the USD 180 billion Tata group, Tata Motors Limited (BSE: 500570; NSE: TATAMOTORS), a USD 52 billion organization, is a leading global automobile manufacturer of cars, utility vehicles, pick-ups, trucks, and buses, offering an extensive range of integrated, smart, and e-mobility solutions. With ‘Connecting Aspirations’ at the core of its brand promise, Tata Motors is India’s market leader in commercial vehicles and ranks among the top three in the passenger vehicles market.

Tata Motors strives to bring new products that captivate the imagination of GenNext customers, fuelled by state-of-the-art design and R&D; centres located in India, the UK, the US, Italy, and South Korea. By focusing on engineering and tech- enabled automotive solutions catering to the future of mobility, the company’s innovation efforts are focused on developing pioneering technologies that are both sustainable and suited to the evolving market and customer aspirations. The company is pioneering India's Electric Vehicle (EV) transition and driving the shift towards sustainable mobility solutions by developing a tailored product strategy, leveraging the synergy between Group companies and playing an active role in liaising with the Government of India in developing the policy framework.

With operations in India, UK, South Korea, Thailand and Indonesia, Tata Motors markets its vehicles in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Southeast Asia, and the SAARC countries. As of March 31, 2025, Tata Motors’ operations include 93 consolidated subsidiaries, two joint operations, four joint ventures, and numerous equity-accounted associates, including their subsidiaries, over which the company exercises significant influence.

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