Purpose of the Role

The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring quality assurance and supplier quality development for Powertrain commodities including Engine, Transmission, Driveline, Axles, Castings, Forgings, Machined Parts, and Engine/Transmission Assemblies.

The role will drive supplier capability enhancement, new product development quality planning, supplier audits, problem-solving initiatives, and continuous improvement activities to achieve world-class quality performance aligned with Tata Motors quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Quality Assurance

- Manage the quality performance of suppliers supplying powertrain components.
- Lead supplier quality assurance activities for Engine, Transmission, Gearbox, Axle, Machined Components, Forgings, Castings, and proprietary parts.
- Monitor supplier quality KPIs such as PPM, Rejections, Warranty, Cost of Poor Quality, and Delivery Compliance.
- Ensure supplier compliance to Tata Motors quality requirements and customer-specific requirements.

Supplier Development

- Identify supplier capability gaps and drive improvement projects.
- Lead supplier quality improvement initiatives to reduce defects and improve process capability.
- Support supplier localization and new supplier development programs.
- Establish robust process controls at supplier locations using quality core tools.

APQP & Current Product Development

- Drive APQP activities for current product development programs.
- Process Flow Diagrams
- PFMEA
- Control Plans
- MSA Studies
- SPC Plans
- PPAP Documentation
- Participate in supplier feasibility reviews and manufacturing readiness assessments.
- Ensure flawless launch of new powertrain components.

Supplier Audits

- Process Audits
- Product Audits
- System Audits
- Run-at-Rate Audits
- Capacity Verification Audits
- Special Process Audits
- Ensure closure of audit non-conformities within defined timelines.
- Assess supplier manufacturing systems and process capability.

Problem Solving & Field Issues

- 8D
- 5 Why
- Fishbone Analysis
- A3 Problem Solving
- QRQC
- Incoming quality issues
- Manufacturing line concerns
- Market failures
- Warranty issues
- Validate effectiveness and sustainability of corrective actions.





Cross-Functional Coordination

- Purchasing
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Product Development
- Plant Quality
- Supplier Development Teams
- Production Teams
- Support cost reduction and value engineering projects.

Quality Systems

- IATF 16949
- ISO 9001
- AIAG Core Tools
- VDA Requirements
- Customer Specific Requirements

Commodities Preferred

Candidates should have experience in one or more of the following:

Engine Components

- Cylinder Block
- Cylinder Head
- Crankshaft
- Camshaft
- Connecting Rod
- Pistons
- Oil Pumps
- Water Pumps
- Fuel System Components
- Engine Assembly Parts

Transmission & Driveline Components

- Gearbox Assemblies
- Transmission Shafts
- Differential Components
- Axles
- Gears
- Synchronizers
- E-Axles
- EV Powertrain Components

Manufacturing Processes

- Machining
- CNC/VMC/HMC
- Casting
- Aluminium Die Casting
- Iron Casting
- Forging
- Heat Treatment
- Precision Machined Components

Desired Technical Competencies

Quality Core Tools

- APQP
- PPAP
- PFMEA
- DFMEA
- MSA
- SPC
- Control Plans

Problem Solving Tools

- 8D
- 5 Why
- Fishbone Analysis
- Pareto
- QC Tools
- CAPA

Audits & Standards

- IATF 16949
- VDA 6.3
- Layered Process Audit
- Process Audit
- Product Audit
- Supplier Assessment

Desired Candidate Profile

Education

- FULL-TIME REGULAR B.E./B.Tech – Mechanical / Production / Automobile Engineering

Experience - 3-9 Years of total experience

Success Indicators

The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- Strong supplier development capability
- Excellent knowledge of powertrain manufacturing processes
- Ability to independently handle supplier quality issues
- Strong audit and APQP expertise
- Data-driven decision making
- Effective cross-functional stakeholder management
- Proven track record of supplier performance improvement





Tata Motors is an Equal Opportunity 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.

📌 Senior Manager - Supplier Quality - Powertrain (Pune)
🏢 TataMotors
📍 Pune