Tasks
Professional Experience: 8-10yrs relevant professional experience in Auto OEMs or reputed Tier1s, prefereably in Nylon (PA) Lines (Connection Technology - Fuel, Brake & Air) commodity
Soft Skills
- Good communication, presentation & analytical skills
- Collaborate & work with CFT – relationship management
- Computer ERP and MS office proficiency
Key skill Set required.
- Sourcing; Price negotiation for Plastic Commodity
- Knowledge of Global sourcing & VAVE
- CAPAX & OPEX budgeting
- APQP & PPAP
- Lead the Buying profile for Interior / Exterior Commodity ( Nylon (PA) Lines (Connection Technology - Fuel, Brake & Air)
- 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 New Part Development of Nylon (PA) Lines (Connection Technology - Fuel, Brake & Air) Commodity (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 at all levels to support process improvement initiatives.
- Provide management updates and track the same
- Adherence to the Daimler global procurement process and guideline
Professional Experience: 8-10yrs relevant professional experience in Auto OEMs or reputed Tier1s, prefereably in Nylon (PA) Lines (Connection Technology - Fuel, Brake & Air) commodity
Soft Skills
- Good communication, presentation & analytical skills
- Collaborate & work with CFT – relationship management
- Computer ERP and MS office proficiency
Key skill Set required.
- Sourcing; Price negotiation for Plastic Commodity
- Knowledge of Global sourcing & VAVE
- CAPAX & OPEX budgeting
- APQP & PPAP
- Lead the Buying profile for Interior / Exterior Commodity ( Nylon (PA) Lines (Connection Technology - Fuel, Brake & Air)
- 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 New Part Development of Nylon (PA) Lines (Connection Technology - Fuel, Brake & Air) Commodity (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 at all levels to support process improvement initiatives.
- Provide management updates and track the same
- Adherence to the Daimler global procurement process and guideline
Qualifications
Educational Qualifications – Bachelors/Masters/Equivalent degrees in Engineering or Business Administration
Educational Qualifications – Bachelors/Masters/Equivalent degrees in Engineering or Business Administration
Our company culture
At Daimler Truck, we promote diversity and foster an inclusive corporate culture. We value the individual strengths of our employees, as these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company. Inclusion and Equal opportunities are key to us – regardless of where you come from and who you are. We look forward to receiving applications from people of all cultures and genders, parents, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTIQ+ community. At Daimler Truck, we promote diversity and foster an inclusive corporate culture. We value the individual strengths of our employees, as these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company. Inclusion and Equal opportunities are important to us – regardless of where you come from and who you are. We look forward to receiving applications from people of all cultures and genders, parents, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTIQ+ community.
- Job number:
10422
- Publication period:
10/21/2026 - 10/30/2026
- Location:
Chennai
- Organization:
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles Private Limited
- Job Category:
Procurement
- Working hours:
Full time
To Location: Chennai, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles India Private Limited
Contact
Recruiter
Name: Bharhathi HR
Email:
[email protected]
📌 Buyer & NPD Manager # Nylon (PA) Lines commodity (Connection Technology - Fuel, Adblue & Brakes) – Interior & Exterior team
🏢 Daimler India Commercial Vehicles
📍 Chennai