Role & responsibilities

- Project Execution: Lead end-to-end NPD milestones, tracking timeline compliance from design concept to plant handover.
- RFQ & Budgeting: Prepare RFQ/SOR packages, Cost-Benefit Analyses (CBA), and project CAPEX for weld cell installations; secure executive approvals.
- Line Setup & Operations: Supervise daily shop-floor welding project execution, tooling readiness, and technical manpower allocation.
- Buy-Off & PPAP: Oversee tool/line buy-offs, lead PPAP validation, and ensure seamless handover to the serial production operations team.
- Client & CFT Alignment: Serve as the technical point of contact for customer reviews, design changes, and cross-functional team coordination.
- Value Engineering & Safety: Drive VAVE initiatives to optimize cycle times and manufacturing costs while maintaining plant safety standards.

Preferred candidate profile

- Minimum 8+ years hands-on experience in automotive NPD environments with solid expertise in welding cells and tooling projects.
- Proven track record leading PPAP submissions, customer interface, and Capex budgeting.
- Working proficiency in SAP HANA and 3D modeling/design suites.

📌 Assistant Manager - New Product Development (Pune)
🏢 SV Management Consultants
📍 Pune