Manager - Program Management

Job details

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Lead platform-level material cost estimation for new vehicle programs from concept to SOP (Start of Production).
Develop and share part-wise and system-wise cost benchmarks with cross-functional teams (CFT).
Evaluate vehicle cost structure at system/part level across product development stages.
Ensure timely feasibility analysis and feedback on Statement of Requirements (SOR) aligned with business case targets.
Monitor and communicate Supplier Business Case (SBC) data—part and tooling—to Strategic Sourcing Unit (SSU).
Facilitate cost approvals for engineering changes and design modifications.
Act as custodian of material cost control and governance across platforms.

Track and report business case material cost targets, highlighting risks and proposing mitigation strategies.

General Requirements

Critical Must-Have Deliverables

Accurate and timely material cost estimation for business case validation.
Feasibility comments on SOR within defined timelines.
SBC and ROCM (Rate of Change Management) cost communication to SSU.
Visibility and control over platform-level material cost with risk alerts and mitigation plans.

Good-to-Have Deliverables

Support internal systems for cost approval workflows and documentation.
Contribute to cost optimization initiatives through benchmarking and alternate sourcing strategies.
Engage in cross-sectoral knowledge sharing to enhance cost modeling accuracy.

Experience

Minimum 9 years of experience in automotive costing, preferably in platform or vehicle-level cost management.
Proven track record in managing costing deliverables across product development lifecycle.

Industry Preferred

Automotive OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers with exposure to vehicle costing, manufacturing processes, and product development.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BE/B.Tech) – Mechanical, Automobile, or Production Engineering preferred.
Postgraduate qualification in Costing or Finance is an added advantage.

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