Job Title
Assistant/ Manager – Materials - KTM India
Job Location : Akurdi Pune
Reporting to
Div. Manager - Materials
Team Handling - No
Individual contributor
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Educational Qualification
BE / B.Tech (any reputed college with 1st division ) – Mechanical / Mechatronics
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Age
Minimum: 24
Maximum: 30
Experience
Minimum: 2
Maximum: 8
Preferred Exposure : 2-Wheeler/ 4 Wheeler Industry (OEMs) in Purchase / Materials / Vendor Development in Press and Fabrication as well as Polymer category
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Job Responsibilities
Please note key highlights of the role
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Manage end-to-end supplier identification, evaluation, and onboarding
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Lead business finalization for KTM product sourcing
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Handle RFQ (Request for Quotation) processes, including analysis and supplier comparisons
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Negotiate pricing for parts and tooling to achieve cost optimization
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Plan and manage supplier capacity to meet production requirements
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Ensure adherence to sourcing schedules and project timelines
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Drive project management activities in coordination with cross-functional teams
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Monitor supplier performance and ensure delivery commitments are met
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Conduct data analysis, generate reports, and provide actionable insights
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Identify risks and implement effective solutions within the supply chain
- Strong expertise in cost analysis and price finalization, including in-depth knowledge of product costing, machine hour rates, and current market price trends
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Sound knowledge of Press and Fabrication as well as Polymer commodities and components
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Exposure to manufacturing processes such as Forging & Machining, Casting & Machining, and proprietary products will be an added advantage
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and drive insights
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Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for reporting and analysis
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong presentation abilities
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Ability to work with minimal supervision, demonstrating high ownership, initiative, and a self-driven approach
