Senior Engineer/Assistant Manager

Aptiv

9 - 11 years

Chennai

Posted: 05/02/2025

Job Description

Senior Engineer/Assistant Manager - Plant Buyer

Roles and Responsibilities :

  • Support and lead Cost saving Initiatives for the plant
  • Manage supplier relationship at the plant level
  • Work with cross functional team to generate cost reduction opportunities
  • Manage and improve supplier payables
  • Engineering change management and execution
  • Drive plant level localization
  • Resolution of supplier issues
  • Supplier commercial due diligence
  • Ability to work with supplier senior management team

Skills/ Qualification:

  • BTech ( Mechanical / Production / Electrical) from Reputed colleges like NIT or PGPEX-VLM from IIM Calcutta
  • 7-9 year of experience in , cost modeling, supplier management, category buying
  • Expertise level competence on Excel sheets
  • Manufacturing process understanding of  Plastics injection and extrusion, Rubber, Sheet Metal, Cables , Electrical and electronics component needed
  • Should have exposure to harness industry or harness component related industry
  • Good understanding on costing and various drivers of cost in manufacturing.
  • Good team player and good interpersonal skills
  • Result orientation is key to position
  • Understanding of supplier finance risk assessment tools and techniques

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About Company

Aptiv is a global technology company that focuses on developing advanced automotive solutions, headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. Aptiv designs and manufactures innovative products related to vehicle electrification, connectivity, and autonomous driving. The company provides a wide range of products, including advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), high-performance electrical systems, and in-vehicle networking solutions. Aptiv's technologies aim to enhance safety, sustainability, and the driving experience. The company is a key player in the automotive industry’s shift toward electric and self-driving vehicles, collaborating with major automakers to build smarter, more efficient transportation systems. Aptiv operates across a global footprint, serving customers in North America, Europe, and Asia.

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