Senior Manager - Advance Quality

Tata Motors

5 - 10 years

Pune

Posted: 17/06/2025

Job Description


Position Summary with Job Responsibilities



Position Name Manager AQ Position level Level 5
DEM position name DGM AQ PVBU DEM position level Level 4
FEM position name NA FEM position level NA
Purpose of the position
This position is responsible for development of commodity aggregates starting from -RFQ study, Technical feasibility, TRSO, following robust Prox process . Ensure that parts are developed in line with Quality and quantity targets ensuring timely delivery meeting project milestones. This position is also responsible for close co-ordination with ERC, Product Line, Suppliers
Dimensions of the position:
Non-Financial: Delivery of projects approx. 5 - involved in 90 exclusive parts
Number of Employees in AQ Commodity group- Approx. White collar as per OE
Personal Profile
Education B.E./B.Tech
Skills/ Competencies 1. Drive for results
2. Customer Centricity
3. Dealing with Ambiguity
4. Interpersonal effectiveness
5.Business Acumen
6. Problem solving orientation.
7. Risk management
8. Timely decision making
Relevant Experience :
5 to 15 years of relevant experience in Automobile Industry with in-depth knowledge of supplier base, manufacturing processes, APQP, PPAP, SPC and problem solving techniques. upcoming technology and technical knowledge of Part specification/Part development, Quality tools.


Education


Work Experience



Key Responsibilities:
1 Advance Quality Strategy execution

  • Implementation of action plan in part development strategies aggregate wise with respect to project milestone to ensure on time flawless launch, capacity enhancement and VAVE
  • Development strategy execution (Target Vs Actual)
    2 Advanced Quality (AQ) - Development of out-sourced parts from Suppliers for new projects
  • Deployment of action plan for of part development w.r.t project milestones given by Product Line and inform deviations if any.
  • Comply to ProX processes for new projects and escalate issues if any.
  • Execute action plan for capacity enhancements w.r.t volume projections, cost reductions and quality improvements.
  • Implement and verify corrective actions planned through learnings from past / other projects (LLL ) during development and PPAP.
  • Conduct physical verification and tool capitalisation activities as per timelines for new parts.
  • Conduct onsite reviews at supplier end for Verification of regulatory and safety compliance related to part development.
  • Execute onsite PPAP for each and every part including quality and capacity requirements, escalate along with action plan in case of non- compliance.
  • Propose ideas, get approval and implement action plan for faster resolution for resolution of critical issues for achievement of Quality Score card parameters for supplier parts.
  • Adherence to plan - APQP and PPAP
  • Gateway milestone compliance
  • Conceptualise LLL (Lessons Leant Library) concept and drive adoption
  • Craftsmanship, VLO scores
  • Quality issues resolved, Part rejection (PPM) and no. of QRT issues post launch.
  • Capacity proving in line with SOR volumes
  • Capacity alignment action plans
    3 Profitability Enhancement
  • Implementation of syndicated and ERC released ideas of VAVE.
  • Coordinate and Participate in idea generation workshop with Suppliers.
  • VAVE proposal implementation
  • No. of Ideas generated.
    4 Building Sustainable Supplier Base
  • Conduct onsite MSA and prepare and release assessment report for new and existing sources, escalate in case of deviation.
  • Implement development actions for alternate source to support supplier base rationalization initiative.
  • MSA audit plan vs actual
    5 People Management:
  • Adhere to training and development plans
  • Execute training plan


    Tata Motors Leadership Competencies


    Customer Centricity - Anticipating, understanding and focusing efforts on meeting the customer (stakeholders) needs or expectations

    Developing Self and Others - Recognizing continuous development is essential for success and taking steps to develop self and helping others to excel

    Driving Execution - Translating strategy into action and execution

    Leading by Example - Encouraging and following ethical standards

    Leading Change - Recognizing the need for change, initiating and adapting to change

    Motivating Self and Others - Inspiring teams and individuals

    Functional Competencies


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