Key Soft Skills
Computer ERP and MS office proficiency
Key Competencies/skills required.
- Sourcing, Costing, Negotiation, Supplier Management and NPD
- CAPAX & OPEX budgeting and plan vs actual project management
- APQP & PPAP
Lead the Buying profile for Interior / Exterior Commodity ( Proprietary Parts)
Sound knowledge in the costing, negotiation and supplier management
Knowledge of supplier selection, Negotiation & Awarding - Identification and selection of capable & competent suppliers inline with global commodity/procurement strategy
Commodity expert in Plastics Raw Material (Forecast, plan and settlement)
Develop commodity strategy and execute the same
Contract management reviewing and interpreting legal contracts, identifying supplier concerns, and proposing mutually beneficial alternatives.
Possesses the ability to foresee potential risks and establish corresponding mitigation plans in advance
Achieve on respective area commercial efficiency target in turn to reach Trucks India ANP target
Raw material management for all the responsible suppliers and commodity lead role for Plastics Commodity to be ensured
Lead the New Part Development of Proprietary Parts (APQP)
Sound knowledge of APQP, PPAP, & other quality tools like Cause & effect, 8D analysis
Supplier management experience with respect to Quality & Delivery
Knowledge of CAPEX & OPEX management
Product knowledge of commercial vehicles, knowledge of Supplier Management processes
Monitor supplier performance based on defined KPIs & improve supplier performance.
Proficiency in managing relationships with stakeholders( team members, end-users) ensuring alignment of project objectives and expectations.
Contributors in process improvement projects; review existing processes to identify inefficiencies or areas for optimization.
Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels to support process improvement initiatives.
Provide management updates and track the same
Educational Qualifications – Bachelors/Masters/Equivalent degrees in Engineering or Business Administration
Professional Experience 8-14yrs relevant professional experience in Auto OEMs or reputed Tier1s, preferably in Proprietary Parts (Door Modules, HVACs, Lighting, Mirrors, etc)
Daimler Truck North America, a Daimler Truck AG company, is the largest heavy-duty truck manufacturer in North America and a leading producer of medium-duty trucks and specialized commercial vehicles.
Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Daimler Truck North America manufactures, sells and services several renowned commercial vehicle brands including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, Thomas Built Buses, and Freightliner Custom Chassis. Through the company’s affiliates, Daimler Truck North America is also a leading provider of heavy-and medium-duty diesel engines and other components. The company’s strategic partners in the North American commercial vehicles market include Daimler Truck Financial, TravelCenters of America and Petro Truck Centers.
