Job Description

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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