Head of Ancillary Development (DGM) (ADD) Position Overview: You will spearhead the supplier development and commodity strategy across Plastics, NVH, Engine, Sheet Metal, Electronics, and Vehicle Interiors. As the strategic linchpin, you'll define cross-category roadmaps, standardise components for scale, and ensure capacity readiness aligned with NPD timelines. In this transformation-focused role, you'll tackle critical supply-chain challenges: accelerating localization, securing cost-competitive sources, mitigating geopolitical and capacity risks, and embedding robust quality systems. Your leadership will directly influence time-to-market and program profitability. Key Responsibilities: - Define and drive the end-to-end supplier development strategy across multiple commodity streams - Champion localization, import substitution, and value-engineering for sustained cost leadership - Onboard and audit suppliers against QCDDM metrics, APQP/PPAP standards, and ESG goals - Align sourcing roadmaps with new product development milestones and ramp-up targets - Lead cross-functional risk assessments, ensuring compliance with quality, finance, and legal standards - Consolidate supplier base globally and implement should-cost models to optimise spend - Mentor and develop a high-performing team of commodity experts Education & Experience Requirements: - B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automobile Engineering (mandatory); MBA (Operations/Supply Chain) preferred - 15-18 years in automotive sourcing, including 5+ years in multi-commodity leadership - Proven track record in NPD sourcing, global supplier development, localization, and APQP/PPAP Essential Skills & Competencies: - Deep technical expertise across plastics, sheet metal, engine parts, electronics, and infotainment - Strong commercial acumen in cost analysis, negotiation, and supplier audits - Exceptional stakeholder management with R&D, manufacturing, and global partners - Strategic thinker with hands-on execution and a proactive change-leadership mindset

Pune

Head/Deputy General Manager - Ancillary Development 

Job Description for Head/Deputy General Manager - Ancillary Development  in CORNERSTONE INDIA CONSULTING PVT. LTD. in  Pune for (15-18) years of experience. Apply Now!