Localization Manager – India(Supply chain)

Localization Manager – India(Supply chain)

Help shape the future of mobility.

Imagine a world with zero vehicle accidents, zero vehicle emissions, and wireless vehicle connectivity all around us. Every day, we move closer to making that world a reality. Aptiv’s passionate team of engineers and developers creates advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions and data connectivity solutions so that automakers can bring advanced capabilities to more people around the globe. This is how we enable sustainable mobility and help to prevent accidents caused by human error.

Your Role

• Develop & Implement India localization Strategies across all Categories ( Plastics, Stampings, Castings, Connectors , Infotainment Display units, etc ) to support India business.
• Identify, evaluate & onboard local suppliers which would meet the business requirements.
• Develop and qualify new suppliers to support localization initiative.
• Collaborate with PC&L team to optimize Import duties by aligning the localization Strategies.
• Co-ordinate with the Supplier quality team to ensure Quality standards and Compliance are met.
• Work with the Global team to Leverage & Expand India supply base to cater Global needs.
• Collaborate with Engineering team to Implement and optimize PLI ( Production Linked Incentive) Schemes.
• Support the Regional Program Strategy and align with category/SQ&D on supplier development strategy.
• Strategize “In India – for India” initiative to cater the requirements for India Business.

Your Background

Key ingredients for succeeding in this role are your:

• Bachelor/Master Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration or similar qualification
• More than 10 years of experience in Global Supply Management with internationally operating corporations, including over 2 years of supervisor/management role.
• Extensive knowledge of Mechanical category and mechatronics supplier base and manufacturing processes for Automotive applications.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships with absolutes of ethics and integrity, and experience in working “up front” with suppliers to ensure superior material performance
• Proficiency in business finance to support business decisions
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Ability to cope with demanding environment and conflict resolution
• Strong proficiency in English
• Excellent computer skills with MS Office programs

Why join us?

• You can grow at Aptiv.Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

• Hybrid and flexible working hours;
• Higher Education Opportunities (UDACITY, UDEMY, COURSERA are available for your continuous growth and development);
• Life and accident insurance;
• Sodexo cards for food and beverages
• Well Being Program that includes regular workshops and networking events;
• EAP Employee Assistance;
• Access to fitness clubs (T&C apply);
• Creche facility for working parents;

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!

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