 SPOC for suppliers of Casting, Forging & Machining parts applicable in Main/Frame line of heavy commercial vehicle (Trucks, Tippers & Trailers). Building supplier Network for across all TML CVBU for CFM commodities. Maintaining strong coordination with internal stakeholders -Engineering department, Program management, Cost Engineering, Incoming Quality & Metallurgy, Production, Supply & Chain, Logistics & store as well as External stakeholders- Vendor partners to ensure successful communication & achieving of objectives (cost target, Development time plan, tooling & process implementation at suppliers.) Vendor quality rating upgradation from D & E categories to A & B through manufacturing site assessment. (MSA). Expert in AIAG Tools (APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, G R & R, SPC analysis of CTQ parameters, Run @ Rate & PPAP) Implementation at manufacturer’s site.  Conversant with Quality Certifications like ISO9001, TS16949. Meeting sourcing goals across product group (Focused on Cost, Quality, Delivery, Inventory & Transportation cost). Locating & evaluating new vendors through market research on quality & delivery requirements as well as evaluating current suppliers.

 Floating RFQ & Conducting bidder list, Supplier selection, price negotiation and PO allotment. Closely worked with, R & D, product management, Quality, supply chain, logistics. Cost tracking to ensure suppliers, designers & buyers are focused on achieving the cost targets set for each project. Negotiation of pricing and other contract terms and conditions through should costing analysis, collection of data, research and benchmarking. One time, Regular and Amortized contract terms and condition and meeting statutory requirements. Managing Contract types include single purchase orders as well as managing long term agreements. Supporting sourcing strategies & demonstrated ability to reduce cost in procurements. One time, Regular and Amortized contract terms and condition and meeting statutory requirements Meeting sourcing goals across product group (Focused on Cost, Quality, Delivery) Contributing to growth plans with existing & new suppliers  Identify the components and suppliers that require a development contract prior to gate 0 & ensure are in line with TML strategy. Ensures purchasing cost targets are met for components on each NPI program. Contract types include single purchase orders as well as managing long term agreements. Performed continuous review and analysis of demand and supply. Conducting source selections, negotiating and documenting purchase contracts and binding agreements within procurement commitment authority Administering contract/contract changes. Enforcing contract terms and conditions. Working within and optimizing the procurement process - including, Request for Procurement/Quotation/Information, proposal evaluations, negotiations and contract awards within the guidelines of established policies and procedures. Assures that purchased materials & components meet the quality requirements.

 Responsible for NPD Sourcing & Development of various forging components, i.e, gears, shafts, blank forging, forks’, gear shifter unit of Engine & Gear Box. Cost Rationalization & Optimization , ZBC (Forging & Casting Machined components )& VA/VE Handled SOB allocation, ECN implementation, PO release, etc.  Coordinating with R & D department to implement changes in existing product, providing suggestions to designer regarding price & manufacturability As well as providing feedback regarding cost & manufacturability for new initiatives by R&DPrepare MIS on vendor performance, cost analysis, stock reconciliation with vendors and vendor developments for commodities procured.