- Senior
- Oficina en Chennai
At Visteon, the work we do is both relevant and recognized—not just by our organization, but by our peers, by industry-leading brands, and by millions of drivers around the world. That’s YOUR work.
And, as a truly global technology leader in the mobility space, focused on building cross-functional AND cross-cultural teams, we connect you with people who help you grow.
So here, whatever we do is not a job. It’s a mission. As a multi-billion-dollar leader of disruptive change in the industry, we are shaping the future, while enabling a cleaner environment. No other industry offers more fast-paced change and opportunity. We are in the midst of a mobility revolution that will completely change the way we interact with our vehicles, reduce the number of car accidents and fatalities, and make the world a cleaner place.
Visteon is at the epicenter of this mobility revolution.
Two major trends in the automotive industry – the shift to electric vehicles and vehicles with autonomous safety technologies – have created unique opportunities for Visteon. We are the only automotive provider focused exclusively on cockpit electronics – the fastest-growing segment in the industry.
And our team is ready for YOU. To show the world what you can do.
Detailed Description:
Mission of the Role:
This role champions India leadership in direct material procurement, orchestrating value from commodity purchasing and other cross functional teams to secure new business wins for Visteon India and transitions it to the Forward Model Program Purchasing team for flawless launch execution. The mission is also to provide leadership to the entire pursuit purchasing team including deep collaboration with the Product Line leadership. You will play a strategic role in helping to drive actions towards profitable businesses for Visteon and the specific Product Line
Key objectives of this Role:
Responsible for delivering mature, competitive costed BOMs for for each customer round that meets the target material content / Material margin in on
Displays
Clusters & 2W
CDC, Infotainment & HPC
Electrification
Work closely with Product Line leaders & Sales to determine clear “Should cost” and Customer targets for the product design well ahead of the RFQ process
Demonstrate leadership and product knowledge depth in interactions with Commodity teams and key suppliers to help challenge design and costs
Lead/ support cross functional discussions with PL and commodity teams to pre-align on gaps to “should-cost” that enables an agreed “BOM task” on both design and commercial teams
Drive for forecasted Pursuit Engg BOMs and co-develop „Platform Costed BOMs“ ahead of G0
Develop Platform cBOM database focusing on the Critical parts ahead of customer RFQs to secure a Round 1 – Gate 1 (R1G1) maturity
Engagement with commodity leads and drive product design and BOM Cost optimization ideas ahead of customer RFQ
Tech engagement on product architecture along with PL lead – Bridge between Tech roadmaps & Commodity strategies
Challenge and work with Commodity on volume consolidation strategy incl pursuit forecasts (need PL & Sales support on volumes)
Ensure PL is developing BOM with „Design for sourcing“ approach – avoid NFND/ EOL & select latest tech parts.
Engage with key suppliers jointly with PL and Commodity leadership to pitch for future opportunities
Key Performance Indicators:
Drive for NBW with aggressive material margins for all C and D pursuits
Drive for early maturity : Should costs (PL) and CBOM
Minimize gap between purchasing commitment & should cost by x %
Robustness in design and supplier quote assumptions for Top 5 cost contributors at G0 itself
Ensure seamless transition to execution team with key assumptions/ tasks and risks at G1 for maintaining margins
Qualification, Experience and Skills:
Bachelor’s Degree, Master preferred, Electrical Engineering preferred
15 years in responsible roles within an international business environment and procurement/purchasing lead experience
Strong knowledge of supply base and costing of various commodities
Ability to clearly present sourcing strategy for projects and risk assessments
Ability to lead cross functional teams with focus and accountability.
Effective negotiation skills
Value Chain analysis (VAVE, TQCM)
Effective presentation skills and Strong communication skills
Knowledge about EV market and suppliers to support EV Product portfolios .
Ability to balance risk and achieve lowest material cost within very tight deadlines
Key Leadership Behaviors:
Lead from the front
Inspire change
Build strong teams
Lead the market
Strong business partner
Critical thinker
Visionary
Resilient
Perseverant
Reporting Structure:
Reports to the Global Commodity /Purchasing leader & Dotted line reporting to Product line Leader.
