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Job Purpose:This position in Vendor Development is accountable for the development of Al Forgings & Machined components for EV New products, adhering to Cost, Quality and timeline targets.Position Overview:Position Name: Specialist / Senior Specialist - Vendor Development (Al Forging)Location: Chennai - RE HQReporting to: Senior TechnologistQualification: B.E / B.Tech - Mechanical / Automobile / ProductionRequired Skill:- 8 to 12 Years Experience in handling Core Aluminium forging parts. - Strong Techno-Commercial knowledge in Al Forgings & Machined components - Strong expertise in Aluminum Forging process prove out and Forging Die Design knowledge - Collaborate with CFT/Suppliers to understand the product requirements and specifications - Early involvement with Product and Process Development team for optimized design, process and cost - To identify competitive and potential suppliers - Familiar in purchasing and legal processes like NDA,RFQ,GPA,SWA,LTA,PR,PO/LOI etc., - Thorough Process knowledge in Al Forging & Machining including Tools, Dies, Fixtures, Gauges etc., - Familiar in ZBC, Productivity improvement, VA/VE, YoY Cost Reduction - Strong Negotiation skills - Familiar in Material Grades, Heat Treatment processes, Surface treatments, Automotive standard etc., - Familiar in QMS, GD&T, Product and Process Feasibility, FM/DFA,PPAP etc., - Closely work with CFT/Suppliers to ensure on-time development of parts with First Time Right - To conduct Run@Rate at supplier end and build adequate capacity with suppliers - To manage the Engineering Changes and Cost effectively - To implement Continuous Improvements internally & at supplier end