Non-Mainly Manager # Buyer Proc. & NPD – Transmission, Clutch & New Technology -TSA

Tasks

The purpose of this role is to act as a central coordination and governance interface to support the procurement and supply chain transition under Project Hyperion. It ensures seamless execution of purchasing processes, effective handover of responsibilities, and stable operations during the hypercare phase while maintaining controlled communication between DICV and MFTBC. The role also provides ongoing coordination, tracking, and administrative support for common parts, enabling efficient, compliant, and uninterrupted procurement operations throughout the transition lifecycle.

Work closely with internal CFT (R&D, Projects, Supplier Management, Cost Engineering and Finance) and provide necessary information relevant to the individual projects

Develop sourcing strategy for the respective commodity

Interface with global procurement teams of Daimler and explore opportunities for sourcing of components of the respective commodity in India

Identify, finalize supplier set and execute NDA for potential new suppliers. Send out RFQ with relevant technical and commercial information

Interface with R&D on technical feasibility of specifications

Identify suppliers and finalize commercials for proto parts’ requirement

Compare quotations from suppliers. Develop negotiation strategy in consultation with Cost Engineering. Finalize part cost, tooling cost/development cost and commercial terms and conditions with suppliers

Identify cost optimization and VA/VE potential

Propose suitable supplier to the management for awarding of business based on quote comparison and negotiations and take approval

Work on continuous cost optimization for parts that are already under series supply

Settle raw material compensation to the suppliers based on market trend

Negotiate long-term agreements with suppliers

Manage supplier relationship

Act as the primary liaison between DICV and MFTBC for procurement-related transition activities

Management of assets (Supplier Toolings) – Tool Transfers, New Assets, Asset Under Construction

Maintain compliance, documentation, and reporting discipline aligned with TSA requirements

Qualifications

B Tech / BE