Gates Corporation is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. At Gates, we are driven to push the boundaries of materials science to engineer products that continually exceed expectations.

We don't rest on our rich heritage of innovation. We leverage it to inspire solutions that will power the next hundred years. We invest continually in R&D and technology, so our products not only outperform industry standards; they exceed our customers' demanding expectations. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. And we are constantly expanding our product catalog and value-added service offerings to support every facet of our customers' operations. In the most extreme environments and those more familiar, Gates is there with the right product, in the right place at the right time. Whether building original equipment or maintaining products in the aftermarket, we enable companies in every industry to be more efficient, productive, and profitable. We are Gates.

Position Summary
This role is responsible to develop & qualify new components, processes and suppliers, supporting issues with current production, outsourcing, increase capacity, and auditing suppliers to ensure process conformance. Make all necessary coordination between departments to ensure flawless launches with suppliers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned beyond the core functions listed below.
He Will Be Responsible For

Responsible to manage RFX activities with suppliers and sourcing decisions for the buying site.
Prepare the project time line with organizing the kick off meeting with suppliers and other stake-holders to drive feasibility reports, capacity sign off, submission of the cost effective quotations for child parts within the defined time line.
Supervises the supplier APQP approach in order to meet part QCD conformances. Ensure all the related responsibilities are completed on time in line with customer / program schedule. To get aligned with team member to improve efficiency adapting the Gates Production system.
Develop and improve cost methodology for timely quotations, and vendor evaluation. Identify and evaluate new suppliers for advanced manufacturing technologies, to deliver improvements in cost, lead time and quality.
Collaborate with certain suppliers on a one-to-one basis to improve their performance for the benefit of the buying organization. Educating suppliers for continual improvement for the price reduction by VAVE activities.
Analyses and updates appropriate supplier data which highlight problems, trends and opportunities for improvement in the system. This includes monitoring data for customer returns, scrap and internal problems related to RM/child parts.
Maintain effective communications with all Departments & subordinates. Use interactive management principles. Escalate to next level when faced with discipline issues with human resources, do not give room for confrontation
Compliance with company IATF16949 and ISO9001 requirements to follow company procedure, working instruction and other registered documents in management systems, Compliance and implementation with applicable company HSE policy, law & regulations, ISO14001 and ISO 45001 management system

Supervisory Responsibilities

The incumbent reports to Director Sourcing, East Asia & India and support him in all day-to-day operations to achieve the business objectives of the company.
Interacts closely with cross functional team including Program management team, plant System Engineering team, SQA, SCM & in-house Quality. Leads & ensure conformance to the specified material and product requirements for newly developed parts.
Co-ordinates with overseas affiliates.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical)
Total work experience of 10+ years exposure in development of parts related to die casting, stamping, forging & machining. Solid understanding of metal manufacturing including casting, sheet-metal, machining, and coatings & Engineering drawing.

Required Skills

Strong oral and written English communication skills.
Ability to communicate clearly with staff at all levels good presentation skills
Focus safety, Quality system. Set standards and ensure the team operates to the defined standards
Good problem-solving skills
Ability to work out the cost of a component from drawing, select the best process & manufacturing capabilities in order to meet low cost with best quality , not compromising on time lines.
Understanding of manufacturing processes, HSE standards & Quality standards.
Knowledge of engineering and technology principles and practices
Able to make effective decisions under pressure
Able to work to deadlines a willingness to work flexi

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: : Fair amount (approx. 20%) of domestic travel is required and if determined by his immediate superior, he will need to travel within the country that may be required

Deputy Manager - Procurement