Assistant General Manager - Direct Purchase

Autoliv; Singahalli; On-site; INR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Autoliv seeks an experienced Assistant General Manager - Direct Purchase to lead global procurement in our automotive division in India. You will drive cost optimization, supplier development, and localization initiatives, while overseeing a team and managing a spend of over ₹2,000 Crores annually.

The role requires deep expertise in supplier management, strategic sourcing, and cross-functional leadership across Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management in a multinational

Qualifications

• 22-25+ years experience in Purchasing, Procurement or Supply Chain Management.
• Mandatory experience in Automotive Industry.
• Experience in multinational and matrix organizations preferred.
• Strong expertise in supplier management and strategic sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Execute global purchasing strategies while ensuring process compliance.
• Develop and strengthen the supplier base in India in line with segment strategies.
• Lead and support supplier negotiations and annual cost-saving initiatives.
• Drive successful launches of new projects related to Seat Belts, Airbags, and Steering Wheels.
• Manage supplier capacity planning and supply chain risk mitigation.
• Lead change management and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) activities.
• Ensure contribution margin targets are achieved for all new projects.
• Support localization initiatives and supplier development programs.
• Monitor project timelines and ensure timely execution.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management.
• Ensure compliance with ASPP requirements and maintain accurate cost data in ICAN.
• Conduct sourcing board meetings and support sourcing decisions for new developments.
• Manage supplier-related quality, delivery, and commercial issues.
• Coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing purchasing team.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Cost optimization

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Project execution

Education

B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Post Graduate Diploma in Tooling

Tools

ICAN

Job description

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as ROLE.

About The Role

We are looking for a highly experienced and strategic procurement leader to join our team as Assistant General Manager - Direct Purchase. This role will be responsible for driving purchasing excellence, supplier development, cost optimization, localization initiatives, and successful execution of new product launches within a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment.

The position involves managing an annual spend exceeding ₹2,000 Crores, leading a team of procurement professionals, and collaborating with cross-functional and global stakeholders to ensure business objectives are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute global purchasing strategies while ensuring process compliance.
• Develop and strengthen the supplier base in India in line with segment strategies.
• Lead and support supplier negotiations and annual cost-saving initiatives.
• Drive successful launches of new projects related to Seat Belts, Airbags, and Steering Wheels.
• Manage supplier capacity planning and supply chain risk mitigation.
• Lead change management and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) activities.
• Ensure contribution margin targets are achieved for all new projects.
• Support localization initiatives and supplier development programs.
• Monitor project timelines and ensure timely execution.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management.
• Ensure compliance with ASPP requirements and maintain accurate cost data in ICAN.
• Conduct sourcing board meetings and support sourcing decisions for new developments.
• Manage supplier-related quality, delivery, and commercial issues.
• Coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing purchasing team.

Key Deliverables

• Successful launch of new automotive programs.
• Achievement of annual savings targets.
• Management of over 70 suppliers, including global suppliers.
• Effective management of supplier spend exceeding ₹2,000 Crores annually.
• Delivery of year-on-year business growth through new project execution.
• Leadership and development of a team of 5-6 professionals.

Experience

Required Experience & Expertise

• 22-25+ years of experience in Purchasing, Procurement, or Supply Chain Management.
• Mandatory experience within the Automotive Industry.
• Experience in multinational and matrix organizations preferred.
• Strong expertise in supplier management and strategic sourcing.

Technical Skills

• Tooling and component cost estimation.
• Strong knowledge of Plastics, Stamping, Metals, and Die Castings.
• Supplier market research and technology assessment.
• Negotiation and purchasing management skills.
• Knowledge of supplier development and localization projects.

Leadership Competencies

• Proactive and results-oriented mindset.
• Strong decision-making and execution capabilities.
• Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to inspire, develop, and lead teams.
• Customer-focused with a global business perspective.
• Commitment to accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Education

• B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
• Post Graduate Diploma in Tooling preferred

Personal Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive and proactive approach
• Self-motivated and confident
• Innovative thinker
• Team-oriented professional
• Results-driven leader

We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.

In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.

More lives saved – more life lived!