Asst. Manager- Process Quality

Tata Ficosa Automotive Systems; Chakan; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Ficosa Automotive Systems Pvt. Ltd. in Pune invites an AM/DM Program Manager to lead end-to-end automotive programs from concept to SOP. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines, budgets and customer interfaces, and ensure robust APQP/PPAP processes.

The role requires 8–10 years of program management experience in automotive, strong leadership, and proven ability to drive product launches while maintaining quality, cost, and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in Program Management within Automotive / Auto Components Industry.
• Experience in handling new product development projects from concept to launch.
• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Automobile, Electronics, Electrical, Production or related Engineering discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead program planning activities from nomination to SOP (Start of Production).
• Review customer requirements, technical specifications, timing plans and commercial commitments.
• Develop program timelines, milestones, deliverables and resource plans.
• Act as the single point of contact for customers regarding program execution.
• Coordinate with customers for design reviews, development status and project deliverables.
• Prepare and present program status reports to customers and management.
• Drive cross-functional teams comprising Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Purchase and Finance.
• Monitor project progress against timelines, quality and cost targets.
• Track project milestones and ensure timely closure of action items.
• Coordinate internal reviews and facilitate decision-making for critical program issues.
• Escalate and resolve program risks affecting delivery, cost or quality.
• Ensure successful execution of projects from concept to production launch.
• Monitor PPAP documentation and approval status.
• Ensure manufacturing readiness before SOP.
• Drive lessons learned and best practice deployment across programs.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

DFMEA PFMEA

Control Plan

Project Management

MS Project

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation Skills

IATF 16949 knowledge

Cross-functional leadership

Cost Control

Engineering Change Management

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Automobile/Electrical/Electronics Production

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Title: AM / DM Program Management

Role: Program Manager

Experience: 8-10 Years

No. of Positions: 1

Company: Tata Ficosa Automotive Systems Pvt. Ltd.

Base Location: Pune

Company Overview:

TATA FICOSA Automotive Systems Pvt. Ltd. is a 50:50 Joint Venture between Tata AutoComp Systems Ltd. and FICOSA International, Spain. TATA FICOSA provides end-to-end solutions in Design, Development and Manufacturing of Automotive Components, delivering advanced technologies and innovative mobility solutions to a wide customer base while meeting global quality, environmental and safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• 1.Program Planning & Customer Management:
  • Lead program planning activities from nomination to SOP (Start of Production).
  • Review customer requirements, technical specifications, timing plans and commercial commitments.
  • Develop program timelines, milestones, deliverables and resource plans.
  • Act as the single point of contact for customers regarding program execution.
  • Coordinate with customers for design reviews, development status and project deliverables.
  • Prepare and present program status reports to customers and management.
• 2.Program Execution & Cross Functional Coordination:
  • Drive cross-functional teams comprising Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Purchase and Finance.
  • Monitor project progress against agreed timelines, quality and cost targets.
  • Track project milestones and ensure timely closure of action items.
  • Coordinate internal reviews and facilitate decision-making for critical program issues.
  • Escalate and resolve program risks affecting delivery, cost or quality.
  • Ensure successful execution of projects from concept to production launch.
• 3.New Product Development (NPD) Management:
  • Monitor complete product development activities in line with customer requirements.
  • Drive APQP activities and ensure timely completion of project deliverables.
  • Coordinate prototype development, validation and testing activities.
  • Ensure design reviews, DFMEA/PFMEA and engineering change management activities are completed.
  • Support feasibility analysis and product industrialization activities.
  • Ensure product development milestones are achieved as per project plan.
• 4.Launch & PPAP Management:
  • Coordinate pilot builds, trial runs and production readiness reviews.
  • Monitor PPAP documentation and approval status.
  • Ensure manufacturing readiness before SOP.
  • Coordinate with Quality and Manufacturing teams for successful product launch.
  • Ensure customer-specific requirements are fulfilled before launch.
  • Drive smooth transition from development phase to serial production.
• 5.Cost & Profitability Management:
  • Monitor program budget, development costs and tooling expenses.
  • Track project profitability throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Coordinate with Finance and Commercial teams for cost monitoring.
  • Drive cost optimization and value engineering initiatives.
  • Support commercial discussions related to change requests and customer recoveries.
  • Ensure program objectives are achieved within approved budgets.
• 6.Risk Management & Problem Resolution:
  • Identify project risks and maintain risk mitigation plans.
  • Conduct periodic risk reviews with stakeholders.
  • Drive corrective actions for project delays and quality concerns.
  • Resolve technical, commercial and operational issues impacting project performance.
  • Ensure effective closure of customer escalations and concerns.
  • Support root cause analysis and preventive action implementation.
• 7.Stakeholder Communication & Reporting:
  • Conduct project review meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Maintain project dashboards, trackers and MIS reports.
  • Communicate project health, risks and achievements to leadership teams.
  • Ensure transparent reporting of project performance indicators.
  • Facilitate management reviews and customer program reviews.
  • Maintain program documentation and records.
• 8.Process Compliance & Continuous Improvement:
  • Ensure compliance with APQP, PPAP, IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements.
  • Participate in internal, customer and certification audits.
  • Drive lessons learned and best practice deployment across programs.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to project execution.
  • Standardize program management processes and project monitoring systems.
  • Promote operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Preferred Experience:

• Automotive / Auto Components / Manufacturing Industry.
• Experience in Program Management, New Product Development (NPD) and Product Launches.
• Experience in managing OEM and Tier-1 customer programs.
• Exposure to Assembly Business Unit preferred.
• Experience in cross-functional project management and customer handling.
• Knowledge of automotive product development lifecycle.

Preferred Skills:

• APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA and Control Plan.
• Strong Project Management and Program Tracking skills.
• Customer Relationship Management.
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation.
• Cost Control and Budget Management.
• Engineering Change Management.
• MS Project / Project Planning Tools.
• Strong Communication, Negotiation and Presentation Skills.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 and Automotive Quality Systems.
• Leadership and Cross-functional Team Management.

Qualifications:

• B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Automobile, Electronics, Electrical, Production or related Engineering discipline.
• 8-10 years of experience in Program Management within Automotive / Auto Components Industry.
• Experience in handling new product development projects from concept to launch.

Additional Requirements:

• Drive program execution from customer nomination to SOP.
• Ensure on-time delivery of project milestones.
• Coordinate customer reviews and management reporting.
• Monitor project timing, cost and quality performance.
• Manage customer escalations and risk mitigation activities.
• Support APQP, PPAP and launch management processes.
• Maintain project dashboards, MIS and program documentation.
• Achieve customer satisfaction and program profitability targets.