Deputy Manager - Supplier Quality Development

Mahindra And Mahindra Limited; Chennai District, Chakan; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra & Mahindra Limited is seeking a Deputy Manager in SQD to lead supplier evaluation through selection and upgrade activities, ensuring capacity planning, TAKT time implementation, and rapid ramp-up at supplier sites. You will align SQD Officers with the delivery team and drive continuous quality improvements across automotive suppliers.

The role requires 3–7 years of relevant experience, BE in Mechanical or Production Engineering, and certifications in auditing or Six Sigma.

Qualifications

• BE Mechanical or Production Engineering required.
• 3–7 years of experience in SQD/quality roles in manufacturing.
• Certified Lead / Internal Auditor advantageous.
• Knowledge of ISO/TS and related quality systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the SQD offices for supplier evaluation during selection and upgrade activities.
• Drive capacity approval at suppliers to support flawless product launch timelines.
• Coordinate with delivery teams, development engineers on capacity planning, cycle time, and TAKT time.
• Develop supplier capability to ensure smooth ramp-up and achievement of customer targets (PPM).
• Develop training charters and operator training programmes for suppliers.
• Improve supplier layouts and implement daily work management and quality systems at suppliers.

Skills

7QC/DOE/FMEA

APQP/MPPAP

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Capacity planning / TAKT

Auditing

NPD in automotive

Lean manufacturing

ISO/TS knowledge

Lead/Internal Auditor

MS Office (Word/PP/Excel)

Report writing

Self-driven / result oriented

Interface & extrovert

Six Sigma Green Belt

SPC/MSA

World Class Manufacturing practices

Education

BE Mechanical or Production Engineering

Job description

Deputy Manager - SQD Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Responsibilities and Key Deliverables:

• 1) Leading the SQD Offices for Supplier Evaluation during Selection through Supplier Upgradation activities.
• 2) Accountable for all Mass Manufacturing Capacity approval at Suppliers as per Project Timelines to ensure Flawless launch.
• 3) Ensure alignment of SQD Officers with Delivery team and Facilitate Development Engineers in Capacity Planning, Cycle Time, and TAKT Time Implementation.
• 4) Building Supplier Capability for ensuring Smooth ramp-up and achieving Target PPM set by Customer.
• 5) Develop competency of Supplier Personnel for Problem solving.
• 6) Develop Supplier Training Charter and Operator Training programme.
• 7) Work on Improvement of Supplier Layout.
• 8) Develop Quality Systems at Supplier to Ensure Daily Work Management Practices.

Specific desirable Skillsets:

• 1) Working knowledge of major quality tools like 7QC, DOE, FMEA, QC Story.
• 2) System knowledge of APQP, MPPAP.
• 3) Good Problem-solving Skills.
• 4) Should have Analytical skill and Process auditing skill.
• 5) Sound knowledge on Capacity Planning, Cycle time and TAKT time concepts.
• 6) In-depth knowledge of Audit and related activities.
• 7) End to end knowledge of New Product Development process related to Automobile industry
• 8) Exposure to Practices like Dexterity, Lean manufacturing.
• 9) Good knowledge of ISO/TS system.
• 10) Should be a Certified Lead / Internal Auditor.
• 11) Good knowledge of Ms-Office utilities like: Word, Power point, Excel
• 12) Have fluency in Report writing.
• 13) Self-driven and result oriented, Quick learner
• 14) Good at Interface working and extrovert.
• 15) Certified SIX Sigma GREEN belt.
• 16) Good Working Knowledge on SPC and MSA.
• 17) Good working Knowledge of World Class Manufacturing practices application.

Experience Minimum 3 – 7 years of working experience

Industry Preferred Qualifications BE(Mechanical or Production Engineering) General Requirements

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, caste, race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender identity, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, educational background, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy or childbirth, veteran status, citizenship status, ancestry, financial status, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law. We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our teams. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants. Together, we rise by embracing differences and building a future that reflects the communities we serve.

Experience Level Mid Level