Platform Purchase Lead

Mahindra And Mahindra Ltd.; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra and Mahindra Limited in Chennai seeks a senior techno-commercial professional with 10-20 years of experience. You will drive SBC and quote synthesis, validate supplier capacity, and ensure alignment of cost targets with TCP objectives across PEL, COE, and platform teams.

The role requires BE/ME (Electrical and Electronics), and you will manage vendor PPAP activities, BOM and capex requirements, and make buy decisions while ensuring quality and on-time delivery within budget.

Qualifications

• BE/ME degree in Electrical and Electronics required.
• 10–20 years of experience in techno-commercial roles preferred.
• Experience with sourcing, cost targets, and supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Drive SBC and quote synthesis to meet TCP targets.
• Validate supplier capacity to meet volumes and timelines.
• Align SBC, SoR, and quotations to target costs.
• Lead vendor PPAP activities and handovers to SQE and SCM.
• Manage BOM and capex requirements across development lifecycle.
• Support make-versus-buy decisions with platform teams.

Skills

SBC analysis

Quote synthesis

Supplier capacity validation

Cost optimization

Vendor management

Education

BE/ME in Electrical and Electronics

Job description

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• Ensure timely finalization of SoR and drawings by incorporating supplier capability and cost feasibility inputs in coordination with PEL.
• Obtain comprehensive and timely SBC (material cost) assessments and supplier feedback to support design finalization.
• Complete technical sign-offs jointly with PEL and COE, ensuring only suppliers capable of meeting TCP targets are approved for sourcing.

Techno-Commercial Responsibilities

• Drive achievement of TCP targets through effective SBC and quote synthesis activities.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of quote synthesis, including supplier feedback, capex requirements, part pricing, and manufacturing process details.
• Validate supplier capacity to deliver required volumes within project timelines and scale-up requirements.
• Evaluate and recommend cost trade-offs at the commodity level to minimize deviations from vehicle-level TCP targets.
• Align assumptions across SBC, SoR, and supplier quotations to maintain close correlation between target and quoted costs.
• Ensure shortlisted suppliers are capable of meeting both technical and commercial targets for every part.

Commercial Responsibilities

• Coordinate with SSU and PSL for timely supplier panel finalization and VoB closure.
• Ensure only suppliers that have successfully completed technical sign-off are onboarded into the sourcing panel.

Part Development Responsibilities

• Maintain part-wise BOM and manage associated capex requirements throughout the development lifecycle.
• Deliver parts within approved material cost targets and budgeted investments for bought-out components.
• Ensure delivery of parts meeting quality requirements as defined under Project MRD2.
• Drive timely completion of vendor PPAP activities and seamless handover to SQE and SCM teams.

Business & Strategic Decision Support

• Support project budgeting by providing part development–related inputs for business case preparation.
• Provide techno-commercial feasibility assessments to PEL for system-level target deployment and decision-making.
• Contribute to make-versus-buy decisions by providing timely inputs aligned with platform TCP targets, in collaboration with PPH, PMH, PFH, and CPH.

Experience

10-20 years

Industry Preferred

Qualifications

BE/ ME (Electrical and Electronics)

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.
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