Sourcing & Development Engineer

HypTechie; Krishnagiri District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

TVS Motor Company is seeking a procurement professional to manage order fulfillment for Own Brand products, act as key contact for Assemblers, and coordinate with project management and suppliers for efficient supply chain execution.

The role emphasizes BOM cost estimation, negotiations, and alignment of delivery with forecasts, with a focus on cross-functional collaboration and risk management within a global supply chain.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, supplier management and cost control.
• Knowledge of BOM cost estimation and commercial terms.
• Understanding of NDAs, contracts, warranties and engineering components.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill order requirements of Own Brand products aligned with sales forecasts and inventory targets.
• Act as key account manager for Assemblers at TVS.
• Collaborate with Project Management and major component suppliers for smooth supply chain execution.
• Evaluate component functions, specifications, and supplier options.
• Estimate BOM cost and manage commercials (unit cost, terms, MOQ, MOV, Incoterms).
• Negotiate part costs and finalize within target cost; issue LOIs for tooling & sample development.
• Ensure effective collaboration between Assemblers & Component makers.
• Release tentative and firm forecasts considering global lead times (ordering, manufacturing, QC, shipping, customs, local transport).
• Broad understanding of NDAs, contracts, warranties, and engineering component development.
• Prepare CAD models & 2D drawings incorporating AQ/MBQ and DFMEA requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers on customized items (frames, handlebars, battery cases, motors, forks).
• Align delivery schedules with sales forecasts, inventory planning, and QC planning.
• Reconcile invoices, coordinate with Finance for timely payments.
• Ensure checks and controls on supplier invoices, banking, and payment systems.
• Manage inbound logistics and maintain strong ties with logistics providers to optimize lead times and costs.
• Work closely with project, finance, and logistics teams to align supply chain with business goals.
• Manage risks and disruptions with contingency planning (escalate to Business Head when required).
• Arrange QC checks prior to dispatch.

Skills

Supply chain management

Negotiation

Project coordination

Multilingual communication

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

TVS Motor Company is a reputed global manufacturer of two- and three-wheelers, driving progress through Sustainable Mobility with state-of-the-art facilities in India (Hosur, Mysuru, Nalagarh) and Indonesia (Karawang). With a 100-year legacy built on Trust, Value, and Passion, TVS has earned global recognition, including the prestigious Deming Prize and multiple J.D. Power rankings for product quality and customer service. Through global subsidiaries such as Norton Motorcycles (UK), Swiss E-Mobility Group (Switzerland), and EGO Movement, TVS continues to expand its innovation footprint across premium motorcycles and e-mobility solutions, delivering superior customer experiences in 80+ countries.

For more details, visit www.tvsmotor.com

Purpose of the Role

• Fulfill order requirements of Own Brand products aligned with sales forecasts and inventory targets.
• Act as key account manager for Assemblers at TVS.
• Collaborate with Project Management and major component suppliers for smooth supply chain execution.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Evaluate component functions, specifications, and supplier options.
• Estimate BOM cost and manage commercials (unit cost, terms, MOQ, MOV, Incoterms).
• Negotiate part costs and finalize within target cost; issue LOIs for tooling & sample development.
• Ensure effective collaboration between Assemblers & Component makers.
• Release tentative and firm forecasts considering global lead times (ordering, manufacturing, QC, shipping, customs, local transport).

Technical & Process Management

• Broad understanding of NDAs, contracts, warranties, and engineering component development.
• Prepare CAD models & 2D drawings incorporating AQ/MBQ and DFMEA requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers on customized items (frames, handlebars, battery cases, motors, forks).
• Align delivery schedules with sales forecasts, inventory planning, and QC planning.

Commercial & Finance

• Reconcile invoices, coordinate with Finance for timely payments.
• Ensure checks and controls on supplier invoices, banking, and payment systems.
• Manage inbound logistics and maintain strong ties with logistics providers to optimize lead times and costs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Risk Management

• Work closely with project, finance, and logistics teams to align supply chain with business goals.
• Manage risks and disruptions with contingency planning (escalate to Business Head when required).
• Arrange QC checks prior to dispatch.

Functional Competencies

• Product awareness and manufacturing process knowledge.
• International trade and commercial acumen.
• Cost management and pricing negotiations.
• Quality assurance and problem-solving skills.
• SAP knowledge and hands-on ERP experience.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal effectiveness.
• Personal leadership with executional rigor.
• Networking and relationship management skills.
• Multilingual communication (preferred).
• Inquisitive mindset with focus on continuous improvement.