Manager - Program Management

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

• Lead platform-level material cost estimation for new vehicle programs from concept to SOP (Start of Production).

• Develop and share part-wise and system-wise cost benchmarks with cross-functional teams (CFT).

• Evaluate vehicle cost structure at system/part level across product development stages.

• Ensure timely feasibility analysis and feedback on Statement of Requirements (SOR) aligned with business case targets.

• Monitor and communicate Supplier Business Case (SBC) data—part and tooling—to Strategic Sourcing Unit (SSU).

• Facilitate cost approvals for engineering changes and design modifications.

• Act as custodian of material cost control and governance across platforms.

Track and report business case material cost targets, highlighting risks and proposing mitigation strategies.

General Requirements

Critical Must-Have Deliverables

• Accurate and timely material cost estimation for business case validation.

• Feasibility comments on SOR within defined timelines.

• SBC and ROCM (Rate of Change Management) cost communication to SSU.

• Visibility and control over platform-level material cost with risk alerts and mitigation plans.

Good-to-Have Deliverables