Bajaj Auto·Automotive·1 month ago
1 month ago
MGR (NPD MC)
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About this role
| Job Description | ||
| Job Title: | Manager - New Product Development (NPD) | |
| Level: | EX | |
| Function: | New Product Development | |
| Department (Sub-function) | NPC - Motorcycles | |
| 1. JOB PURPOSE | ||
| The Program Manager leads the development and execution of two-wheeler product programs, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality, cost-effective vehicles that meet customer and business requirements. The role integrates cross-functional efforts, manages risks and aligns stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, sourcing and quality to achieve successful product launch and lifecycle performance. | ||
| 2. INTERACTION WITH STAKEHOLDERS | ||
| Internal | External | |
| Direct | R&D, Sales & Marketing, Component Development, Finance, Manufacturing teams. | Vendors, Auditing Agencies |
| Indirect | NA | NA |
| 3. JOB REQUIREMENTS | ||
| Educational Qualifications | Essential | Engineering | Management |
| Preferred Institution | Any | |
| Desired Qualifications | Graduate||Any stream/branch | |
| Work Exp | Min: 4 | Max: 15 |
| Industry Specification | Automobile, Auto Components, Consumer Durables, Consumer Goods | |
| Additional Requirements | ||
| Age | Min: 24 | Max: 35 |
| Need for travel | As per Company Policy | |
| 4. KEY COMPETENCIES | ||
| Technical/Functional | 1. Knowledge of Two-wheeler Vehicle architecture, Bill of Materials and Product lifecycle. | |
| 2. Awareness of emission norms, safety regulations and homologation requirements. | ||
| 3. Ability to identify technical risks early and implement mitigation strategies. | ||
| 4. Understanding of manufacuring process like casting, forging, machining, welding, molding, painting and assembly processes. | ||
| Behavioral | 1. Ability to lead cross-functional teams. | |
| 2. Analytical thinking under pressure. Focuses on what drives the most value; differentiates between urgent and important issues. | ||
| 3. Responds effectively to change in priorities. | ||
| 4. Uses persuasion and relationship skills to drive results even when not having direct control over resources. | ||
| 5. Communicates technical and business information clearly to diverse audiences. | ||
| 5. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES | ||
| 1. Lead end-to-end program execution for NPD initiatives from concept to launch. | ||
| 2. Define project scope, objectives, develop and manage program timelines and plan project budget for new vehicle programs. | ||
| 3. Work with senior management to finalize product positioning, target specifications and cost target. | ||
| 4. Lead Cross Functional teams including R&D, Manufacturing, Component Development, Engineering, Quality, Marketing & Sales teams to ensure timely delivery. | ||
| 5. Prepare Product cost vs target and and monitor the progress till production. | ||
| 6. Identify potential risks (technical, supply chain, or regulatory) early in the project. | ||
| 7. Lead pilot build and production ramp-up activities. | ||
| 8. Ensure all vehicle programs meet homologation, emission, safety and regulatory standards. | ||
| 9. Work closely with manufacturing and development teams to ensure smooth Start of Production (SOP). | ||
| 10. Provide periodic program status updates (weekly/monthly) to senior management. | ||
| 11. Facilitate regular program review meetings to monitor progress and resolve interdepartmental conflicts. |
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Bajaj AutoAutomotive
India
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