AddressJob Code: T02022021-A
Job Title:Head, Passenger Vehicle R&D AsiaJob Location: Chennai
Client: Asia Research & Development Center of one of the leading tyre manufacturers in the world
Purpose of the Job
This position will lead PV development for APMEA region. Scope of this role covers all sizes in passenger segment (PCR and SUV being the two subcategories) and will serve both OEM and replacement markets across APMEA and effectively collaborate with PV R&D Europe for synergy in terms of technology development.Job Summary
- Develop Product strategy for PVRD in APMEA along with other stakeholders (Senior Management, Institutional sales & Replacement Sales, Marketing, Customer Service etc. and other Technology functions of R&D)
- Building and Delivering Product Roadmap (on-time, in-budget, as per quality and performance norms)
- Technology preparedness for future and leadership: Being ready for future demands emanating from OEM customers, replacement market demands / technology advances like ULRR, EV, Low NVH, low weight etc.
- Operational Efficiency: Project Management and Delivery, Cost Management, Achieving VAVE targets, APDP, QR gate review etc.
- People Development and Bench strength Readiness: Efficient team structure, role and responsibility allocation, developing capabilities of team members, preparing team for future needs in terms of capability and capacity.
- Cross Functional Collaboration: Partner effectively with other functions (Technology functions within R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Customer Service, purchase etc.) to effectively execute PVRD strategy.
Experience
20+ years working with Global organization in Tyre / automobile sector in Engineering / Technology function
Qualifications
Graduate / Postgraduate in Mechanical /Automobile engineering /Rubber Tech
Knowledge (Technical / Functional)
OE & New Product Development, Predevelopment, Process Technology, Vehicle dynamics and Simulation, Tyre Characteristics and Tyre Design
Skills: Desirable
Business acumen, Leadership skills, Coaching and Mentoring, Stakeholder management, Project Management, and International experience
