DGM - Supplier Capacity Planning & Expansion (Chakan)

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables Area of Responsibility & Description Supplier Capacity - Monitor competitive and regulatory trends impacting supplier capacity and EV adoption; take proactive actions to safeguard LMM capacity - Identify and resolve capacity constraints through debottlenecking, expansion, and multi-sourcing strategies - Optimize shared supplier capacities across LMM, Auto Division, and Farm Division to protect production volumes - Drive capacity expansion through FTG, tooling, die additions, and process improvements - Lead capacity planning and execution for ECNs, model transitions, and carryover parts post-CDMM handover Execution & Governance - Ensure strong on-ground engagement at supplier locations to drive execution excellence - Deliver supplier capacity expansion projects on time with transparent milestones and accountability - Enable swift, data-driven decision-making through structured reviews and escalations Stakeholder Management - Align with CPPC and SCM teams to integrate supplier capacity with Long-Term Planning (LTP) and forecast requirements - Collaborate closely with SCM, Manufacturing, Quality, CDMM, and SSU to align capacity plans with business demand Team Management - Build, lead, and develop the Capacity Planning & Expansion team - Establish robust ways of working, accountability frameworks, and performance management practices Experience 16+ years of experience Industry Preferred Automotive Qualifications BTech Mandatory with MBA (Preferred) Interview Feedback Overall Feedback Capacity & Resource Planning\" Capacity Planning for New Products. Vendor Management Supplier Management Negotiation Skills. General Requirements Key Skills & Experiences Technical Know-how - Strong understanding of core manufacturing processes (BIW, Paint, DAC, etc.) - Proficiency in time study and capacity assessment techniques - Experience in preparing investment plans for FTG and new setups Behavioral Competencies - Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills - Execution-driven, agile, and data-oriented mindset - Effective collaboration with internal teams and supplier partners - High ownership with quick decision-making and accountability Role Pre-requisites - Willingness to travel and engage closely with supplier operations as per business needs Critical Experience - Proven track record in managing supplier capacity expansion and cross-functional initiatives Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion .