Assistant Manager.

ZF Group

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Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Posted
June 10, 2026

Job Description

Description

What you can look forward to as Commodity Buyer:


 Define and execute commodity strategy for forged and machined components
 Lead RFQ sourcing activities for new business, cost down, and localization
 Negotiate pricing, tooling, capacity, and long-term agreements


Manage supplier QCD performance, Conduct audits, capacity and risk assessments


Drive year-on-year cost reduction initiatives, Support VA/VE and design-to-cost activities
Work with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Finance, and Logistics
Support customer cost reviews, audits, and warranty reduction, Identify single-source and capacity risks, Develop dual sourcing and mitigation plans

Your Profile:


Strong knowledge of forging and machining processes
Understanding of drawings, GD&T, and automotive standards (IATF , AIAG)
Advanced negotiation and stakeholder management skills, Bachelor’s de...