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We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.\nThe key responsibilities of this position are:\nMust possess knowledge of various polymerics manufacturing processes like Injection Molding, Rubber Molding, Roto Molding. Also Sheet plastics and Fibre Reinforced plastics manufacturing process knowledge is added advantage.\nMust have detailed understanding of variety of materials used for engineering products like plastics, rubbers and FRP/GRP grades.\n· Analyzing elements of Product Cost Structure including Material cost, process costs, direct labor, bill of materials, overhead, SG&A, Profit\n· Understanding of commodity global Market trends & historical datasets for polymerics category\n· Costing Systems & global database maintenance: Time to time updating of process parameters such as Raw material prices, Machine hour rates, Labor rates, Cost Trends, Freight & Taxes\n· Uses best industry techniques and practices to establish fact based pricing positions, best value determinations and economic sourcing strategies.\n· Supporting global category and commodity managers in deriving negotiation strategies & actual price negotiations\nActively support New product program via providing should cost information for meeting target cost & monitoring the commercial gap closure with buyers.\n· Lead VAVE, teardown and benchmarking projects using directional and other costing methodologies. Analyze the design features & suggest design change or ideas for cost reduction.\n· Developing high level estimates for tooling and negotiation with tooling vendor.\n· Areas of expertise include understanding of design & drawings, GD&T, various manufacturing process, tools and their process parameters, cost drivers, Process capabilities & fact based negotiation techniques.\n· Plan and facilitate design reviews and workshop; working within cross-functional teams. Exert a shaping influence & drive project execution\n· Complete project assignments per established schedules.\n· Pro-E/Creo knowledge a plus\nImportant Stakeholders/Key Interactions\nGlobal Commodity Managers\nNew Product development/ R&D Leaders\nGlobal Suppliers .\nDescribe the Person\nMinimum professional and educational background desired (include years of experience).\n· 4-Year bachelor’s degree preferably in Mechanical Engineering/Production Engineering/Plastic Engineering/equivalent\n· 7 to 10 years’ experience in supply chain, Manufacturing Process Plan and Execution methodologies in polymerics commodity\nOR\n· 4-Year bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering/Production Engineering/Plastic Engineering/equivalent\n· 2-Year Master Degree in Plastic Engineering/Mechanical engineering/Production Engineering\n· 5 to 7 years’ experience in supply chain, Manufacturing Process Plan and Execution methodologies in casting, machining, fabrication or polymerics commodities\n· Key technical skills and knowledge.\nKnowledge of various manufacturing process like Injection Molding, Rubber Molding, Roto Molding etc.\nAbility to identify material used, manufacturing process, etc.\nCosting analysis or design-to-cost experience a plus\n· Global insights of commercial database for major manufacturing processes\nProblem-solving and data analytical skills.\nCost Gap Analysis (Supplier quote vs should cost) and capable of handling supplier negotiations.\nKnowledge of international & industry standards.\nComponent development as per PPAP/APQP\nProficiency in Creo a plus\nProject / Program Management skills\nValue Engineering Certification (SAVE) a plus\nCosting analysis or design-to-cost experience\nInterpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively manage tasks/prioritie.\nEffective communication in English is must.\nMicrosoft office package - Excel and PowerPoint. - Experienced user.\n(1) Include the competencies identified for the position that differentiate superior performance.\n· Well organized, goal oriented & self-motivated\n· Excellent Leadership skills\n(2) Job fit highlight:\nPhysical Demands\nOffice environment\nTeardown the product and moving small part/equipment\nWork Environment\nStandard weekly job hours: 40 hours\nOpportunity to work with international people.\nCapable of working with cross functional teams\nAdaptability to work with different work culture, time zones\nOpportunity to be a part of a new team and building up the function\nJoin the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. 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