Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager

Role Purpose:

Drive execution of supplier-driven VAVE programs, ensuring delivery of validated, implementable cost reduction initiatives with savings aligned with client objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead end-to-end VAVE program execution across assigned suppliers.

· Manage supplier engagement, readiness, and alignment.

· Coordinate with Program Manager, client stakeholders, supplier stakeholders, consultants & SMEs.

· Ensure data readiness (BOM, cost drivers, process details)

· Plan and execute VAVE workshops at supplier facilities.

· Drive tracking of idea funnel, savings, and implementation.

· Manage risks, dependencies, and escalations.

· Deliver program reports, dashboards, and executive summaries.

· Support commercial validation and savings realization.

· Ensure adherence to governance cadence and KPIs.

Required Skills:

· Strong program/project management (multi-stakeholder environment)

· Experience in manufacturing / should costing / VAVE programs.

· Stakeholder management across client, supplier, should cost & VAVE team.

· Strong data handling - BOM, costing, analytics

· Excellent communication and facilitation skills

Experience:

· 10 years in program management / manufacturing engineering

· Experience of collaborating with global clients and suppliers.

· Exposure to cost reduction / Transformation programs preferred.