Product Manager Automotive Aftermarket (Deputy Manager) - PC suspension

About

In India, Bosch is a leading supplier of technology and services in the areas of Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. Additionally, Bosch has in India the largest development center outside Germany, for end‑to‑end engineering and technology solutions. The Bosch Group operates in India through twelve companies: Bosch Limited – the flagship company of the Bosch Group in India – Bosch Chassis Systems India Private Limited, Bosch Rexroth (India) Private Limited, Bosch Global Software Technologies, Bosch Automotive Electronics India Private Limited, Bosch Electrical Drives India Private Limited, BSH Home Appliances Private Limited, ETAS Automotive India Private Limited, Robert Bosch Automotive Steering Private Limited, Automobility Services and Solutions Private Limited, Newtech Filter India Private Limited and Mivin Engg.Technologies Private Limited.

In India, Bosch set‑up its manufacturing operation in 1951, which has grown over the years to include 16 manufacturing sites, and seven development and application centers. The Bosch Group in India employs over 30,500 associates and generated consolidated sales of about Rs. 26,827 crores (3.1 billion euros) in fiscal year 2021‑22 of which Rs. 24,406 crores (2.8 billion euros) are from consolidated sales to third parties. Bosch Limited is the flagship company of the Bosch Group. It earned revenue of over Rs. 11,782 crores (1.39 billion euros) in fiscal year 2021‑22.

Additional information can be accessed at www.bosch.in

Job Description

• Product management for externally sourced passenger cars suspension components (control arms, tie rods, shock absorbers)
• Design and create technical specification/requirement for suspension systems aligned with Bosch Global team
• Competitor product & packaging benchmark study
• Assist in evaluation and development of suppliers, product processes and test reports
• Implement short‑term & long‑term marketing strategy for suspension systems
• Create a robust portfolio based on vehicle population and business potential study
• Plan/implement activities according to product release timeline/key milestones. PLCM management along with profitability
• Lead product development – first point of contact for cross‑functional requests

Qualifications

• B.E/ B.Tech (Mechanical) with minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in product development or R&D in suspension system
• Good knowledge of product (suspension) relevant standards for India
• Good knowledge on various quality standards. Knowledge of DFMEA and PFMEA
• Proficient in communication and presentation skills
• Knowledge of Indian aftermarket for suspension parts

Additional Information

• Master’s degree connected to suspensions or MBA Marketing
• Knowledge of VDA6.3 or IATF16949
• Knowledge of 8D problem‑solving methodology
• Preferable know‑how of HCV & 2W suspensions
• Willingness to travel
• Experience of working in CFT
• Proficient in communication and presentation skills