Project Manager & Business Development ESP India Seals

Mysore - India

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About SKF

SKF started its operations in India in 1923. Today SKF provides industry leading automotive and industrial engineered solutions through its five technology-centric platforms: bearings and units seals mechatronics lubrication solutions and services. Over the years the company has evolved from being a pioneer ball bearing manufacturing company to a knowledge-driven engineering company helping customers achieve sustainable and competitive business excellence.

SKFs solutions provide sustainable ways for companies across the automotive and industrial sectors to achieve breakthroughs in friction reduction energy efficiency and equipment longevity and reliability. With a strong commitment to research-based innovation SKF India offers customized value-added solutions that integrate all its five technology platforms.

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SKF Purpose Statement

Together we re-imagine rotation for a better tomorrow.

By creating intelligent and clean solutions for people and the planet

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Project Manager & Business Development ESP India

Reports To: Head Seals

Role Type: Individual Contribution

Location: Mysore

Purpose of Role

Lead and manage projects related to the development of suppliers new products new processes and product approvals for externally sourced products ensuring alignment with SKFs quality cost and delivery standards.

Job Responsibilities

Supplier Development

Identify evaluate and onboard new suppliers aligned with strategic sourcing goals.
Conduct supplier capability assessments and audits to ensure compliance with SKF standards.
Collaborate with suppliers to improve quality cost and delivery performance.
Establish long-term partnerships with strategic suppliers.

New Product Development

Manage end-to-end development of externally sourced products from concept to launch.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams (engineering sourcing quality logistics) to ensure timely execution.
Define product specifications and ensure alignment with customer and market needs.
Monitor project milestones budgets and risks.

Process Development

Support suppliers in developing or improving manufacturing processes for new products.
Ensure process capability repeatability and scalability for production.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in supplier operations.

Product Approvals & Compliance

Lead product validation testing and approval processes in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with SKF standards industry regulations and customer requirements.
Maintain documentation for product approvals certifications and audits.

Warehouse & Packaging Development

Develop and implement optimized packaging solutions for externally sourced products ensuring protection cost-efficiency and sustainability.
Collaborate with suppliers and logistics teams to design warehouse layouts and material handling processes that support lean operations.
Ensure packaging and warehousing practices comply with SKFs branding safety and environmental standards.
Support digitalization and traceability initiatives in warehouse and packaging operations.

Project Management

Develop and maintain detailed project plans timelines and status reports.
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure alignment.
Escalate issues proactively and drive resolution to keep projects on track

Metrics

Supplier onboarding and qualification rate
New product launch success rate
Project delivery on time and within budget
Product approval cycle time
Packaging cost optimization
Warehouse efficiency and space utilization
Supplier performance improvement (QCD metrics)

Competencies

Strong project management skills (PMP or equivalent preferred)
Technical knowledge of industrial products packaging and warehousing
Supplier development and sourcing experience
Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Candidate Profile:

510 years in supplier development product engineering packaging or project management in an industrial setting
Travel: Willingness to travel to supplier locations and manufacturing sites (3040%)

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About SKFSKF started its operations in India in 1923. Today SKF provides industry leading automotive and industrial engineered solutions through its five technology-centric platforms: bearings and units seals mechatronics lubrication solutions and services. Over the years the company has evolved fro...