Hiring: Product Manager – Automotive Manufacturing | OEM | NPD | B2B
Location: Jamnagar, Gujarat (On-site | Travel to Ahmedabad 1–2 times/month)
Experience: 8–10 Years
CTC: Up to ₹13.5 LPA
Industry: Automotive / Manufacturing / Engineering
About The Role
We are hiring a
Product Manager – Automotive Manufacturing with strong expertise in
New Product Development (NPD), OEM Business Development, and B2B manufacturing operations.
This role is ideal for professionals experienced in
automotive components, OEM/Tier 1/Tier 2 supplier management, and industrial manufacturing processes, who can drive
product lifecycle management (PLM) from concept to commercialization.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and manage the end-to-end Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) – from concept, design, development to market launch
- Drive New Product Development (NPD) initiatives aligned with market and OEM requirements
- Collaborate with production to ensure Lean Manufacturing, FIFO implementation, and operational efficiency
- Oversee key manufacturing processes:
- CNC Machining & VMC Operations
- Sliding Head & Precision Machining
- Injection Moulding (Vertical / Horizontal)
- Hydraulic Press Operations
- Welding & Industrial Robotics
- Assembly Line & Pad Printing
- Develop and manage relationships with Automotive OEMs, Tier 1 & Tier 2 suppliers
- Lead OEM Business Development & Key Account Management
- Identify and launch new B2B / B2C product opportunities
- Drive cost optimization, pricing strategy, and commercial negotiations
- Ensure adherence to quality, cost, and delivery (QCD) targets
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams: Production, Quality, R&D, Sales, and Supply Chain
Required Skills & Keywords
- 8–10 years of experience in Automotive Manufacturing / Engineering Industry
- Strong exposure to OEM Sales, OEM Business Development, and Tier 1 / Tier 2 customers
- Hands-on knowledge of CNC, VMC, Moulding, Robotics, Welding, Assembly Processes
- Experience in New Product Development (NPD) & Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
- Strong understanding of B2B Manufacturing Business Models
- Expertise in Costing, BOM, Pricing Strategy & Commercial Negotiations
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and FIFO systems
- Experience in Market Development, Product Strategy & Go-to-Market (GTM)
- Strong stakeholder management & cross-functional leadership skills
Preferred Profile
- Experience with leading automotive component manufacturers / OEM suppliers
- Prior exposure to high-volume manufacturing environments
- Experience in B2C product development is an added advantage
- Hindi communication skills are mandatory
Ideal Candidate
A
techno-commercial Product Manager with a strong blend of
manufacturing expertise, OEM relationship management, and business development skills, capable of scaling products and driving revenue growth in a B2B automotive environment.
Skills: fifo,b2c,management,manufacturing processes,automotive,cnc,manufacturing,oems
