Program Manager - Supply Chain - Motor Vehicle / EV Manufacturing

Leading EV OEM in the commercial vehicle space (backed by marquee global investors) is looking for a Program Manager – Supply Chain to work directly with the Co-founder leading Supply Chain & Manufacturing. This is a high-ownership role driving new product programs across sourcing, engineering, quality, plant and finance.What you'll own:End-to-end NPI supply chain planning — sourcing, tooling, PPAP/APQP, pilot builds, ramp readinessLocalisation roadmap for imported/single-source components, working with R&D & suppliersCost programs — VA/VE, should-cost analysis, design-to-cost, alternate sourcingRisk mapping & dual-sourcing for critical commodities (cells, power electronics, semiconductors, castings)S&OP process, inventory health, working capital, MOQ/lead-time optimizationDashboards & reporting via ERP/MES — program status, supplier scorecards, OTIF trackingCross-functional coordination across R&D, plant ops, quality, finance & salesMust-have:3+ years in Supply Chain, Sourcing, SQD, Planning or Program Management — Automotive/EV/high-mix manufacturingHands-on NPI experience (part sourcing → SOP), including PPAP/APQP & toolingStrong commercial acumen — should-cost, negotiation, supplier contractsAdvanced Excel + ERP data modeling skillsAbility to influence cross-functionally without direct authorityWillingness to travel to plant/supplier sites regularlyB.E./B.Tech (Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical/Production or related)Good to have:EV component exposure — battery packs, motors, controllers, power electronics, wiring harnessNCR/Haryana supplier ecosystem experienceMBA / Lean Six Sigma certificationMES/PLM & demand-planning tools familiarityExperience scaling through a high-growth volume ramp