Assistant Manager - Proposal and cost estimation

As an Assistant Manager - Proposal and Estimation at our Chennai office, your role will involve developing and implementing cost-effective proposals and estimates for our Auto Component business. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, conduct market research, analyze competitor pricing, and optimize cost structures to reduce costs without compromising quality. Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, providing input on marketing strategy, and business planning will also be part of your responsibilities. **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop and implement cost-effective proposals and estimates for our Auto Component business - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and develop comprehensive proposals - Conduct market research and analyze competitor pricing to inform proposal development - Optimize cost structures and develop strategies to reduce costs without compromising quality - Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers and suppliers - Provide input on marketing strategy and business planning to drive business growth **Qualifications Required:** - 10-15 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the Auto Component industry - Strong background in Costing, Capacity Planning, Marketing Strategy & Business Planning, Engineering, Cost Optimization, Pricing, and Proposal development - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex data and develop effective solutions - Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines This role requires a Bachelor's Degree and proficiency in key skills such as Auto Component, Capacity Planning, Cost Estimation, Cost Optimization, Costing, Engineering, Marketing Strategy & Business Planning, Pricing, and Proposal development. If you are looking to contribute to a dynamic team in the Automotive/Ancillaries industry and possess the required skills and experience, we welcome your application for this Full Time, Permanent position. Please note the Job Code: GO/JC/1394/2025 and reach out to Recruiter Priya Srinivasan for any further details.,