Engineer

Job Description

Job Description Function ISCM - NPD Reporting to Manager -NPD Business Watches-Hosur Job Details Execution of New Product Development from Input receipt to deposition within the given timelines Preparation of NP Calendar based on inputs from Brand Team, Innovation & strategic priorities. SKU level product-mix workout for NP budgeting. Understanding the complexity of the NP development and working out the appropriate timeline for the project. Tracking and monitoring of NP development status at Design/Development/Delivery stages. Understanding the manufacturing process and precise cost workout Sample development with both INH and Bought out Sources. Creation of Variant wise proto. Watch level cost sheet preparation. Preparation of Sample feedback reports and sharing to Supply Agencies and Vendors. Creation of Error free material master and watch bill of material on SAP. Ensuring On-time Planned Order Loading of NPs to meet the schedule as per NP calendar Organizing for Sample Submission, Approval & Watch level Pilot Assembly Follow up with Supply agencies (Case Plant, SS-Case Plant, Sourcing, Vendors & QC) and Watch Assembly to ensure on-time delivery of NP’s Preparation of Product certification and handing over note. Adherence to all the digital initiatives of the function. Collaborating with various development partners across the NP value chain including internal Stakeholders, Vendor partners within India and overseas. 3. Escalation and resolving of technical issues pertaining to the product in cop-ordination with Supply agencies, Designs & QC Team. External Interfaces Internal Interfaces Vendor partners – both Indigenous & Overseas Product Marketing Group – Titan, IBD, CBG Design Excellence Centre Watches ISCM team Job Requirements Education Diploma / BE Mechanical Engg. Relevant Experience 1 to 2 years of experience in Product Development Behavioural Skills Willingness to stretch and work. Good Communication & Inter personal skill High level of professionalism, integrity and commitment Flexibility and change management Ability to analyse complex data, impart for improvement Professional Email writing Systematic working Knowledge Project management. Basic Knowledge on GD&T Deeper understanding of Technical drawings Usage of measuring instruments & Inspection of components Manufacturing process understanding Horological Materials understanding Quality concepts Softwares: MS office – Excel & Power Point, SAP, Coral draw, Adobe Illustrator Product/Process knowledge. Analytical Skills Kaizen and Six Sigma knowledge Fundamentals of Watch Reliability standards & Testing, Knowledge on Auto CAD / Pro-e would be an added advantage Expected Process Contributions Expected Process Contribution Process Outcome Performance Measure Planning & Product Development Execution of new product development from Input receipt to deposition within the given timelines Understanding the complexity of the NP development and working out the appropriate timeline for the project. Tracking and monitoring of NP development status at Design/Development/Delivery stages. Understanding the manufacturing process and precise cost workout Creation of Error free material master and watch bill of material on SAP. Product certification and handing over Collaborating with various development partners across the NP value chain including internal Stakeholders, Vendor partners within India and overseas. 3. Carrying out root cause analysis, trouble shooting, CAPA for continuous improvement. 1. On time delivery of NP New Product schedule On time product development/ approval Costing of NP MM and BOM creation in SAP New product Repeat indents. 2. Product/ Process Knowledge & FTA of NP 3. CAPA 4. On-time Product certification & handing over to Central Planning team 1. NP delivery Alignment Precise Timeline workout Adherence to timelines Error free cost workout with 95% accuracy. Error free Material master & BOM On time completion of Product certification & Handing over 2. On time hassle free completion of development activities 3. 100% adherence to the digital initiatives implemented in the function 4. Number of Kaizens & SGAs People Management & Self Development 1. Identify training needs for self, based on the role expectation 2. Monitor and review the performance parameters of self and seek feedback on performance improvement. 3. Look for exposure and growth opportunities to take higher responsibilities. 4. Ensure attending training as per schedule and ensuring the training effectiveness on the job 5. Explore technology, new software and training for knowledge enhancement/ process improvements. 6. Seek cross functional exposure for enhancing multiskilling. 1. Enhanced self-learning and experience 2. Capability building and knowledge enhancement 3. Personal development 1. Additional responsibilities/ department initiatives 2. Skill set enhancement 3. Knowledge sharing sessions Role & responsibilities Preferred candidate profile