Localization Manager (Product Development - Kitchen Appliances)

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Role Overview

Localisation Manager

executing localisation initiatives end-to-end

Key Responsibilities

Localisation & Cost Optimisation

• Lead localisation of key components and sub-assemblies to reduce import dependency. 
• Conduct

  engineering and cost feasibility analysis

  with suppliers. 
• Drive

  value engineering initiatives

  to optimise material usage and simplify design. 
• Ensure localised parts comply with

  BIS standards

  and company quality benchmarks. 
• Develop and qualify new suppliers to strengthen the local vendor ecosystem. 
• Track project progress using structured dashboards, ensuring

  on-time delivery

  of localisation initiatives. 
• Coordinate with Product Development, Sourcing, Quality, and Operations to ensure smooth implementation. 

Qualifications & Experience

• B.E./B.Tech in

  Mechanical / Production / Manufacturing Engineering

  . 
• 5–8 years of experience in

  localisation, cost optimisation, or product industrialisation

  (built in kitchen appliances/consumer durables preferred). 
• Strong engineering expertise in

  manufacturing processes, DFM, and value engineering

  . 
• Proven success in driving

  cost reduction and supplier localisation initiatives

  . 
• Familiarity with Chimney & Hob products is a big plus. 
• Knowledge of

  BIS standards

  and quality systems. 
• Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD) 

Key Skills

• Strong

  engineering fundamentals

  with applied manufacturing knowledge. 
• Excellent

  project execution and coordination

  skills. 
• Supplier development, costing, and negotiation expertise. 
• Strong cross-functional collaboration. 
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with focus on

  First-Time-Right delivery

  .