Supplier Manager

Aptiv · Bengaluru East

  • Experience8–12 yrs
  • SalaryNot disclosed
  • Work modeonsite
  • Posted30 Sept 2026

About Aptiv

Aptiv is hiring in Bengaluru East in automotive mobility. This role looks for around 8+ years of experience.

Skills

  • supplier management
  • RFQ processes
  • supplier selection
  • sourcing process
  • procure to pay processes
  • contract management
  • embedded software sourcing
  • software quality
  • supplier performance management

The role

A procurement manager at an automotive mobility company sources and governs software suppliers through supplier management, RFQ processes, and contract management, while improving supplier performance and delivery. The role also applies embedded software sourcing and procure to pay processes.

Full job description

Help shape the future of mobility.

Imagine a world with zero vehicle accidents, zero vehicle emissions, and wireless vehicle connectivity all around us. Every day, we move closer to making that world a reality. Aptiv’s passionate team of engineers and developers creates advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions and data connectivity solutions so that automakers can bring advanced capabilities to more people around the globe. This is how we enable sustainable mobility and help to prevent accidents caused by human error.

Your Role

Key Responsibilities

Own and Lead the Supplier management (implement ACQ.4) for the assigned productsEvaluate vendor capabilities, technologies, and service offerings. Create and manage RFQ (Request for quote) processesResponsible for identifying, selecting, and managing suppliers to develop reliable and safe softwareMaintain comprehensive contract (SOW) documentation to include negotiating favorable terms with SOW vendors, including scope, pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedulesSupport Project team in coordinating the delivery of software from SOW teams, in accordance with Aptiv’s quality expectations while ensuring timely and efficient deliveryEstablish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for suppliers and rack software quality, reliability, and performance metricsAnalyzing data, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing strategies to improve SOW team performanceResponsible for addressing issues with SOW teams, such as delays, or quality problemsProvide regular updates to leadership on supplier performanceMonitors to ensure the Request For Quote (RFQ) schedule and budget is met

Your Background

Key ingredients for succeeding in this role are your:

B.E. / B. Tech / M.E. / M. Tech in any specialization with an experience of 8 -12 year’s experienceBachelor’s degree in engineering discipline Electronics/Computer science/Mechanical or related fieldMaster’s degree in Operations Management is added advantage Minimum 8+ years’ Experience in Handling supplier, additional advantage if handled Embedded SW suppliersShould have experience in sourcing process, Rfq process, Supplier selection process and P2P ProcessPossesses good communication skills Able to cultivate strong relationships within APTIV across all engineering and program management

Why join us?

You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

Flexible working hours;Higher Education Opportunities (UDACITY, UDEMY, COURSERA are available for your continuous growth and development);Life and accident insurance;Sodexo cards for food and beverages;Well Being Program that includes regular workshops and networking events;EAP Employee Assistance;Access to fitness clubs (T&C apply);Creche facility for working parents;

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!

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