Assistant Manager
Core
Managing new pattern and casting development, supplier coordination, and cost optimization for manufacturing processes.
Role type
Assistant Manager, Manufacturing Supply Chain
Builds
New casting patterns, trial orders, and machined components
Domain
Manufacturing / Foundry / Machining
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Pattern development, supplier negotiation, cost reduction planning, schedule monitoring, subcontract commercial rate finalization, new source identification
Preferred skills
First sample approval management, price increase/reduction strategy, quality improvement planning
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Coordinate with foundries for pattern layout, develop patterns and ensure first sample approval, release trial orders and procure samples, finalize subcontract commercial rates, negotiate prices for new and existing items, monitor supplier adherence to schedules, identify and develop new machining sources, plan actions to reduce cost and improve quality/delivery
Seniority
Assistant Manager, operational execution