Job Title: Project Manager Role Purpose: Drive execution of supplier-driven VAVE programs, ensuring delivery of validated, implementable cost reduction initiatives with savings aligned with client objectives. Key Responsibilities: · Lead end-to-end VAVE program execution across assigned suppliers. · Manage supplier engagement, readiness, and alignment. · Coordinate with Program Manager, client stakeholders, supplier stakeholders, consultants & SMEs. · Ensure data readiness (BOM, cost drivers, process details) · Plan and execute VAVE workshops at supplier facilities. · Drive tracking of idea funnel, savings, and implementation. · Manage risks, dependencies, and escalations. · Deliver program reports, dashboards, and executive summaries. · Support commercial validation and savings realization. · Ensure adherence to governance cadence and KPIs. Required Skills: · Strong program/project management (multi-stakeholder environment) · Experience in manufacturing / should costing / VAVE programs. · Stakeholder management across client, supplier, should cost & VAVE team. · Strong data handling • BOM, costing, analytics · Excellent communication and facilitation skills Experience: · 10 years in program management / manufacturing engineering · Experience of collaborating with global clients and suppliers. · Exposure to cost reduction / Transformation programs preferred.