Component Strategy & Engineering Data Manager

About us

Originating from Vietnam VinFast is committed to the vision of becoming a global smart EV brand. VinFast has laid the foundation for the electric car and motorbike industry in Vietnam while passionately promoting the worldwide EV revolution.

With its Customer-First philosophy VinFast relentlessly innovates and converges intellectual fundamentals in creating best-in-class products with the most affordable prices and outstanding after-sales addition VinFast provides everybody with the opportunity to use smart EVs while contributing to the creation of a smart green and sustainable future

• Responsible for managing product engineering data component portfolios and component strategies across vehicle programs.
  
• Ensure the accuracy completeness and consistency of engineering data within PLM/Teamcenter systems.
  
• Optimize BOM cost develop domestic and global supplier ecosystems increase localization levels and establish a sustainable supply chain.
  
• Ensure engineering data component portfolios and supplier ecosystems support product development requirements production plans and cost targets for vehicle programs.
  
• Support vehicle programs in achieving Quality Cost and Delivery (QCD) objectives
  

1. Engineering Data Management

• Manage EBOM product configurations ECR/ECN processes and engineering data throughout the product development lifecycle.
  
• Control engineering data freeze milestones including PTO PP LS and SOP.
  
• Manage component libraries functional libraries and shared engineering data.
  
• Coordinate data integration between Teamcenter SAP MES and other enterprise systems.
  
• Ensure engineering data quality minimizing duplicate and obsolete data.
  

2. Component Strategy & Supply Chain Management

• Develop sourcing strategies for component categories including:
  
  • Electronics
    
  • PCB/PCBA
    
  • ECUs
    
  • Wiring harnesses
    
  • Mechanical components
    
  • Stamped cast and machined metal parts
    
  • Plastic components
    
  • Integrated modules
    
• Identify evaluate select and develop domestic and international suppliers.
  
• Build supply chain capabilities and drive localization and supplier diversification strategies.
  
• Lead technical and commercial negotiations with strategic suppliers.
  
• Participate in product planning supply chain planning and long-term supplier ecosystem development.
  
• Drive BOM cost optimization value engineering and product cost reduction initiatives.
  
• Collaborate with Procurement Supply Chain Manufacturing and Production Planning teams to ensure program volume targets are achieved.
  
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with short- mid- and long-term production plans.
  
• Monitor supplier capacity and proactively identify and mitigate supply risks affecting production schedules.
  
• Lead localization dual-sourcing and cost-reduction initiatives to achieve product cost targets.
  
• Manage and drive component cost optimization programs to ensure BOM cost and vehicle cost objectives are met.
  
• Work closely with Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams to support production plans and vehicle program cost targets.
  

3. Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Build and develop the Component Management and Engineering Data Management team.
  
• Establish KPIs operational processes and engineering standards.
  
• Coach and develop team capabilities.
  
• Promote a data-driven culture and continuous improvement mindset.
  

Requirements

Education

• Bachelors degree or above in Engineering Industrial Management Manufacturing Supply Chain or related fields.
  
• Electronics/Electrical Engineering background is preferred but not mandatory.
  

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in product development component management engineering data management supply chain management or supplier development.
  
• Minimum 5 years of people management experience.
  
• Strong experience with Teamcenter/PLM EBOM ECR/ECN and Product Configuration Management is highly preferred.
  
• Experience in supplier development supplier management and supplier capability building.
  
• Experience in component strategy planning supply chain planning and supply risk management.
  

Technical Knowledge

• Good understanding of APQP PPAP IATF 16949 and automotive product development processes.
  
• Strong knowledge of engineering data management component lifecycle management and BOM structures.
  
• Understanding of localization strategies supplier ecosystem development and cost optimization methodologies.
  

Skills

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
  
• Excellent project management and cross-functional coordination skills.
  
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
  
• Strategic thinking with a strong business and supply chain mindset.
  

Languages

• Fluent English for communication negotiations and international collaboration.
  
• Fluent Mandarin Chinese for communication negotiations and collaboration with Chinese suppliers and partners.
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary
  
• Premium healthcare package including PVI insurance & annual health check-up
  
• 13th-month salary & performance bonuses to reward your contributions
  
• Enjoy preferential pricing for services within the Vingroup ecosystem including Vinmec Vinpearl and Vinschool...
  
• Opportunity to collaborate with and learn from industry-leading professionals in the automotive domain.