Sourcing Manager - Lithium Battery/ EV (Startup)

About the Role: We are looking for a Sourcing and Procurement

Manager for Lithium Battery Manufacturing with strong expertise in raw material sourcing, vendor management, and supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute sourcing strategies to procure raw materials used in Lithium battery pack fabrication. Develop and maintain relationships with domestic and international vendors for cell supply, metal fabrication, and electronic components. Negotiate pricing, lead times, and payment terms to ensure cost-effective sourcing. Evaluate vendor performance regularly for quality, reliability, and compliance. Manage imports including cell supply chain and semiconductors. Handle customs clearance, HSN classification, BOE filing, and coordination with freight forwarders and CHA (Custom House Agents). Ensure compliance with DGFT, EXIM, and other import/export regulations. Maintain accurate documentation for international logistics, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin. Implement and maintain inventory management software/tools to track materials, reorders, and movement. Align procurement timelines with project schedules and production milestones. Support new product introduction (NPI) by sourcing materials and parts during prototyping and scaling phases. Develop and maintain risk mitigation plans to ensure a stable and reliable supply chain for critical battery components.

Good to have: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering Prior 5 years in procurement/supply chain roles within the EV, or battery manufacturing sector. Proven experience in import/export, FTAs, GST implications and customs documentation. Strong understanding of battery component supply chains, including cells, busbars, connectors, housings, and semiconductors. Knowledge of metal fabrication processes (CNC, laser cutting, bending, and surface finishing). Excellent vendor negotiation, communication, and analytical skills. Experience implementing or working with ERP/inventory management systems. Strong understanding of incoterms, freight forwarding, and international logistics. Familiarity with cost control, supply risk mitigation, and supplier quality management. Ability to manage multi-vendor ecosystems and drive cost and delivery optimization. Exposure to semiconductor component procurement for EV battery BMS and control systems.