Job Description

Job Purpose

As the Project Manager, you will oversee the development and execution of sourcing strategies to support the Lithium Battery project. Your focus will include identifying and managing suppliers, negotiating supplier agreements, and ensuring supply chain continuity for spare parts, raw materials and components critical to the business. This role is integral to the operational success and cost management of the production, requiring a balance of tactical execution and strategic planning in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and Execute Sourcing Plans: Collaborate with internal teams to design and implement strategic sourcing plans for raw materials and components aligned with the Lithium Batteries production objectives.

Supplier Identification and Selection: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers to build a reliable supply chain network, considering quality, lead time, vendor-managed inventory, compliance, and total cost.

Supplier Relationship Management : Foster and manage relationships with key suppliers, ensuring adherence to agreed terms and driving continuous performance improvement.

Contract Negotiation: Work closely with internal legal and contract teams to negotiate and implement supplier agreements, including managing key contractual issues and escalating challenges as needed.

Global Supply Chain Improvements: Analyze supply chain performance metrics, such as lead times and landed costs, to identify opportunities for improvement and execute corrective actions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders, including procurement, manufacturing, and logistics teams, to align supply chain objectives with business goals.

Supplier Capability Development: Collaborate with suppliers to enhance capabilities and drive innovation, ensuring competitiveness and alignment with long-term business strategies.

Qualifications

Master's degree in engineering

BE with electrical/ mechanical/renewable energy

Additional Business studies is preferred

Fluency in English language

At least 5 years of experience in global sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably in raw materials or direct components.

Proven experience negotiating supplier agreements and managing supplier performance.

Strong leadership and collaboration skills in a cross-functional, global environment.

Excellent communication skills in written, verbal, and presentation formats.

Preferred Qualifications:

Global experience/exposure .

Familiarity energy storage industry.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driving (Preferred)