Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Battery & Component Sourcing • Battery Lifecycle Management: Source Lithium-ion cells (LFP, NMC) and battery pack components, ensuring alignment with 2026s focus on recyclability and low-cobalt chemistries. • Supplier Scouting: Identify and onboard global and local vendors for motors, controllers, and power electronics, prioritizing "Gigafactory" partners. • Vendor Development: Conduct technical audits and manage the APQP/PPAP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) process to ensure suppliers meet automotive-grade safety standards. 2. Procurement & Contract Management • Negotiation: Drive multi-year contract negotiations to hedge against raw material price volatility (Lithium, Nickel, Graphite). • Cost Optimization: Implement Should-Costing and Total Landed Cost (TLC) analysis to identify savings without compromising vehicle range or safety. • Import/Export: Manage international logistics, including INCOTERMS, customs documentation, and HS code compliance for imported cells. 3. Supply Chain Resilience & Technology • AI-Driven Planning: Utilize ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and predictive analytics to forecast demand and prevent "line-down" situations. • Risk Mitigation: Maintain a "Dual-Sourcing" strategy for critical components to protect the company from geopolitical disruptions. • Inventory Control: Coordinate with the warehouse to maintain optimal safety stock levels of high-value battery modules. 4. Sustainability & Compliance • Green Procurement: Ensure all battery suppliers comply with 2026 sustainability mandates and carbon footprint reporting. • Regulatory Alignment: Stay updated on EV subsidies, PLI schemes (if applicable), and battery safety standards (e.g., AIS 156, UN 38.3).

Strategic Battery & Component Sourcing