About Us:
Exide Energy Solutions Ltd is an advanced energy storage company focused on the design, development, and manufacturing of lithium-based battery cells for electric mobility and stationary energy storage applications. The company is building indigenous cell manufacturing capabilities in Bangalore, India,

With a strong emphasis on technology localization, supply chain resilience, and cost competitiveness, Exide Energy Solutions Ltd is investing in materials R&D;, supplier ecosystem development, and gigafactory-scale manufacturing. The organization aims to deliver high-performance, protected, and sustainable battery solutions while reducing import dependency and accelerating India’s transition to clean energy.

Role Purpose:
Lead end-to-end lithium battery materials strategy, including material development, localization, laboratory capability building, supplier ecosystem creation, and scale-up to enable high-performance, cost-effective, and sustainable battery manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:
India-Focused Material Localization Strategy (Supplier Ecosystem)
Strategic Ownership




Own and execute India-focused material localization strategy aligned with:
ACC Battery PLI Scheme
Make in India
Cost, supply security, and ESG targets
Ensure localization milestones are mapped to PLI incentive eligibility timelines.
Work closely with Procurement, Finance, Legal, and Project management teams to:
Define localized value addition % for cathode, anode, electrolyte, separator, and additives.
Support PLI documentation, audits, and technical justifications.
Track localization progress vs committed PLI milestones.
Translate PLI guidelines into actionable material roadmaps.
Supplier Qualification & Risk Management
Lead APQP, PPAP, and proto/pilot cell validation for localized materials.
Define sourcing strategies to reduce geopolitical and supply risks.
Manage IP protection, NDA frameworks, and technology transfer safeguards.

1. Materials Development & Qualification
Lead developm

📌 Materials Development (Bengaluru)
🏢 Exide Energy Solutions
📍 Bengaluru