Job Description Deputy Manager, Buyer – e-Powertrain & Battery

Company: A leading automotive OEM
Location: Chennai
Experience: 10–14 years

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced purchasing skilled to manage sourcing and supplier development for e-Powertrain and EV battery components. The role involves end-to-end purchasing, cost analysis, commercial negotiation and supplier nomination, working closely with Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing teams.

Components Covered

- Traction motors, inverters, Motor Control Units (MCU) and e-axles.
- Onboard Chargers (OBC) and DC-DC converters.
- Battery cells, modules, packs and Battery Management Systems (BMS).
- Cell holders, battery harnesses and related components.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage sourcing from RFQ preparation through supplier nomination and production launch.
- Evaluate supplier quotations, component cost breakdowns, tooling costs and commercial terms.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts and delivery terms.
- Identify, evaluate and develop domestic and global suppliers.
- Drive cost reduction, localization, benchmarking and VA/VE initiatives.
- Coordinate technical feasibility,



component development and APQP/PPAP activities with Engineering and Quality teams.
- Monitor supplier performance across quality, cost, delivery and development.
- Manage purchase orders, price amendments and engineering changes.
- Identify supply risks and develop alternate sourcing plans.

Candidate Requirements

- B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Automobile Engineering or a related discipline.
- 10–14 years of automotive purchasing, strategic sourcing or vendor development experience.
- Direct procurement experience in e-Powertrain and/or EV battery components.
- Strong knowledge of RFQs, component costing, negotiation and supplier selection.
- Experience with automotive OEMs or relevant Tier-1 suppliers.
- Strong analytical, supplier management and stakeholder coordination skills.
- Familiarity with SAP MM or similar procurement systems.

Interested candidates may share their updated CV, notice period and willingness to work in Chennai.

Amor Management Consultants

📌 Buyer E-Powertrain & Battery (Chennai)
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