Simple Energy - Manager/AGM - Strategic Sourcing - Mechanical Components

About Simpleenergy:

Simpleenergy specializes in the manufacture of smart electric two-wheelers. We are a team of 300+ engineers coming together to make smart, supercharging, and affordable two-wheelers. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Bangalore, India.. Our mission is to build the future of mobility that is electric and connected. We at Simple energy are working towards accelerating by making them more accessible, affordable, secure and comfortable and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all..

Job description: Sr. Manager / AGMStrategic Sourcing (Mechanical)

Location: Yelahanka, Bangalore

About The Gig

As a Mechanical Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will architect and execute the sourcing strategy for all mechanical components (chassis, suspension, fastening, castings, forgings, sheet metal, etc.) that power our next-gen electric two-wheelers. In this high-impact role, youll combine deep technical know-how in mechanical systems with world-class supplier management to drive cost, quality, innovation, and speed-to-market.

What You'll Do

- Develop and own the end-to-end sourcing strategy for mechanical components.

- Conduct quarterly category reviews to align cost-reduction, risk-mitigation, and innovation goals.

- Knowledge about Mechanical commodities Manufacturing Process, APQP.

- Map global and domestic supplier landscapes; lead RFI/RFP/RFQ processes.

- Establish qualification protocols, audit plans, and scorecards to ensure supplier capabilities and compliance.

- Drive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) reduction initiativestargeting 810% annual savings.

- Lead high-stakes negotiations on contract terms, volume discounts, and tooling investments.

- ZBC/Should Cost

- Drive Cost reduction initiatives.

Vendor Management:

- Supplier Identification, Selection and Approval

- Supplier Audit for Qualifying the supplier

- Develop and manage relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality components.

- Identifying Improvement plan along with supplier to meet SEPL requirement

- Maintain SRM

- QBRs with supplier based on parameters

Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Partner with NPD, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering to balance design for cost, manufacturability, and performance.

- Fast-track prototype tool builds, pilot runs, and scale-up sourcing for high-volume launches.

Risk & Quality Assurance

- Implement supplier risk assessments (financial, geo-political, capacity) and develop mitigation plans.

- Set and monitor quality KPIs (PPM, defect trends, on-time delivery) with continuous improvement roadmaps.

Innovation & Sustainability

- Scout for advanced materials, manufacturing technologies (e.g., high-pressure die casting, additive manufacturing) to drive product differentiation.

- Champion sustainabilityevaluate suppliers on carbon footprint, circularity, and compliance with global environmental standards.

What You Bring

- 1525 years of end-to-end strategic sourcing experience in Tier-1 Automotive, EV, or Heavy Machinery sectors.

- Deep expertise in mechanical component technologiesmetal forming, castings, forgings, sheet metal fabrication, machining.

- Strong commercial acumen: adept at building cost models, negotiating multi-year contracts, and managing tooling investments.

- Hands-on experience with ERP/SAP procurement modules and supplier-performance management systems.

- Strategic Thinking: Translate business goals into category roadmaps and sourcing playbooks.

- Data-Driven Decision-Making: Leverage cost-benchmarking, should-cost analyses, and spend analytics.

- Leadership & Collaboration: Inspire cross-functional teams and influence C-suite stakeholders.

- Communication: Articulate complex technical and commercial concepts clearlyboth verbally and in writing.

- Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced startup environment; pivot quickly as product roadmaps evolve.

Why Simple Energy?

- Be part of Indias fast-growing EV revolution.

- Work with a passionate team committed to sustainability and innovation.

- Opportunity to shape the brand identity of a leading EV startup.

Skills: new product development,vendor management,leadership,mechanical engineering,strategic sourcing,sustainability,risk assessment,contract negotiation,components,cost management,quality assurance,management,erp/sap procurement,data-driven decision making,cross-functional collaboration,sourcing,supplier management.