Assistant / Deputy Manager - Vendor Development: Metal

Exide Energy Solutions Limited (EESL) is one of the fastest growing companies who has vision to solve social issues regarding energy, environment, resource, etc with producing lithium-ion battery products. Exide Energy Solutions Ltd is setting up Indias first Giga plant to manufacture Lithium Ion Cells in Prantij. Exide Energy Solutions Limited is looking for Vendor Development : Metal in the Manufacturing organisation to achieve company's goal at the Prantij, Gujarat Location.

Job Location: Prantij, Gujarat

Roles and Responsibiliites:

• Conduct rigorous supplier audits for stamping, fabrication, laser cutting, and welding processes.
• Define incoming quality standards, dimensional criteria, and sampling plans for all metal components.
• Lead PPAP approval for new tools, dies, fixtures, and components.
• Drive structured problemsolving (8D/CAPA) for defects such as cracks, burrs, distortion, weld errors, and dimensional deviations.
• Monitor supplier performance through PPM, scrap rate, rework %, and capability indices (Cp/Cpk).
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and EV batteryspecific quality expectations
• Build longterm supplier capability in stamping accuracy, fabrication consistency, and welding robustness.
• Lead process capability improvements, tooling optimization, errorproofing (PokaYoke), and defect prevention strategies.
• Guide suppliers on die maintenance, die life improvement, preventive maintenance, and fixture adequacy.
• Support suppliers in implementing Control Plans, PFMEA, process controls, and traceability systems.
• Drive continuous improvement and Lean implementation at supplier sites to reduce waste and improve yield.
• Develop SQD roadmaps, readiness plans, and upgrades for scaling volumes and new programs.
• Participate in supplier selection and technical capability assessment for new components.
• Validate tool/die design, fabrication feasibility, and stamping trial readiness.
• Review prototype samples, FAT/SAT results, and dimensional reports for early detection of issues.
• Ensure all new metal parts meet functional, safety, and durability requirements before SOP.
• Work with Procurement, R&D, Manufacturing, and Engineering to ensure robust supplier onboarding.
• Collaborate with design teams to review DFM/DFA and reduce part complexity or scrap.
• Provide supplier quality insights to leadership on risks, escalations, and improvement priorities.
• Support costreduction and localization projects without compromising quality.

Mandatory Skills:

• Strong knowledge of metal stamping, forming, bending, fabrication, and laser cutting.
• Expertise in progressive, tandem, and transfer die operations.
• Ability to assess tooling design, die maintenance, wear patterns, and die life.
• Deep understanding of sheet metal properties and stamping behavior.
• Strong background in welding (spot, projection, MIG/TIG) and weld quality control.
• Knowledge of surface treatments: powder coating, plating, anodizing, corrosion protection.
• Proficiency in GD&T, CMM, height gauges, profile measurement, and dimensional inspection.
• Handson experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, SPC, Cp/Cpk, 8D, CAPA.
• Ability to analyze defects: cracks, burrs, distortion, dents, weld spatter, undercuts, porosity.
• Strong process validation and supplier audit skills.
• Experience managing supplier metrics: PPM, scrap %, rework %, yield.
• Capability to drive lean improvements, errorproofing, and zerodefect initiatives.
• Strong documentation, reporting, and communication skills.

Thanks,

Surya G.

Team HR.