Li-Ion Battery Program Manager

About Exide-

Exide Energy Solutions Limited is a wholly owned Subsidiary of Exide Industries Limited, leading battery manufacturing, and distribution company in India with annual revenues of $1.8+ Bn. Exide Energy Solutions Limited is investing $500+ Mn dollars to setup India’s first Giga plant to manufacture Lithium-Ion Cells at Devanahalli Industrial Area in Bengaluru. Exide Energy designs, develops, and manufactures Lithium Ion Cells and Battery Pack solutions for various energy storage. Exide Energy is a leading player in the market with OEM customers across key market applications – 2W, 3W, 4W, CV and industrial applications. Exide is also deeply invested in further developing li-ion technology with significant R&D investments including setup of in-house team as well as necessary lab infrastructure to support development activities.

Objective-

As a Section Head of Program Management in the Li-Ion Battery Pack Business, he will lead a dynamic team responsible for coordinating and managing end-to-end programs related to the development and delivery of Li-Ion battery packs.

His role will involve strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring the successful execution of programs from initiation to completion.

Experience-

12+Yrs in Programme Management and complete Product Lifecycles (Tier 1 OEM or Supplier)

Roles and Responsibility-

Program Leadership :

Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Li-Ion Battery Pack Program Management team.

Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of programs within defined timelines and budgets.

Cross-Functional Collaboration :

Foster effective communication and collaboration among different departments, including Product Management, R&D, Sales, and Operations, to ensure program success.

Act as a liaison between various teams to streamline workflows and achieve program objectives.

Strategic Planning :

Develop comprehensive program plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, aligning with organizational goals.

Contribute to the formulation and execution of the overall business strategy for the Li-Ion battery pack business.

Risk Management :

Identify potential risks associated with program delivery and develop proactive mitigation strategies.

Monitor and assess risks throughout the program lifecycle, ensuring timely resolution.

Customer Interaction :

Engage with customers to understand their requirements, provide updates on program status, and address any concerns.

Collaborate with the Sales team to align customer expectations with program deliverables.

Team Leadership :

Lead and mentor a high-performing Program Management team, providing guidance and support.

Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture, encouraging continuous improvement.

Quality Assurance :

Reinforce PDP process & ensure that program deliverables meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Budget Management :

Oversee program budgets, ensuring effective allocation of resources and adherence to financial plans.

Collaborate with the finance team to optimize budget utilization.

Reporting and Documentation :

Maintain detailed program documentation, including progress reports, status updates, and issue resolution records.

Provide regular updates to executive leadership on program status, challenges, and successes.

Mandatory Skills-

• Proven experience in program management, preferably in the Li-Ion battery pack or related industry.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with a track record of successful program deliveries.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across teams and with customers.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to align program objectives with overall business strategy.
• Knowledge of battery pack development processes, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Comprehensive understanding of the manufacturing processes involved in producing battery packs

Desired Skills-