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Sourcing Manager- Frame and Structural

Sourcing Manager- Frame and Structural

ZenoDelhi, India
5 days ago
Job description

Zeno is seeking a Supply Chain Manager – Frame & Structural to lead the sourcing, procurement, and vendor development of critical structural components, including chassis, frames, and other load-bearing elements of our electric two-wheelers.

Location :

Bengaluru – Work from Office (5 days a week)

Start Date : Immediate

About Zeno

An unprecedented energy transition has begun. To meet 2040 net zero goals, over 2 billion electric two-wheelers (motorcycles) must be sold and $11 trillion in fuel consumption replaced. Zeno is building a tech platform to electrify this two-wheeler market, currently responsible for more than 4% of the world’s GHG emissions. Our mission is to accelerate the energy transition and democratize the benefits across Africa, India, and Latin America. With a focus on East Africa as a starting point, Zeno is building a new energy ecosystem with ground-up development of a fundamentally better electric motorcycle and associated battery swap network to drive a better experience for our customers.

The Role

Zeno is seeking a Supply Chain Manager – Frame & Structural to lead the sourcing, procurement, and vendor development of critical structural components, including chassis, frames, and other load-bearing elements of our electric two-wheelers. This role is central to ensuring supplier quality, cost competitiveness, and timely delivery while building a robust global supply chain for our manufacturing operations.

What You’ll Do

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for frames, subframes, and structural metal components to support Zeno’s vehicle production.

Strategic Sourcing :

Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers for frame, chassis, and other structural components.

Supplier Management :

Build strong supplier partnerships, negotiate contracts, and ensure long-term reliability and competitiveness.

Negotiate pricing and delivery schedules to optimize cost, lead times, and supply reliability.

Identify and manage relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers specializing in forging, casting, welding, and precision machining.

Work closely with engineering teams to ensure supplier capabilities align with design specifications, quality standards, and performance requirements.

Cost Optimization :

Drive cost reductions through Should cost analysis, strategic negotiations, value engineering, and alternative sourcing.

Quality Assurance :

Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to ensure components meet specifications, durability, and compliance standards.

Ensure supplier compliance with automotive safety and structural integrity standards for frames and related components.

Logistics & Planning :

Ensure on-time availability of materials through effective planning, forecasting, and inventory management.

Ensure supplier compliance with automotive safety and structural integrity standards for frames and related components.

Monitor supplier performance, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and drive cost-down strategies without compromising quality.

Global Benchmarking :

Monitor market trends, technologies, and suppliers in India, East Africa, and global markets to maintain best-in-class sourcing.

Cross-Functional Collaboration :

Work closely with design, manufacturing, and program management teams to align supply chain execution with product timelines.

Risk Management :

Mitigate supply chain risks through dual sourcing, supplier audits, and contingency planning. Develop a risk management framework to mitigate disruptions in supply chains, material shortages, and lead time challenges.

What You Bring

7–10 years of experience in supply chain, sourcing, or procurement in the automotive or heavy engineering industry.

Strong background in frame, chassis, and structural parts sourcing.

Proven track record in vendor development, contract negotiation, and cost management.

Familiarity with fabrication processes (welding, machining, casting, forging).

Understanding of quality systems (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, PPAP, APQP).

Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP / Odoo) and supply chain planning tools.

Strong analytical and negotiation skills with a data-driven approach.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Strong confidentiality orientation and ability to manage sensitive programs.

Willing to relocate to Bengaluru, with a willingness to travel and frequently visit suppliers.

You have

Positive attitude with positive view of people

Teamwork attitude to take on & support multiple responsibilities and have result oriented way of working

You are open to change and are stimulated by taking on new responsibilities

Has the ability to work strategically in a fast-paced environment

Has very good communication skills to deal with, interact with suppliers from different regions of India

Works proactively with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments, as we operate in a changing environment

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Has the experience or capability to work with startup mind set with out of the box lateral thinking abilities

Should be able to drive & deliver in evolving processes across the company

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience.

Company-sponsored healthcare plan.

Opportunity to build a world-class supply chain driving the EV revolution.

Join a mission-driven team shaping the trillion-dollar transition of two-wheelers to electric.

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