Job Description

Job Title:

Vendor Development Manager (Battery / Specialty Chemicals)

Location:

Kolkata

Notice Period:

Up to 45 days

Experience Required:

5-7 years

About the Role

We are looking for a technically strong

Vendor Development Manager

to lead supplier qualification, sourcing, and procurement of

specialty chemicals and raw materials

such as Silicon, Aluminum, and Carbon-based compounds used in

battery and energy systems

.

The ideal candidate will ensure

vendor compliance, material quality, supply reliability, and cost efficiency

, working closely with cross-functional teams like R&D, Manufacturing, and QA.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct supplier assessments to qualify vendors for specialty chemicals and battery-grade materials. Verify supplier compliance with

REACH, RoHS, TSCA

, and hazardous material handling standards. Review Certificates of Analysis (CoA) to confirm purity, particle size, and absence of impurities. Ensure process stability and consistent raw material quality across batches. Monitor packaging and logistics to prevent contamination or moisture damage. Develop and manage a

diversified vendor base

to mitigate supply chain and geopolitical risks. Collaborate with R&D to test and integrate new material grades for better performance. Support vendors with technical training and encourage

ISO 45001 / 14001

certifications. Conduct cost benchmarking and negotiate supplier prices while maintaining technical quality. Coordinate with internal teams for raw material validation, testing, and payment processing.

Requirements

Education:

B.Tech / M.Tech in

Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, Electrochemistry

, or

EV & Battery Technology

Experience:

5-7 years in

vendor development, procurement, or sourcing

of

battery-grade chemicals or specialty materials

Skills:

Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Strong knowledge of chemical synthesis, purification, and packaging processes Understanding of particle size distribution, BET surface area, and impurity analysis Knowledge of

REACH, RoHS, TSCA, GHS/CLP, and DG shipping requirements

Strong cost analysis and vendor negotiation skills Ability to assess and audit vendor manufacturing capabilities.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?1,000,000.00 - ?2,000,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person