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Sourcing Manager - Electrical and Electronics | Scrabble & Jigsaw

Posted on January 8, 2025

Job Description

Sourcing Manager – Electrical & Electronics
Location: Bangalore, India
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.
We are looking for audacious, creative, and committed people to join us on this important
mission. You will be joining a bold team consisting of leading engineers, operators, and
entrepreneurs hailing from companies that include Tesla, Apple, Google, SRAM, Ola Electric,
Dott, LiveWire, Lucid, Bolt, Microsoft, and SafeBoda, among others. Zeno has raised capital
from some of the world’s foremost mobility and climate investors, including Toyota Ventures
and Lowercarbon Capital.
The Role
As a Sourcing Manager – Electrical & Electronics, you will be responsible for sourcing,
evaluating, and managing suppliers for electrical and electronic components used in Zeno’s
electric motorcycles. This includes sourcing wiring harnesses, connectors, sensors,
controllers, power electronics, switches, display units, lighting, and embedded electronic
systems.
This role requires deep knowledge of automotive-grade electrical components, high-voltage
systems, supplier qualification, and EMI/EMC compliance, with experience sourcing
electrical and electronic parts for two-wheelers or electric vehicles.
What You Will Do
 Develop and execute sourcing strategies for electrical and electronic components,
ensuring cost, quality, and supply reliability.
 Identify and manage relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers specializing in
wiring harnesses, harness child parts, PCB assemblies, control modules, sensors,
power electronics, and vehicle communication systems.
 Work closely with engineering teams to ensure supplier capabilities align with vehicle
electrical architecture, CAN communication, and power distribution requirements.
 Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery schedules to optimize cost, lead times, and
supply reliability.
 Ensure supplier compliance with automotive safety, durability, and EMI/EMC quality
standards.
 Monitor supplier performance, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and drive
cost-down strategies without compromising quality.
 Develop a risk management framework to mitigate disruptions in supply chains,
semiconductor shortages, and lead time challenges.
 Knowledge wiring components, sensors, displays, and embedded electronics
components to be resistant to environmental conditions such as heat, vibration, water
exposure, and dust and sourcing of such components
 Support supplier audits, validation processes, and manufacturing process
optimization to improve efficiency and reliability.
What You Bring
 5-6 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management within
the automotive, electrical, or electronics industry.
 Deep knowledge of electrical and electronic component suppliers, particularly in the
motorcycle, EV, or automotive sector.
 Experience working with wiring harnesses, PCB assemblies, power electronics, and
digital displays.
 Proficiency in cost estimation, supplier development, and commercial negotiations.
 Technical understanding of vehicle electrical architectures, CAN communication
protocols, and EMC requirements.
 Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams
to ensure supplier alignment.
 Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills.
Great to Haves
 Experience working for a Tier 1 supplier or OEM in sourcing, procurement, or supplier
quality functions.
 Knowledge of electric vehicle-specific components, such as onboard chargers, DC-
DC converters, and motor controllers.
 Experience in thermal management solutions for electronic components.
 Familiarity with automotive electronic quality standards (ISO 26262, IATF 16949)
and EMI/EMC compliance testing.
 Understanding of emerging technologies in vehicle electronics, such as smart
dashboards, connectivity modules, and telematics systems.
Benefits
World-Class Team: Join a team of leading engineers, operators, and entrepreneurs from across
the globe who are part of the inevitable trillion-dollar transition of two-wheelers to electric!
Competitive Compensation: Competitive salary and equity package based on experience.
Impact: Be a part of the trillion-dollar transition of two-wheelers to electric and make a
significant impact on global energy consumption and emissions.
Let’s Drive!
Will you be part of the electric transition? Send an email to careers@zenomoto.com with the
subject header “Sourcing Manager – Electrical & Electronics” attaching your CV and
indicating why you are the right person for the role.
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