Battery Supply Chain Lead

Company Description

Customized Energy Solutions India Pvt. Ltd. (CES India) is part of Customized Energy Solutions (CES), a globally recognized, privately held energy market intelligence, consulting, and operational services firm supporting retail and wholesale electricity and natural gas markets worldwide.

Headquartered in Philadelphia, CES operates across the United States, Canada, Japan, India, and Vietnam, with approximately 400 associates globally. The company has earned multiple distinctions from INC. 500 | 5000 and the Philadelphia Business Journal, including Hall of Fame status and repeated recognition as a Best Place to Work.

Established in 2010, CES India plays a critical role in supporting both domestic and international energy initiatives. The India team brings expertise in emerging technologies transforming the energy landscape, including energy storage, electric mobility, wholesale electricity markets, microgrids, and renewable energy systems. Associates in India collaborate closely with global teams while contributing deep technical and analytical capabilities to complex energy market challenges.

CES India actively engages with industry bodies and ecosystem partners that are shaping India’s energy and technology landscape, including organizations such as the India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA). Through industry collaboration, technology innovation, and engagement with public and private stakeholders, CES India supports the broader goal of advancing sustainable, high-growth energy and manufacturing sectors in India.

At CES India, you will work in a fast-evolving industry where innovation, accountability, and professional growth are valued. Your work will contribute to meaningful outcomes across both regional and global energy markets.

Job Description

The Battery Supply Chain and Manufacturing Lead will own IESA's engagement with member companies and government stakeholders on battery supply chain and manufacturing issues. The role combines industry-facing relationship management, policy representation, and content/knowledge development, while working closely with the Policy, Recycling, Green Hydrogen, and CES Consulting teams. The individual will manage one analyst and is expected to build IESA's credibility as the go-to voice on battery manufacturing and supply chain matters, both with members and with government. 

Member & Government Engagement 

• Lead discussions with member companies on issues within the battery supply chain and manufacturing subject area. 
• Lead and represent IESA in ministerial meetings, presenting and articulating IESA's point of view. 
• Connect with Leadership Circle / Platinum members at least once a month through physical meetings. 

Content, Advocacy & Knowledge Development 

• Prepare notes on key issues and recommendations and share them with members. 
• Conduct working group meetings on a monthly basis and work on improving their impact and engagement quality. 
• Author 5 leadership articles per year on battery supply chain and manufacturing themes.
• Conduct at least 1 physical roundtable with the subject group each year. 

Membership Growth & Retention 

• Generate new member leads and drive them to closure in coordination with the membership team. 
• Support member retention efforts within the subject area, with a target retention rate of 85%. 

Reporting & Cross-Team Support 

• Prepare and submit a monthly report covering developments and activities in the subject area. 
• Support the policy team in preparation of their monthly report. 
• Work with the Consulting team and support them in reviewing annual reports. 

Events 

• Actively support the events team in IESA's flagship events. 
• Take the lead on Manufacturing Day at IESW and IBMSCS. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; a Master's degree or MBA is an advantage. 
• 5–10 years of experience in battery manufacturing, supply chain, energy storage, or a closely related industrial sector
• Prior experience engaging with government/ministerial stakeholders or working within an industry body/association is preferred. 
• Demonstrated experience managing member or client relationships, including at senior/leadership levels. 
• Experience managing or mentoring a direct report is an advantage. 

Key Skills

• Strong subject-matter grounding in battery supply chain and manufacturing, with the ability to speak credibly to both members and government. 
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, comfortable engaging with senior industry leaders and government officials. 
• Strong written communication skills for notes, reports, and leadership articles. 
• Ability