Zonal Charging Manager

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. seeks a Zonal Charging Manager to drive the deployment and management of EV charging infrastructure across the assigned Indian zone.

You will strategize site selection, oversee public charging deployments, and coordinate with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery. The role emphasizes strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and travel across the zone, with a focus on optimizing utilization and customer experience while aligning with the

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in EV network development or charger deployment.
• Experience with 4W OEMs, charging point operators, or real estate management.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills; willingness to travel across the zone.

Responsibilities

• Identify uncovered geographies and propose optimal charging solutions.
• Oversee public charging station deployment, operations, audits, and issue resolution.
• Identify locations, negotiate with partners, and ensure timely execution of charging projects.
• Monitor home charger installations, ensure vendor SOPs and SLAs, address customer concerns.
• Coordinate with vendors, dealers, and internal teams for infra development.
• Drive revenue generation and optimize charging station usage.
• Develop new partnerships to enhance EV charging capabilities.
• Navigate regulatory requirements for public charging infrastructure.
• Manage consumer experience and resolve charging-related issues.

Skills

EV network development

Charger deployment

Vendor management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

B.Tech / MBA

Job description

The Zonal Charging Manager is responsible for the deployment and management of EV charging infrastructure, ensuring its strategic placement, operational efficiency, and optimal utilization. The role contributes to the company's overall mission of accelerating EV adoption through robust charging networks.

Principal Accountabilities

• Charging Strategy Implementation: Identify uncovered geographies and propose optimal solutions aligned with the company's roadmap.
• Public Charging Station Deployment: Oversee installation, operations, maintenance, audits, and issue resolution.
• Site Acquisition & Partner Negotiation: Identify suitable locations, negotiate with real estate partners, and ensure timely execution of charging projects.
• Home Charger Installation Oversight: Monitor installations, ensure vendor compliance with SOPs and SLAs, and proactively address customer concerns.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Work closely with vendors, dealers, real estate partners, and internal teams for successful infrastructure development.
• Business Growth & Utilization: Drive revenue generation and optimize charging station usage.
• Vendor & Partner Development: Identify new partners and vendors to enhance EV charging capabilities.
• Navigating regulatory requirements for public charging infrastructure.
• Managing consumer experience while resolving charging-related issues efficiently.

Decision Making

• Site selection and vendor negotiation for charging station deployment.
• Implementation of preventive measures for operational efficiency.
• Escalation of complex issues to leadership with recommendations.

Interactions

• Internal Stakeholders
• Network Development Team
• Charging Infrastructure Operations Team
• Business Development & Strategy Team

Dimensions

Financial Dimensions

• Cost management for installation and maintenance.

Operational Dimensions

• Team management across the assigned geographical zone.
• Project execution timelines and performance KPIs.

Educational Qualifications

• B.Tech / MBA from AICTE/UGC-approved institutions.

Work Experience

• 4-6 years of experience in EV Network Development / Charger Deployment roles.
• Experience in working with 4W OEMs, Charging Point Operators, or Real Estate Management companies.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills to collaborate with vendors.
• Knowledge of EV Charger Deployment Processes is preferred.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the assigned zone.