The Supplier Development Engineer (SDE) is responsible for developing, evaluating, and improving supplier performance to achieve excellence in Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD). The role focuses on supplier capability enhancement, quality improvement, new supplier development, cost optimization, and ensuring uninterrupted material availability to support production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supplier Development

- Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers based on business requirements.
- Conduct supplier capability assessments and process audits.
- Develop alternate suppliers for critical and high-risk components.
- Improve supplier manufacturing processes and production capabilities.
- Build long-term supplier relationships to ensure consistent performance.

2. Supplier Quality Assurance

- Investigate supplier quality issues using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why Analysis, Fishbone Diagram, and Root Cause Analysis.
- Monitor supplier quality performance through PPM, rejection trends, and customer complaints.
- Ensure timely implementation and verification of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
- Review and approve supplier PPAP documentation.
- Conduct periodic supplier quality audits and ensure compliance with quality standards.

3. New Product Development (NPD)

- Coordinate APQP activities with suppliers for new product launches.
- Ensure timely submission of samples, PPAP documentation, and process validation.
- Support supplier qualification and validation for new products and engineering changes.
- Work closely with Design, Production, Purchase, and Quality teams during new product development.

4. Cost Reduction & Supplier Performance Improvement





- Identify and implement supplier cost reduction initiatives.
- Participate in Value Engineering (VE) and Value Analysis (VA) activities.
- Support localization and alternate sourcing projects.
- Improve supplier productivity, process capability, and manufacturing efficiency.

5. Delivery Performance Management

- Monitor supplier delivery schedules and on-time delivery performance.
- Follow up on delayed deliveries to prevent production disruptions.
- Coordinate with Purchase, Production Planning, Stores, and Logistics to ensure material availability.
- Resolve supply chain issues through proactive supplier engagement.

6. Documentation & Reporting

- Maintain supplier qualification records, approvals, and audit documentation.
- Prepare supplier audit reports and improvement action plans.
- Develop and maintain supplier performance scorecards.
- Generate monthly supplier quality and delivery performance reports.
- Maintain supplier quality documentation in ERP/SAP systems.

7. Continuous Improvement

- Conduct supplier review meetings and performance improvement programs.
- Drive Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and process improvement initiatives at supplier locations.
- Improve supplier process capability through SPC, FMEA, and MSA implementation.
- Promote continuous improvement culture across the supplier base.

8. Cross-Functional Coordination





- Coordinate with Quality, Production, Purchase, Design, and Planning teams.
- Support customer audits related to supplier quality.
- Ensure supplier compliance with IATF 16949, company quality systems, and applicable customer requirements.
- Visit supplier facilities regularly for audits, process reviews, and development activities.

Required Technical Skills

- Supplier Development & Vendor Management
- Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA)
- APQP & PPAP
- FMEA, SPC & MSA
- Root Cause Analysis (5 Why, Fishbone, 8D)
- CAPA Management
- Lean Manufacturing & Kaizen
- Value Engineering (VE) & Value Analysis (VA)
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP/SAP (Preferred)

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Reduction in Supplier PPM
- On-Time Delivery (OTD) Performance
- Supplier Audit Compliance
- Cost Reduction Achieved
- Timely PPAP Approval
- Supplier Complaint Closure Time
- Supplier Rating Improvement
- Development and Qualification of Current Suppliers

Behavioral Competencies

- Strong Communication Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving Ability
- Negotiation Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Decision-Making Ability
- Continuous Improvement Mindset

Preferred Industry Experience

- Precision Engineering
- Automotive Manufacturing
- CNC Machining
- Machine Tool Industry
- Industrial Components Manufacturing

Why Join Rotadyne Precision Engineering Pvt. Ltd.?

- Opportunity to work with a growing precision engineering organization.
- Exposure to supplier development, quality systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and skill development.

📌 Supplier Development Engineer (Sangli)
🏢 Rotadyne Precision Engineering
📍 Sangli