Key Responsibilities
Identify, evaluate, and develop current suppliers based on technical, quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
Manage the complete vendor development process from supplier identification through qualification and regular performance monitoring.
Coordinate with suppliers for new product development, sample submission, trials, and PPAP/APQP activities.
Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Purchase, Production, and SCM teams for supplier-related activities.
Conduct supplier audits and capability assessments.
Drive supplier improvement initiatives related to Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Capacity.
Support cost reduction, localization, VA/VE, and alternate source development initiatives.
Resolve supplier quality and delivery issues through structured problem-solving and corrective actions.
Monitor supplier performance through defined KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
Ensure timely availability of materials/components for new projects and production requirements.
Maintain supplier documentation, development status, audit reports, and performance records.
Lead and guide junior team members in vendor development activities.

Required Skills &
Qualifications




Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Production / Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.
1015 years of relevant experience in Vendor Development, Supplier Development, Procurement, or Sourcing.
Experience in manufacturing/automotive/engineering components will be preferred.
Positive knowledge of supplier qualification, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and 8D/problem-solving tools.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet metal, forging, casting, fabrication, plastics, or similar processes.
Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and vendor-management skills.
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and technical specifications.
Willingness to travel to supplier locations as required.

Key Competencies
Vendor / Supplier Development
Supplier Quality &
Capability Assessment
Cost Reduction &
Localization
Current Product Development
Supplier Audit &
Performance Management
Problem Solving &
Root Cause Analysis
Cross-functional Team Management
Negotiation &
Communication

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