- Supplier Identification & Sourcing:
- Find and screen new suppliers for CNC machining, VMC, HMC, turning, grinding, laser cutting, sheet metal bending, welding, and structural fabrication.
- Develop alternate or back-up vendors to mitigate supply chain risks and single-point failures.
- Technical Evaluation & Audits:
- Study engineering drawings, BOMs (Bills of Materials), and GD&T; (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) specifications.
- Conduct supplier facility audits to assess machine capacity, shop-floor infrastructure, welding qualifications, and quality management systems.
- New Product Development (NPD) & Part Approval:
- Coordinate prototype development, process feasibility studies, and First Article Inspection (FAI).
- Drive compliance frameworks such as APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning), PPAP (Production Part Approval Process), and FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis).
- Costing & Commercial Negotiation:
- Perform should-cost analysis, raw material cost breakdowns, machining hour-rate evaluations, and tooling/fixture cost assessments.
- Negotiate unit pricing, payment terms,



delivery lead times, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with vendors.
- Education: Diploma or B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering.
- Experience: Typically 2+ years of hands-on experience in vendor development, strategic sourcing, or supplier quality within the heavy engineering, automotive, or machine tools industry.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex 2D/3D engineering drawings and GD&T.;
- Working knowledge of machining processes (turning, milling, drilling, grinding) and fabrication/welding standards.
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Tally) and MS Excel for cost modeling.
- Soft Skills: Strong analytical, cross-functional coordination, negotiation, and communication skills.

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Advantages:

- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Leave encashment

Work Location: In person

📌 Purchase & Vendor Development Engineer (Hosur)
🏢 TurnWorld Solutions Private
📍 Hosur