Supplier Identification & Sourcing:
Find and screen recent 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.
Recent 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 (India)
🏢 TurnWorld Solutions Private
📍 India