- Vendor Site Visits: Travel to supplier facilities, warehouses, and manufacturing plants to ensure quality control standards.
- Market Surveys: Conduct on-ground market research to identify new raw material sources, compare local pricing trends, and discover cost-effective alternatives.
- Physical Inspection: Inspect delivered goods, raw materials, or equipment directly at vendor yards or company receiving docks before final dispatch or sign-off.
- Dispute Resolution: Visit vendor sites to resolve delivery delays, rejected shipments, or specification mismatches in person.
Vendor Management & Procurement
- Supplier Evaluation: Source and onboard current local and outstation vendors based on pricing, reliability, and quality compliance.
- Contract Negotiation: Negotiate competitive pricing, favorable credit terms, delivery schedules, and Service Level Agreements.
- Performance Tracking: Monitor vendor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
like on-time delivery and defect rates, conducting periodic vendor performance reviews.
- Relationship Building: Maintain transparent and professional relationships with key suppliers to ensure uninterrupted operational supply.
Purchasing & Inventory Control
- Purchase Orders: Generate accurate Purchase Orders (POs) and track order status until final delivery.
- Stock Monitoring: Coordinate with warehouse and inventory teams to maintain optimal stock levels and prevent shortages.
- Documentation: Maintain clean records of purchases, supplier contracts, inspection logs, and invoice approvals for audit readiness.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.