Job description:
Key Responsibilities:
✅ Supplier Development & Sourcing:
- Identify, evaluate, and develop new vendors for raw materials (brass rods, billets, castings), machining parts, plating, packaging, and consumables.
- Evaluate supplier capabilities for machining, forging, casting, and finishing processes.
- Conduct vendor audits (technical, quality, and commercial aspects).
- Onboard suppliers as per company’s SOPs.
✅ Cost & Negotiation Management:
- Negotiate best prices, payment terms, and lead times with suppliers.
- Benchmark prices with market trends for raw materials like brass ingots, scrap, etc.
- Drive cost-reduction initiatives through alternate sourcing & process optimization.
✅ Quality Assurance Coordination:
- Ensure suppliers meet company’s quality standards and certifications (ISO, RoHS, REACH, etc.).
- Coordinate with the Quality department for supplier quality improvement plans.
- Resolve vendor-related NCRs (Non-Conformity Reports).
✅ Supply Chain & Inventory Coordination:
- Ensure timely availability of raw materials and components to meet production plans.
- Optimize supplier lead times and delivery schedules.
- Track and manage supplier performance metrics: OTIF (On Time In Full), Quality, Cost, Service.
✅ Relationship & Risk Management:
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships for long-term collaboration.
- Identify risks in the supply base and develop mitigation plans (alternate suppliers, localization, etc.).
✅ Documentation & Compliance:
- Maintain accurate vendor master data, purchase contracts, and compliance documents.
- Ensure suppliers comply with statutory and regulatory requirements.
✅ Continuous Improvement:
- Drive process improvements in supplier selection, evaluation, and performance management.
- Support localization and cost optimization projects.
Key Skills & Competencies:
- Supplier Development & Negotiation Skills
- Knowledge of Brass Raw Materials & Market Trends
- Vendor Quality Management
- Technical understanding of manufacturing processes (forging, machining, plating, etc.)
- Commercial & Contract Management
- ERP System Knowledge Customized ERP)
- Analytical & Communication Skills
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹18,700.00 - ₹35,600.00 per month
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person