Head - Supplier Development

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities Responsible for overall subcontractor management (Machining and Post Machining Operations) Identifying suitable Sub-Contractors for existing and new parts machining and other coating applications whenever required. Getting competitive quote and finalize commercials in line with the business requirements in consultation with senior management team. Planning and scheduling on various sub contractors to meet the Business / Customer targets. Work with inhouse machining team to balance loads and capacity to ensure proper utilization of inhouse machines. Should be capable of handling smaller volumes and huge variety of part nos and should be based out of Coimbatore, with clear knowledge and contacts of subcontract base in and around Coimbatore Responsible for maintaining lower PPM at subcontract end machining and give timely feedback to foundry to reduce casting related rejections after machining. Responsible for timely delivery of machined parts to meet customer requirements. To work on reducing lead time reduction continuously to meet increased demand. Responsible for periodical rating of vendors and work on improving them to reach the desired levels, both in terms of delivery and Quality Should be technically capable of resolving machining related issues at Subcontractor end and hence should have hands on experience in proving in machines and Cutting tool management. Responsible to improve the PPM levels at subcontractor end and effectively resolve any customer complaints arising from subcontract parts. Role & responsibilities Skills Required : Drive supplier selection through robust qualification processes Assess new and existing supplier capabilities to meet product, cost, quality, capacity and fulfillment ensuring suppliers are able to meet requirements for performance, quality, cost and delivery of components and requirements for TS 16949, ISO 14001 and other applicable customer and internal system and reputation requirements. Based on screening, prioritise preferred suppliers Drive improvements utilizing Lean methodologies, supplier scorecards and own supplier audit, ensuring supplier compliance, whilst driving systematic problem solving and process improvement plans to deliver value. Track the suppliers performance indicators, based on their scorecards and rankings, to facilitate and develop the supply bases ability to consistently meet or exceed defined expectations. Provide technical expertise and leadership to sourcing and development of suppliers with respect to technology, performance, quality, cost, logistics and delivery. Work with Engineering (Design and Manufacturing Engineers) team to define process parameters and criteria to ensure supplier process capability is effective to meet product and process requirements. Should drive strong ethical practices. Preferred candidate profile Minimum 15 years experience in vendor development ( Machining, Fettling & Heat Treatment ) Preferably from Engineering & Foundry Industry.