Supply Chain Specialist

As a Supply Chain Specialist at WorldRefs, you will play a critical role in expanding and optimizing our industrial supplier network. Your primary focus will be on acquiring, validating, and managing vendor relationships to ensure high RFQ response rates, competitive pricing, and adherence to industrial quality standards. Leveraging AI-driven procurement tools and market intelligence, you will enhance supplier performance and category competitiveness. Key Responsibilities: - Research, source, and onboard sellers in industrial categories - Conduct supplier verification using SOPs, covering certifications, production capacity, and past projects - Develop supplier engagement plans to increase RFQ participation and reduce response time - Work with engineering teams to digitize supplier catalogs and ensure correct mapping of 60+ product attributes - Conduct factory audits and validate compliance with ASME, ISO, IEC, and other industry standards - Optimize vendor data through AI-powered categorization tools for better procurement efficiency - Monitor RFQ response from sellers and ensure sufficient supplier participation - Initiate seller development actions and develop alternative supply chains when necessary - Generate supplier performance reports tracking pricing competitiveness, fulfillment accuracy, and issue resolution - Conduct win-loss analysis to understand technical mismatches and pricing gaps - Utilize predictive models to identify at-risk suppliers and mitigate disruptions proactively Skills & Requirements: - 1-2 years of full-time experience in industrial equipment procurement - Passion for building modern tech-driven procurement systems - Strong sales, commercial, and negotiation skills - Analytical and technological adaptability - Technical proficiency with understanding of industrial equipment specifications (ASME, ISO, IEC standards) - Ability to interpret technical drawings for heavy machinery and plant systems Qualifications: - B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical In addition to the above responsibilities and requirements, WorldRefs offers the following benefits: - Health insurance - Paid sick time - Provident Fund Please note that this is a full-time position with an in-person work location. The expected start date for this role is 01/12/2025.,