Vendor Development Engineer

Job Title:

Vendor Development / Supplier Management In-charge

Industry:

Brass Components Manufacturing

Department:

Procurement / Supply Chain Management

Location:

GIDC, Dared, Jamnagar(Gujarat)

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 (SAP / Oracle / Tally / Customized ERP)
• Analytical & Communication Skills

Qualification:

• BE / Diploma in Mechanical / Metallurgy / Industrial Engineering OR Graduate with relevant experience.
• MBA in Supply Chain / Operations (preferred).

Experience:

• 4 to 8 Years in vendor development/supplier management in the brass manufacturing or metal component industry.

Reporting To:

• Purchase Head / Supply Chain Head / Plant Head

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹21,500.00 - ₹32,600.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Yearly bonus

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Work Location: In person