Vendor Development & Purchase Executive

Role & responsibilities

• Vendor Sourcing & Onboarding:

  Identify, evaluate, and register new local and regional engineering vendors for casting, forging, machining, sheet metal fabrication, and raw materials across industrial hubs in Gujarat and pan India.

• Procurement & PO Management:

  Handle purchase requisitions, issue RFQs (Request for Quotations), negotiate rates, and generate Purchase Orders (POs) using ERP systems.

• Cost Optimization & Negotiation:

  Negotiate pricing, credit terms, and delivery schedules to achieve target cost savings while maintaining high quality standards.

• Technical Evaluation:

  Read and interpret technical engineering drawings, specifications, and Bill of Materials (BOM) to align buyer requirements with supplier capabilities.

• Supplier Performance Monitoring:

  Conduct periodic vendor audits and track key metrics, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), quality compliance, and reject rates.

• Cross-Functional Coordination:

  Collaborate with local Quality Assurance (QA), Stores/Warehouse, and Production teams to resolve supplier delays or material non-conformance.
• Experience in Automotive or SPM Development will be added advantages