Vendor Development Specialist

Role Summary:
The Vendor Development Specialist is responsible for identifying, qualifying, and developing suppliers to meet HOBB’s quality, cost, and delivery goals. This role involves supplier evaluation, onboarding, performance improvement, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with project and business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and qualify new vendors through capability assessments and market research.
• Drive supplier development programs supporting localization, cost reduction, and quality improvement.
• Collaborate with sourcing, quality, and engineering teams on supplier selection and project execution.
• Conduct supplier audits, First Article Inspections, and technical reviews.
• Implement quality plans and resolve supplier issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Monitor supplier performance using scorecards and continuous improvement tools.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in supplier development, quality, or sourcing.
• Proficiency in Excel and understanding of engineering drawings.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or supplier quality tools preferred.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Preferred:
Experience with PPAP/APQP, barcode software, CAD tools (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), and Lean Six Sigma certification.

HOBB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Commuter assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Internet reimbursement
• Leave encashment
• Paid sick time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Topsia, Kolkata, West Bengal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Vendor management: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 11/08/2025