Vendor Manager
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Job Description
Vendor Sourcing & Assessment
Identify and qualify new vendors for raw materials (steel, alloy, plating chemicals),
packaging materials, tooling, and subcontracted processes like heat treatment and
surface coating.
Conduct supplier assessments focusing on quality systems, production capacity, and
cost efficiency.
Float inquiries, collect quotations, and perform comparative analysis.
2. Vendor On boarding & Audits
Manage vendor registration, documentation, and system entries in ERP.
Coordinate with quality team for technical evaluations and trial approvals.
Conduct audits to assess compliance with ISO, IATF, or customer-specific
requirements.
3. Cost Optimization & Negotiation
Negotiate prices and terms to ensure best value procurement aligned with the
company’s cost reduction goals.
Monitor market trends for raw material prices (steel grades, zinc, etc.) and advise on
strategic sourcing decisions.
4. Quality & Delivery Assurance
Work closely with QA and Production to resolve supplier quality issues like thread
tolerances, plating inconsistencies, or material rejections.
Track delivery timelines and follow up with vendors to ensure on-time supply for
production continuity.
5. Vendor Performance Monitoring
Maintain supplier performance data: quality rejections, lead times, delivery
adherence, and responsiveness.
Develop monthly vendor scorecards and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
6. Coordination & Reporting
Coordinate with design, planning, and stores departments to ensure procurement
aligns with production schedules and BOM changes.
Maintain documentation for audits, customer traceability, and certifications (ROHS,
MSDS, etc.).
7. New Product Development (NPD)
Collaborate with the design and sales teams to support the launch of new products.
Work closely with suppliers for sample development, technical trials, and validation
of new products.
Ensure all new product developments align with customer specifications, drawings,
and application requirements.
Coordinate first article inspections, PPAP, APQP, and FMEA documentation for new parts
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