Job PurposeTo support vendor development, supplier qualification, supplier quality, and continuousimprovement activities to ensure the availability of reliable, quality-compliant suppliers formedical device manufacturing.Key Responsibilities Identify and develop new suppliers as per company requirements. Evaluate vendors based on quality, cost, capability, capacity, and delivery. Coordinate vendor qualification and approval activities. Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations and support cost negotiations. Conduct/coordinate supplier audits and process evaluations. Monitor supplier quality, rejection, and delivery performance. Follow up with suppliers for corrective actions and CAPA closure. Coordinate sample development, trials, and PPAP activities. Support development of alternate and backup suppliers. Coordinate with Purchase, Quality, Production, R&D, and Validation teams. Maintain vendor development records, audit reports, and performance reports. Support continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.QualificationB.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Mechanical, Production, Industrial Engineering, or a relateddiscipline.Required Skills Good knowledge of Vendor Development and Supplier Quality. Basic knowledge of supplier audits, PPAP, and CAPA. Good communication and negotiation skills. Strong vendor coordination and follow-up skills. Good analytical and problem-solving ability. Good working knowledge of MS Excel and documentation. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Experience in Medical Device / Precision Manufacturing will be preferred.Key Performance Areas New Vendor Development Supplier Qualification Supplier Quality Improvement Supplier Rejection Reduction Cost Reduction Supplier Delivery Performance CAPA & Corrective Action Closure Alternate Supplier Development Timely Sample/PPAP ApprovalCandidate Profile:A proactive and technically sound professional with good vendor coordination skills and astrong focus on quality, cost, delivery, and supplier development.