Location: ChennaiExperience: 10–12 YearsQualification: B.E / B.Tech / Diploma – Mechanical / Production / Manufacturing EngineeringIndustry: Machine Manufacturing / Capital Equipment / Heavy EngineeringSalary: Best in IndustryKey Responsibilities* Develop and manage vendors for Fabrication, Machining, Welding, Sheet Metal and Assembly.* Handle end-to-end vendor management including Sourcing, RFQ, Technical Evaluation, Negotiation and Vendor Onboarding.* Ensure supplier performance as per engineering drawings, specifications, quality standards and delivery schedules.* Conduct supplier audits, capability assessments and performance reviews.* Drive cost reduction, value engineering and localization initiatives.* Monitor supplier capacity and manage risks related to critical vendors.* Coordinate with Design, Production, Quality, Planning and Procurement teams.* Review Engineering Drawings, BOM and GD&T and provide technical guidance to vendors.* Resolve supplier-related technical, quality and delivery issues.* Drive continuous improvement and supplier development activities.Required Skills* Vendor Development / Supplier Development* Subcontract Management* Strategic Sourcing* Commercial Negotiation* Heavy Fabrication* Precision Machining* Welding* Sheet Metal* Mechanical Assembly* Engineering Drawing Reading* GD&T* BOM Knowledge* Lean Manufacturing* Cost Reduction / Value Engineering* SAP / Oracle ERP* Advanced Excel* Strong Communication & Leadership SkillsPreferred IndustryMachine Manufacturing, Capital Equipment, Heavy Engineering, Industrial Machinery, SPM, Material Handling, Crane & Hoist, Automation Systems.Interested? Share your CV to [phone removed]Sourced from naukri