Dec 2021 – Present · 4 yrs 3 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

• 1. Vendor Management:
•  Identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities,
• quality, and reliability.
•  Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure a
• steady supply of materials or services.
• 2. Sourcing and Negotiation:
•  Source and identify potential suppliers, both locally and globally,
• for required goods or services.
•  Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers, including prices,
• delivery schedules, and payment terms.
• 3. Cost Analysis:
•  Conduct cost analysis to determine the most cost-effective and
• efficient suppliers.
•  Evaluate total cost of ownership, considering not just the initial
• purchase cost but also factors like maintenance, transportation,
• and quality.
• 4. Market Research:
•  Stay informed about market trends, industry standards, and new
• technologies to make informed purchasing decisions.
•  Analyze market conditions and pricing trends to anticipate
• changes and make proactive decisions.
• 5. Quality Assurance:
•  Collaborate with quality control and assurance teams to ensure
• that purchased materials or products meet the required
• standards and specifications.
•  Resolve quality issues with suppliers and implement corrective
• actions.
• 6. Contract Management:
•  Draft and review contracts with suppliers, outlining terms and
• conditions, delivery schedules, and quality standards.
•  Ensure compliance with contractual agreements and resolve any
• disputes that may arise
• 7. Supplier Quality Management:
•  Collaborate with suppliers to establish and maintain quality
• standards for components and materials used in defense
• systems.
•  Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure they meet
• the required quality and reliability criteria.
• 8. Cost Reduction Initiatives:
•  Identify opportunities for cost reduction through negotiation,
• process improvement, or alternative sourcing.
• 9.Communication:
•  Collaborate with internal teams, such as engineering,
• production, to understand their requirements and suppliers to provide timely procurement support.