Position: Vendor Development Engineer / Executive
Department
Purchase & Supply Chain
Experience
3–8 Years
Qualification
- B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical, Industrial Engineering)
- MBA (Supply Chain/Operations) is an added advantage.
About Lotus Microwave Technologies
Lotus Microwave Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is a leading Defence & Aerospace organization specializing in RF & Microwave Systems, Radar, Electronic Warfare (EW), Communication Systems, and Advanced Defence Electronics.
We are looking for an experienced Vendor Development professional to strengthen our supplier network and support indigenous manufacturing initiatives.
Job Summary
The Vendor Development Engineer will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, developing, and managing suppliers for electronic, mechanical, RF, microwave, fabricated, machining, PCB, cable harness, and defence-related components. The role requires strong technical understanding, supplier assessment capabilities, cost optimization, and coordination with internal engineering and production teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and develop new vendors for electronics, RF & Microwave components, mechanical parts, PCB assemblies, fabrication, machining, and cable harnesses.
- Evaluate supplier capabilities based on quality, technical competency, manufacturing capacity, delivery performance, and cost competitiveness.
- Conduct supplier audits, capability assessments, and qualification activities.
- Work closely with Design, Production, Quality, and Stores teams to identify sourcing requirements.
- Develop alternate vendors to reduce supply chain risks.
- Handle RFQs, vendor negotiations, commercial discussions, and cost reduction initiatives.
- Ensure timely procurement and supplier deliveries as per project schedules.
- Monitor vendor performance using Quality, Cost, Delivery (QCD) parameters.
- Maintain supplier database, evaluation records, and approval documentation.
- Coordinate with Quality team for incoming inspection issues and supplier corrective actions.
- Support localization and Make-in-India initiatives by identifying indigenous suppliers.
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and quality standards.
Required Skills
Technical Knowledge
Experience in sourcing one or more of the following:
Electronic Components | RF & Microwave Components | Connectors | Cables & Cable Harnesses | PCB & PCB Assembly | CNC Machining | Precision Machining | Sheet Metal Fabrication | Aluminium Machining | Heat Sinks | Enclosures | Mechanical Assemblies | Defence Components
Vendor Development
Supplier Identification | Vendor Qualification | Vendor Audits | Supplier Evaluation | Alternate Vendor Development | Cost Analysis | Cost Reduction | Supplier Performance Monitoring
Procurement
RFQ Preparation | Commercial Negotiation | Purchase Coordination | Supplier Relationship Management | Inventory Coordination
Documentation
Knowledge of
ISO Documentation | Vendor Registration | Technical Evaluation | Supplier Quality Records Purchase Documentation
Budget: 40,000/- to 50,000/-
Contact: HR Manager- Madhu Krishna
Mail: [email protected]
Whats app: 81797932565
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
