Senior Developer - Component Cost Estimation, Supplier Mgmt

Job Summary

The Senior Developer will be responsible for Component Cost Estimation, Supplier Collaboration and Negotiation, Supplier Development & Management. The primary focus will be on ensuring cost-effective component sourcing, enhancing supplier relationships, and optimizing supplier performance and development.

Key Responsibilities

1. Estimate costs associated with components to support effective budgeting and decision-making processes.
2. Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and agreements, ensuring cost efficiency and quality standards are met.
3. Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to foster collaboration, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
4. Manage and evaluate supplier performance to ensure adherence to quality, cost, delivery, and service level agreements.
5. Implement strategies for supplier development, including identifying improvement areas and driving initiatives to enhance supplier capabilities.

Skill Requirements

1. Ability to analyze component costs accurately and provide insightful estimates.
2. Proficiency in cost modeling and forecasting techniques.
3. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build fruitful collaborations with suppliers.
4. Knowledge of contract negotiation and vendor management.
5. Experience in supplier relationship management and vendor performance evaluation.
6. Ability to implement supplier development strategies and initiatives.

Other Requirements

1.Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) certification would be a plus.