Vendor Sourcing & Quality Specialist

Job Title : Vendor Sourcing & Quality Specialist – Cricket Equipment (Mainly Bats)

Mode : Work From Home (with travel as required)

Location : Meerut (UP) / Jalandhar (Punjab) – Sports Hub Manufacturing Units

Industry : Sports Goods Manufacturing (Cricket Bats, Balls & Accessories)

Key Responsibilities :

Identify, evaluate, and onboard vendors for cricket bats and related raw materials (primarily willow / wood).

Handle vendor indenting and sourcing for cricket equipment manufacturing.

Ensure quality assurance of bats, balls, and all cricket accessories through 100% quality checks.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with trusted and skilled vendor partners .

Possess strong knowledge of willow wood (English & Kashmir) and other raw materials used in cricket equipment.

Implement vendor performance tracking to ensure adherence to quality, timelines, and cost efficiency.

Coordinate with internal teams to meet production requirements and ensure smooth vendor supply chain.

Negotiate with vendors for cost-effective procurement while maintaining product standards.

Key Requirements :

Strong background in vendor management, sourcing, and procurement – preferably in sports goods / manufacturing industry.

In-depth knowledge of cricket bat manufacturing and raw material (wood / willow) specifications .

Hands-on experience in quality control and inspection of sports equipment.

Excellent negotiation, vendor evaluation, and relationship management skills.

Ability to work independently in a remote (WFH) role with travel flexibility to Meerut & Jalandhar vendor hubs.

Strong communication skills (English & Hindi, Punjabi knowledge is an advantage).

Preferred Qualifications :

Graduate in Supply Chain / Materials Management / Sports Manufacturing / Equivalent .

3–8 years of experience in vendor sourcing & quality control (sports manufacturing background preferred).

Passion for cricket and understanding of cricket equipment will be an added advantage.

Salary As per standards .