Supply chain management focus supplier quality assurance requirements for strategic suppliers

Abstract

The purpose of this project is to analyze Supply Chain Management standards and principles, focusing on Supplier Quality Assurance practices and programs that will contribute to the prompt and reliable delivery of high quality products at the least cost. The scope of this project will include procurement criteria and quality requirements for strategic suppliers of raw materials that affect the company's materials life cycle costs. The primary project deliverable is a Supplier Manual proposal that provides a comprehensive perfonnance plan for communicating and implementing the expectations, requirements, and goals for a supplier's continuous value improvement process.