As a Mechatronics / Robotics Engineer i have waste knowledge of machines. as well as i worked in manufacturing industries as a technical buyer so i have techno commercial skill.
Stage 1
As per my knowledge & work experience i will make one flow chart for this project which is simply known as bill of materiel or Data inputs.
Example of Inputs :
Which kind of machine / product required , What is the application , is it will use for long term or short term , for future perspective spare will available or not. if available than will do agreement / contract.
Detail Description , Specifications, Data sheet if applicable.
once
Stage 2
To find supplier as per Inputs or specifications.
once list ready of supplier than to start due diligence or audit.
it means to check supplier qualification criteria. ( which kind of Certification supplier have i.g ISO , CE , TS , API ).
once all supplier will provide their data after that i will float RFQ ( Request for Quotation ) only for those who are qualified.
once all supplier quotation received after that make compression sheet and categorize supplier as L1 , L2 ,., Ln.
after that segregate as grade A ( Quality best ) & Grade B ( Price best ).
Stage 3
and finally negotiate them for to show machine / product sample physically to near by & price negotiation.
and after supply of product how many year warranty will valid.
Freight Term / Inco term.
Test certificate / Manual required with product.
Training required how to work & how to maintai