Supplier Management
Structured supplier selection and systematic performance management for a resilient supply chain.
From initial contact to strategic partnership
Systematic selection, qualification & management of suppliers for a resilient supply chain.
- Do you need efficient suppliers who reduce costs and ensure quality?
- Is your current supplier base unreliable or inefficient?
- Lack of transparency and unstructured processes lead to problems in the supply chain?
Successful supplier management means more than just managing existing partners. It starts with the structured selection of the best suppliers, their qualification and long-term management – with clear processes, key figures and methods.
T.A.S. FORCE accompanies you through the entire process – from the search for new suppliers to selection, qualification, approval, nomination and continuous performance management.
Our core services in supplier management
Supplier search & market analysis - Finding the right partners
- Do you need new suppliers to avoid bottlenecks or reduce costs?
- There is no systematic procedure for identifying new sources of supply?
Our solution
- Market analysis & identification of potential suppliers in relevant regions
- Comparison of suppliers according to cost, technology, innovation potential & sustainability criteria
- Strategic diversification for a resilient supply chain
Track record
- Proactive supplier searches have reduced purchasing costs by up to 12%.
- Reduction of single-sourcing risks through an expanded supplier network.
Supplier selection - RFIs, RFQs & transparent decision making
- Do you receive unstructured offers that are difficult to compare?
- Are your current tendering processes inefficient and not very strategic?
Our solution
- Development of customized RFIs (Request for Information) for the pre-qualification of suppliers
- Creation of RFQs (Request for Quotation) with clearly defined requirements
- Comparison of offers according to Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) instead of just price
- Combination of benchmarking & qualitative evaluation methods for optimal decisions
Track record
- Tendering processes 30% more efficient thanks to digital comparison tools.
- Transparent tender evaluation leads to sustainably lower costs.
Supplier evaluation & qualification - Objective selection of the best
- Do you lack structured evaluation processes for suppliers?
- Supplier qualifications are inadequate and lead to late escalations?
Our solution
- Supplier evaluation based on quality, costs, adherence to delivery dates & innovative ability
- Carrying out supplier audits (remote & on-site) for a well-founded decision
- Risk-based qualification processes for maximum reliability
Track record
- Thanks to consistent on-site audits, 35% of escalations were avoided.
- Complaint rate reduced by 20 % after systematic qualification.
Supplier approval & nomination - process reliability for long-term stability
- Suppliers are approved too quickly without thorough validation?
- Lack of standardization leads to high follow-up costs for incorrect nominations?
Our solution
- Structured approval processes with technical & commercial evaluation criteria
- Comparison with production requirements (PPAP, APQP) to ensure series production capability
- Nomination of the best suppliers based on a fact-based selection process
Track record
- Incorrect decisions in supplier nominations reduced by 30 %.
- Better coordination with production & quality assurance for smooth SOP.
Supplier development & performance management
- A nominated supplier does not automatically mean sustainable performance?
- Lack of control leads to unrecognized problems and escalations?
Our solution
- Implementation of supplier scorecards for transparent performance monitoring
- Regular assessments for continuous improvement
- Targeted development programs for underperforming suppliers
- Proactive requalification for consistently high quality & performance
Track record
- Systematic supplier management has increased adherence to delivery dates by 25 %.
- Error rate in the supply chain reduced by 30%.
Success Stories
Successful projects: Optimized supplier management in practice
- Systematic supplier search & selection led to 15% lower purchasing costs.
- Risk-based qualification processes reduced escalations by 40 %.
- ScorecardThe supplier evaluation system increased on-time delivery by 25 %.
- Supplier development reduced error rates in the supply chain by 30%.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
"Why T.A.S. FORCE?" Your questions, our answers
Why T.A.S. FORCE for your supplier management?
- End-to-end process control – From search to long-term performance optimization.
- Systematic evaluation & risk-based qualification – No more wrong decisions.
- Long-term stability through performance management & continuous improvement.
- Combination of technical & commercial evaluation for maximum efficiency.
- International market knowledge with a focus on Eastern Europe & Asia.
When do you need a task force?
- You need new suppliers to avoid bottlenecks and cost increases.
- Your current supplier network is unreliable & non-transparent.
- Quality problems & escalations with suppliers are increasing.
- They have no standardized processes for selection, evaluation & development.
- Your purchasing department needs to position itself for the future & develop sustainable partnerships.