SUPPLIER EVALUATION AND SELECTION: CASE OF AN AUTOMOTIVE SPARE-PARTS SUPPLIER

 The main aim of this study is to conduct a current state analysis for a leading original and spare parts producer operating in automobile industry. In the focused company, due to having some problems about purchasing process, there was a need for reviewing and restructuring supplier evaluation mechanism. In this perspective, based on the results of qualitative techniques conducted, reasons for poor evaluation systems were found. As a contribution to practice, in line with the needs of company, supplier evaluation and selection criteria were suggested for scorecard assessment. Moreover, detailed rating systems were also formed in order to reach stability and consistency in evaluation. Furthermore, supplier certification classes and possible supplier development strategies were developed.