Supplier sourcing services - Poland
trusted since 2002
CADEN is a Polish consultancy specialising in supplier sourcing, with a focus on mechanical engineering, plant engineering and steel construction. We help manufacturers and industrial operators to optimise their procurement processes and make their supply chains more resilient.
With over 30 years of experience in project management and technical procurement, we combine engineering knowledge with practical sourcing expertise.
Are you looking for new suppliers of turned parts, milled parts or welded components in Poland? We can help you find and evaluate them. We carry out on-site audits and provide advice. We can also save you time by handling the RFQ process and supporting you throughout the project.
Our services cover the full supplier sourcing and qualification process:
1. Supplier Identification
Identification of suitable manufacturing partners based on technical and commercial requirements.
Scope:
- analysis of technical drawings
- identification of potential suppliers
- preparation of supplier shortlist
- initial supplier contact
- technical capability evaluation
Deliverables:
✔ list of qualified suppliers
✔ technical capability summary
✔ supplier recommendations
2. RFQ Management
Structured management of the quotation process.
Scope:
- preparation of RFQ documentation
- communication with suppliers
- clarification of technical questions
- comparison of quotations
- support during negotiations
Deliverables:
✔ comparable supplier offers
✔ structured quotation comparison
✔ support for supplier selection
3. Supplier Qualification & On-site Audit
Evaluation of supplier technical capabilities and operational stability.
Scope:
- on-site supplier audits
- welding capability assessment
- certification verification
- production capacity evaluation
- quality system review
Deliverables:
✔ supplier audit report
✔ risk assessment
✔ qualification recommendation
4. Ongoing support during production
Support during cooperation with selected suppliers.
Scope:
- supplier communication support
- coordination during production
- assistance with quality topics
- monitoring delivery performance
Deliverables:
✔ improved supplier communication
✔ reduced operational risks
✔ increased supply chain stability
Technical Procurement Outsourcing
We help industrial companies to save up and increase the efficiency of their procurement department. Really.
Typical components:
- machine parts
- welded steel structures
- equipment parts
- silos, vessels
- stainless steel tanks
- metal and plastic CNC parts
- working platforms
- frames
- steel casings, housings
- welded assemblies
Core production competencies of suppliers:
- CNC-machining
- laser- and plasma cutting
- sheet metal punching
- MIG/MAG/TIG welding
- corrosion protection
- assembly
- metalworking (carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminium)
The goal is to reduce sourcing risks and build stable supplier relationships.
Industries served:
- mechanical engineering / machinery manufacturing
- plant engineering / process engineering
- industrial construction and hall construction
- automotive
- defense industry
- energy industry
Our clients include small, medium and large businesses from Germany, Norway, Poland, Denmark, the Netherlands, Austria and Switzerland.
Our services are flexible. You can choose the full range of services, or select only certain elements to suit your needs.
We look forward to working with you!