The Research of Supplier Quality Based on the Supplier Relationship: Theoretical Definition and Construction of Evaluation Dimension

Abstract

In recent years, enterprises are facing the competition among supply chains rather than enterprises. Quality is the foundation of enterprises. Suppliers play significant role in the supply chain and the quality of supplier relates to the stability of the supply chain. In this paper, the concept of the supplier quality is elaborated firstly on the basis of the related concepts. Then, considering the distinct extent relationship between the purchaser and supplier, supplier quality is divided into quality performance, quality ability and quality organization three dimensions. Besides, on the basis of the quality management and the evaluation of supplier, the concept of each dimension is elaborated. The construction of the evaluation dimensions is conducive to procurement the problem of excessive or insufficient evaluation. In addition, enriching the theory of the supplier quality of enterprises implementation.