Tata Steel Limited (TSL) is one of the most prestigious names in the steel industry and is counted among the top 10 steel companies in India. With a legacy of over 100 years, an ever-growing portfolio and client base, and an annual revenue of ~USD 31 billion in 2023 (excluding SEA operations; Source: Wikipedia), Tata Steel stands unmatched in the iron and steel sector. Being a Tata steel vendor is therefore a matter of pride and credibility. And if you want to be a part of the Tata Steel vendors list, there is a detailed Tata Steel vendor registration process that you will have to follow.

In this article, we take a look the Tata Steel online vendor registration process. We look at the Tata Steel vendor portal, the specific requirements and eligibility criteria, how to fill the vendor registration form, etc. to enable you to be a part of procurement at Tata Steel. Let’s begin.

Tata Steel vendor registration process – Steps and guidelines

Procurement Tata Steel is an important division, and its role is pivotal in ensuring excellence in manufacturing and services offered by the company. From optimising costs, to ensuring quality of the end product, there’s more to the meaning of procurement in the organisation’s supply chain and operational/business efficiency.

Vendors, therefore, are instrumental in the value-chain. Online vendor registration Tata Steel ensures that the right vendors are added to the company to continue its legacy of excellence.

On that note, let’s take a deep dive into the process of vendor registration for Tata Steel.

Procurement portal overview

A commonly asked question is – How can I become a Tata Steel vendor?

To begin, you will first have to visit the Procurement Tata Steel page: tatasteel.com/corporate/our-organisation/procurement/

This page outlines the vision and commitment to procurement the company follows and some key things to keep in mind as a company vendor.

On this page, you can visit the required next page based on your vendor status:

• Click here for Vendor Zone: This is for existing vendors and will allow you to login to the e-Procurement page.
• Explore business opportunity of being a Vendor Partner to TSL India: This is the sign-up page for new Tata Steel vendors.

In the next section, we will take a step wise look at how to register as a new Tata Steel vendor.

Also read: Tata Steel procurement process

Registration process for vendors

To begin the process of online vendor registration Tata Steel, you will have to select the second option mentioned in the Procurement page.

This will take you to the Tata Steel vendor portal: tslcorpsys.tatasteel.co.in:8182/vendorreg/Login/UserLoginNew/

The Online Vendor Registration page will appear which gives you two options:

• Log In: Existing vendors can log in using their Username (email ID) and Password
• Sign-Up: For new users to register online as a vendor

Also read: Tata Steel product list and catalogue

Before you start to register as a TSL vendor:

The Sign-Up section comes with a comprehensive Tata Steel vendor registration form. Before beginning the process, keep the following handy:

• Your company details: This includes PAN card and relevant documents, such as brochures and product/service catalogues that share details on your capabilities
• Your contact details: This includes an active email address and mobile number as OTP and future communications will be shared here

Note: At the bottom of the box, there is the Vendor Manual – a document you can view to learn more about the Tata Steel online vendor registration process.

Also read: How to increase procurement efficiency with demand aggregation

To sign-up as a new vendor on the Tata Steel vendor portal, you will have to first select the ‘Sign-up’ option. The new vendor registration form will appear, and you will have to fill in all the mandatory fields marked in (*) and also upload specific documents for credibility. (This form is also known as the Supplier Registration form).

Filling in mandatory fields:

Here are some of the fields you will have to fill in:

Source: tslcorpsys.tatasteel.co.in:8182/vendorreg/Login/UserLoginNew/

• Name of the Organisation – This is name of the vendor organisation and should be as per the Company PAN (for Indian vendors)
• Contact Person
• Country of Business Organisation – If you are trying to register as an Indian vendor this will be set to ‘India’ by default. Else you can select the country option from the dropdown menu.
• Mobile number and Email ID – Both of these information has to be verified using the ‘Verify’ button beside it. An OTP will be sent which will have to be entered for verification.
• Tata Steel Reference – If you have been referred by someone then you need to enter the TSL official’s details; else you can mention N.A. and move to the next field.
• PAN – This is your company PAN and it must have your company name as you have entered in the ‘Name of Organisation’ field
• Location of Vendor Registration – Select the right option from the dropdown provided along it
• Nature of Business and Segment Name – You will have to select the right option that fits your organisation; For instance, ‘Nature of Business’ can be manufacturer, dealer/distributor, transporter and others; accordingly the ‘Segment’ name will also have to be filled in.
• Category and Sub-category (BGG) – Click on the dropdown for the list of options; For instance, ‘Category’ can be electrical components, long product SPC, raw materials, etc; accordingly you will also have to fill in the sub-category.
• Password and Confirm Password – Select a strong alphanumeric password of 8-15 characters, with a mix of special characters, small and capital letters, and numbers
• Attach Credentials – This refers to documents such as business profile, company brochure etc. File size is limited to 4MB.

Other requirements:

You will also have to read the GDPR terms and check if you are engaged in doing any government facing jobs.

You will also need to read the ‘Disclaimer’ and if satisfied with your responses, proceed to the next page by clicking on ‘Get Started’. Note – You will also be asked to consent on the Data Privacy notice.

You will get an acknowledgement message that will confirm that your request for Tata Steel vendor registration has been submitted (check request number). Further updates will be shared via email. Communications of the same nature will also be shared via email.

Also read: Tata Steel and the journey of the first iron and steel industry in India

Who is a vendor?

As a business owner, before you participate in the Tata Steel vendor registration process, here’s a simple understanding of what is the meaning of a vendor to check whether or not you fit.

A vendor is a company or an individual who supplies goods and/or services to a business (and in some cases to consumers). Vendors can be manufacturers or sellers/suppliers. In the case of a small business or MSME, the manufacturer and vendor can be the same entity.

(Also read: MSME payment terms for vendors and suppliers).

Vendors play a pivotal role in the supply chain. Based on demand, vendors procure goods and services from bigger manufacturers or distributors and resale them to the customers. Based on their experience, geographical operations, volumes, licenses and other factors, vendors are categorised into different tiers – Tier I, Tier II and so on.

Large businesses like Tata Steel, usually work with reputed, credible vendors who have established their brand name in business. They also work with multiple vendors that cater to their diverse requirements.

Tata Steel online vendor registration is required to showcase and verify that your business has the capability to meet the quality standards, product/service requirements, credentials and supply-chain and delivery systems that meet TSL’s needs. As such, to be a Tata Steel vendor, you must follow some guidelines and meet specific guidelines.

Also read: Difference between vendor, supplier, distributor

Final thoughts – How to register as a Tata Steel vendor?

To wrap our discussion on Tata Steel online vendor registration, an important thing to keep in mind is that the process is open to all. Even if you are a small business, if you have the right credentials, and meet the expectations of the company, there is opportunity for you.

It is true that often there are risks attached to working with small businesses. And that’s why many large businesses prefer to work with established brands. However, with time, procurement processes are evolving and especially with the government encouraging entrepreneurship and MSME development, there’s a pool of new opportunities coming up for small businesses.

Also read: Tips to improve the procurement process in business

Author: Sohini Banerjee

Sohini is a seasoned content writer with 12 years’ experience in developing marketing and business content across multiple formats. At Tata nexarc, she leverages her skills in crafting curated content on the Indian MSME sector, steel procurement, and logistics. In her personal time, she enjoys reading fiction and being up-to-date on trends in digital marketing and the Indian business ecosystem.