Supply Chain Manager (Signaling) Stadler has been building trains for over 80 years. With our innovative strength flexibility and reliability we are a leading manufacturer of rail vehicles today. In addition to our Swiss locations around 14500 employees work at 16 production and components sites at over 80 service locations in Europe North America and North Africa. Our passion goes beyond building the trains customers want and people choose to ride. As a complete service provider and dedicated partner in signaling and maintenance we guarantee safety availability and operation. Join our team and help us shape the future of mobility! As a Supply Chain Manager (Signaling)youwill be responsible for overseeing the procurement and logistics processes ensuring the efficient sourcing acquisition and delivery of goods and services. Your role will involve identifying and evaluating suppliers negotiating contracts managing logistics and driving endtoend supply chain efficiency. Additionally you will establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to align with the organizations operational and strategic objectives Key Responsibilities Supplier Management & Procurement: - Create and conduct requests for proposals (RFPs) for various systems and components ensuring competitive sourcing.
- Create evaluate and negotiate commercial terms with suppliers including pricing delivery schedules quality requirements and identifying any required flow downs from Main Customer contracts.
- Coordinate efforts with Engineering team to define technical specifications for various systems and components.
- Place purchase orders.
- Actively manage supplier performance through regular reviews and audits in coordination with the quality management team.
- Support the NonConformance Report (NCR) team in handling supplier claims.
Strategic Collaboration & Coordination: - Work closely with internal stakeholders including Engineering Project Management and other teams to align procurement strategies with business needs.
- Participate in pooling negotiations and coordinate crossfunctional procurement activities to leverage economies of scale.
Logistics & Inventory Management: - Oversee the endtoend logistics flow for inbound and outbound goods and services ensuring timely and efficient deliveries.
- Manage inventory levels effectively optimizing stock availability while minimizing excess or obsolete materials.
Performance Tracking & Reporting: - Define track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) for internal and external reporting at both company and project levels.
- Ensure budget compliance and cost optimization within the supply chain function.
Qualifications - Bachelors degree in supply chain management logistics business administration engineering or related field.
- A minimum of 2 years experience in industrial or manufacturing purchasing rail is preferred.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in supply chain management and global logistics.
- Strong understanding of supply chain management software and tools ERP systems (Infor COM or SAP) and inventory management software.
- Strategic mindset excellent negotiation communication and problemsolving skills.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to make informed decisions.
- Leadership and team management experience.
- Knowledge of supply chain regulations safety standards and best practices.
- Fluent in English (German is a plus).
What we offer Stadler US employee benefits package includes: - Competitive Pay (annual bonus potential)
- Lowcost comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision / Rx plans
- 401(k) with generous employer match after 90 days
- Generous Paid Time Off / 10 Paid Holidays / Extended Paid Holiday
- Paid training/career development
- Tuition and training reimbursement
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Companypaid life and disability insurance
- Referral bonus program
Stadler US is an Equal Opportunity Employer
| Required Experience:
Manager