VIE - BUYER- Industrial Equipments (m/f)

At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Your future role Reporting to ANZ Indirect Lead Buyer for CAPEX ( Industrial Equipments Construction & Refurbishment ) the VIE Buyer will deploy the commodity strategy in Australia & New is a 24 month VIE oportunity based in our Melbourne Office. The successful candidate will deliver Rollingstock and Maintenance projects in line with QualityCost & Delivery (QCD) and support our global & local supplier panel relationship (supplier workload contract negotiation supplier performance).

A bit about your new role :

• Prepare and launch of Request for Quotation
• Monitor Procurement project QCDT & legal project evolution (FAI Business Award Product Development)
• Promote and support new buying channel implementation as per ramp-up objectives;
• Coordinate with Project teams
• Vendor selection / Evaluation / Negotiation of contract/ Business Awardpreparation and follow DOA (Delegation of Authority) approval flow;
• Vendor onboarding until panel validation
• Closely working with Commodity manager team and tactical buyers on site in high value project requirement and upfront activities; (tenders for catalog / framework agreements identification of preferred suppliers);
• Generate innovative ideas for increased process efficiency & reduction in cost
• Apply the Alstom Procurement process and provide return of experince.

All about you :

We value passion and attitude over experience. Thats why we dont expect you to have every single skill. Instead weve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree level qualification;
• Good knowledge of Indirect procurement ( CAPEX- Industrial Equipments Construction & Refurbishment)
• Proven Experience in a similar role with a proven understanding of commodities.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP & SAP ARIBA are an advantage);
• Fluency inEnglish;
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills willingness to take initiative autonomy;
• Good communication collaboration and analytical skills;
• Ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.

You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business were an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.