Material Planning Officer

Req ID:456381

Leading societies to a low carbon future Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains metros monorail and trams to integrated systems customised services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring responsible and innovative company where more than 80000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide

Purpose of the Job

The main responsibility of this role is to manage the material planning documents for both internal and external suppliers and to follow up the whole delivery process until the material is well-received making sure that the material data is accurately maintained the stakeholders are informed of the delivery and the materials are delivered at the right time and place based on Company needs.

This role will also need to work closely with suppliers in order to have a full visibility on material deliveries monitor suppliers performance and drive the improvement plan. Therefore report creation data visualization and data analysis are another area required to be performed by Material Planner.

Key responsibilities

Material Planning Document Administration and Data Maintenance

• Internal suppliers: Manage Purchase Requisition flow up to Material Planning documents
• External suppliers: Follow up with Sourcing the Purchase Requisition level maturity in order to launch Material Planning documents
• Ensure and update the accuracy of material planning master data (in compliance with stock and logistic constraints)
• Create the Material Planning documents (Call-off Schedule Agreement) & respective Source List
• Resolve Goods Receipts issues with the applied means of communication (overstock shortage damage documentation quantity mismatch Invoices etc.)

Material Delivery Follow Up and Material Planning

• Express delivery needs to Suppliers
• Communicate the Material Planning documents to Suppliers and follow Suppliers confirmation
• Analyze Suppliers confirmations vs. Companyneeds and evaluate the risk/impact anticipation on production/projects
• Follow up deliveries and ensure the availability of goods for Alstom projects
• Maintain delivery dates in ERP
• Identify priorities associated with risk/impact anticipation and set up recovery actions
• Maintain a routine with suppliers via email meeting or call to check the status of deliveries
• Analyze and manage MRP exception messages and anticipate supply problems (backlogs shortages no demand).

Supplier Performance Management & Data Analysis

• Monitor Suppliers performances KPIs
• Analyze and share deliveries performances KPIs with different stakeholders (Internal & External)
• Collaborate with Material Planning Management/SDPM to validate worst Suppliers and define appropriate action plan
• Participate/lead to Suppliers performances improvement (animation)
• Create and develop various kinds of report and data visualization both on a regular basis and on demand.
• Perform data analysis and present the findings to stakeholders including people from the management team

Continuous Improvement Digitalization and GBC Academy

• Implement Digitization Tools - Artificial intelligence Power BI and MS Power Platforms to improve work productivity and efficiency
• Translate business requirements to digital solutions
• Provide data-driven advice to business
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives AND/OR Global Business CenterAcademyprojects as assigned by line manager

Education

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Marketing Supply Chain Arts Humanity Financial Economics or any related field

Relevant experience required

• 0-5years of experience as a BUYER or PURCHASER or working in an EXPEDITING ORDER PROCESSING CUSTOMER SERVICE or OTHER related functions
• Desirable: Experience in SAP and MS Excel (pivot table and XLookup)

• Understanding in Supply Chain concepts and process continuous improvement

• Strong communication skills in English

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrows mobility. Thats why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day we are building an agile inclusive and responsible culture where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn grow and advance in their careers with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose

Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race colour religion gender sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability status or any other characteristic protected by local law.