Lead Buyer

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 80000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Take on a new challenge and apply your procurement and negotiation expertise in a new cutting-edge field. Youll work alongside collaborative and forward-thinking teammates.

Youll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth procurement of goods and services that are critical to our operations. Day-to-day youll work closely with teams across the business (e.g. engineering supply chain and project management) negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best value and ensure compliance with company policies and standards.

Youll specifically take care of supplier selection and contract management but also contribute to cost optimization strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage specific supplier panel relationship including negotiation and specific agreements and performances
• Active participation to commodity strategy and panel elaboration
• Support of Commodity Manager in tender phase
• Represent the commodities towards projects platforms and solutions.
• Preparation and launch of Request For Quotation with suppliers using the standard tool
• Monitor sourcing project QCDT & legal project evolution (FAI Business Award Product development)
• Apply a detailed knowledge of SAP to manage and record the sourcing activities

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 in Engineering Supply Chain Management or a related field
• Experience or understanding of procurement processes and supplier management
• Knowledge of contract negotiation and management
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. SAP) and procurement tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

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.