RSC Platforms Product Variability & Configuration Change Manager
Alstom
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 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide
For Platformswe are currently looking for a motivated and enthusiastic RSC High Speed Platform Product Variability & Configuration Change Manager at Savigliano site in Italy
Product Variability & Configuration Change Manager is needed to support at TDS level the product variability definition and configuration change through ongoing projects and product development strategy, as expected in Alstom organisation and reinforced by Impact 30 program.
The Product Variability & Configuration Change Manager is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and evolving the product configuration baseline throughout the product lifecycle. He/she is also responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing the product variability model and associated digital tools (such as PLEiADE, DOORS, PLM4A) to support modular product architectures, efficient configuration management, and robust change processes.
This role ensures robust change management, configuration control, and traceability from pre-tendering through project execution and sustaining phases. The Product CCM acts as the guardian of product integrity, ensuring that all changes are controlled, documented, and aligned with business, technical, and customer requirements.
This role enables product re‑use, standardization, and digital continuity across the product lifecycle, supporting the organization’s platforming and modularization strategy.
Configuration & Variability Management
Establish and maintain the product baseline as the base Configuration Item List.
Ensure the consistency and integrity of the product baseline across all lifecycle stages (As‑Offerable, As‑Sold, As‑Built, As‑Required, As‑Designed, As‑Administered).
Oversee the handover of As‑Built configuration to Service teams.
Maintain digital continuity and traceability between engineering, industrialization, and service.
Variability Model Development & Maintenance: Continuously improve the product variability model in digital tools (PLEiADE, DOORS, PLM4A, etc.), Change Control
Lead and coordinate Product Change Control Boards (CCBs) to ensure no uncontrolled deviation from the product referential or from what has been sold.
Support risk assessment and mitigation planning related to configuration and change management.
Actively support the Project and Service CCBs.
Support pre‑tendering, tender, project, and sustaining phases by ensuring configuration and change management deliverables are met.
Collaborate with Product Directors, Chief Engineers, Program Managers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on configuration and change issues.
Deploy and maintain configuration management tools (e.g., PLM4A, DOORS, PLEiADE) to support digital product governance and ensure seamless integration and digital continuity between engineering, industrialization, and service functions.
Engineering Tools Oversight: Own and maintain CAD, PLM, ERP, or simulation tools used in product development and manufacturing.
Training & Support: Provide training and support to engineering teams on tool usage and best practices.
Compliance & Quality
Ensure adherence to internal and external standards, processes, and regulatory requirements.
Support audits and reviews related to configuration and change management.
Strong knowledge of configuration management principles, change control processes, and product lifecycle management (PLM) systems.
Strong knowledge of digital tools for configuration management (e.g., PLM4A, DOORS, PLEiADE).
Strong understanding of product lifecycle management (PLM), configuration management, and variant modeling.
Excellent stakeholder management & cross‑functional collaboration skills; Proactive in driving change, anticipating risks, and ensuring robust governance.
Capable of supporting a culture of continuous improvement and digital transformation.
Project Management
Experience supporting projects through all lifecycle phases, from pre‑tendering to sustaining.
Product Director (direct report)
Product Manager
That’s 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. 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.
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