Buyer Indirect
Date: 29 Mar 2026
Company: 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
Purpose of the Job
Deploy of commodities strategy ensuring project execution in line with QCD objectives. Pilot local contractual relationships with suppliers. Identify all potential business synergies
Key Responsibilities
Identification of project and business needs.
Preparation and launch of Request For Quotation with suppliers using the standard tool
Negotiation of cost reduction with suppliers
Inputs provider/contributor for order placement
Ensure QCD targets achievement, CONQ (Cost Of Non Quality) & claims management
Lead supplier QCD performance reviews
Management of initial issues before escalation to line manager
Respect Alstom Transport code of ethics and guidelines
Commodity Support on Site
Consolidation of commodity needs
Active participation to commodity strategy and panel elaboration
Support of Commodity Manager in tender phase
Represent the commodities towards projects, platforms and solutions.
Effective teamwork with internal customers and stakeholders in problem solving
Apply the Alstom Sourcing processes, and provide return on experience.
Involvement in Projects/Tenders
Closely work with sourcing project/tender representatives (Project Sourcing Manager, Tender Sourcing Leader)
Ensure work package commitment respect
Knowledge & Experience
Buyer experience: minimum 3-4 years
Installations activities environment knowledge is a must
Business school or Engineering degree
Fluent English and international background is a must
Good interpersonal skills
Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. 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. 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.
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