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, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time onsite in Atlanta, GA, US we're looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your comprehensive procurement expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You'll work alongside dedicated and collaborative teammates. You'll be instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation of the world's busiest airport's automated people mover system, contributing to the seamless travel experience of the public. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with teams across the business (such as Engineering, Finance, and Quality Assurance), set up and manage the full supplier selection process, monitor Procurement project QCDT & legal project evolution, and much more.

We'll look to you for:

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  Implementing and overseeing the full supplier selection process,

  
  
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  Creating comprehensive supplier contracts and managing their execution,

  
  
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  Monitoring and reporting on the Procurement project's Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Technical (QCDT) and legal project evolution,

  
  
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  Deploying and aligning with the commodities strategy,

  
  
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  Facilitating effective teamwork with internal customers and stakeholders in problem-solving scenarios,

  
  
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  Supporting and managing supplier Panel relationships, including workload assessment, negotiation, and specific agreements,

  
  
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  Assessing and mitigating risks associated with suppliers, including the development of mitigation plans.

  
  

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

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  Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement or similar,

  
  
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  Experience or understanding of SAP (mandatory),

  
  
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  Knowledge of Contract Management awareness,

  
  
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  Customer Service skills, ability to maintain good relationship with vendors,

  
  
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  Knowledge or experience in parts sourcing at commodities level,

  
  
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  Strong negotiation skills,

  
  
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  Effective communication and team collaboration skills.

  
  

Things you'll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also:

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  Work with cutting-edge procurement systems and processes at the heart of a bustling transportation hub,

  
  
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  Progress towards becoming a pivotal player in global supply chain management,

  
  
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  Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries,

  
  
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  Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension).

  
  

You don't 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, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

Important to note

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