Project Procurement Manager (f/m/d)

Req ID:463573 

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 Project Procurement Manager (f/m/d) in Berlin we’re looking for?

Your Future Role

Ernst-Reuter-Platz 6, in the heart of Berlin, is home to Alstom's DACH regional headquarters. Up to 500 colleagues of more than 40 nationalities work here, focusing on project management, business development, and regional strategy, with a special emphasis on rail digitalization. Our product line Digital & Integrated Systems (D&IS) answers worldwide mobility challenges for passengers and freight transportation through digitalization. You’ll report to Site Procurement Manager D&IS Onboard D&IS Site Procurement  and work alongside a dedicated and enthusiastic team.

We’ll look for you to:

Manage the Sourcing Activity of the Project:

• Ensure that the overall QCD targets of the WP material under your responsibility are met.

• Participate in the project management committee.

• Incorporate PSCL output into the overall picture of the project (availability of purchaser requests on time and on quality for take-over by the buyers, availability of the material for the first train, and consolidation of the logistical conditions).

• Promote the Alstom Code of Ethics and adhere to the highest standards of ethical conduct.

Communicate Project Needs and Ensure They Are Properly Taken Into Account:

• Organize launch meetings with Train Sub-Systems and Domains.

• Challenge new gaps compared to tender commitments, incorporate Return on Experience, escalate any critical delays in specification availability, facilitate cooperation between Engineering and Sourcing, and request arbitration in case of conflict.

• Publish specific legal requirements to be taken into account in negotiations, after analyzing the customer-specific demands and making a decision with the PM on whether to flow down (or not) these requirements to the suppliers.

Define and Implement the Project Sourcing Strategy in Full Respect of QCD Commitments:

• Establish and agree with the PM on a Project Sourcing Strategy (if not done at the tender stage), in line with the Platform Sourcing strategy (panel, LCC objectives, dual sources).

• Animate supplier selection through the Business Award process and request arbitration when relevant.

• Based on SSM, buyer, and SPQD output, supervise the execution of contracts with selected suppliers until the FAI milestone.

Manage the Material Work Package:

• Review the QCD material scope (Work packages) with stakeholders periodically, establishing a robust “at completion” vision, taking into account risks, ambitions, and uncertainties.

• Establish bridge analysis at each SPR cycle.

• Engage in the claim process for the CONQ S2 incidents.

Lead Cost Improvement Plans:

• Challenge stakeholders (project, engineering, TSS, buyers) to collect cost optimization proposals in addition to the plan of the Project Sourcing Strategy.

• Ensure that actions are documented and savings calculated on a total cost of ownership basis.

• Organize decision-making on proposed actions and allow arbitration at the PM level in case of conflicts, or at the Platform level if major opportunities persist.

Report/KPI:

• Prepare PM/SSD Review based on standard KPIs.

• Organize SPR preparation and request validation to PlSD.

• At significant project progress (SPR3), formalize the return of experience to the Reference Library and further tenders.

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:

• MASTER in purchasing or equivalent (engineering, project management)

• Interest in technical field

• Experience in Project, Sourcing, Engineering, Quality

• Ability to work in a matrix environment

• Communication skills & Team spirit

• Ability to challenge

• Results oriented

• Rigorous and structured

• International mindset

• Fluent in English & German

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:

• Experience a dynamic work environment with a permanent position at a leading company for green mobility

• Enjoy a competitive remuneration package, 30 days of vacation, and benefits such as company pension plans and subsidized “Deutschlandticket” (Job Ticket)

• Work in our modern headquarter at Ernst-Reuter-Platz with excellent public transportation access

• Optimise work-life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working models

• Explore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countries

• Benefit from excellent training opportunities through our award-winning Alstom University and participate in the company's innovation culture through idea management programmes

• Thrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programs, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR activities, and engaging employee events

• Access to corporate benefits

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!

Equal Opportunities Statement

As an employer, Alstom stands for equal opportunities. By creating an inclusive work environment where all employees are encouraged to realise their full potential, individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants are considered solely on the basis of their qualifications, regardless of skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.