Contract Manager

Req ID:486498 

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 Contract Manager in Camden, NJ, US we’re looking for?

Your future role

"Take on a new challenge and apply your contract management and operational analysis expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and results-driven teammates.
You'll play a pivotal role in overseeing operations and maintenance contracts, procurement, and storeroom operations while ensuring financial and operational excellence. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Superintendents, General Manager, and New Jersey Transit), develop and implement financial control procedures, and direct configuration control for systems—and much more."

We’ll look to you for:

• Directing the contract administration with New Jersey Transit and overseeing the administration of operations and maintenance contracts. ,

• Implementing and administering procurement and storeroom operations. ,

• Developing and directing operational analysis with the goal of improving overall functionality. ,

• Interacting with Superintendents and the General Manager to ensure alignment with organizational goals. ,

• Implementing financial control procedures for all SNJLRT activities to meet contract requirements within the budget. ,

• Overseeing the development of budgets and ensuring adherence to financial guidelines. ,

• Providing 24/7 availability for direction over the phone or in person on-site, as required. ,

• Supervising and managing teams to ensure efficient operations and contract compliance. ,

• Ensuring continuous improvement and adaptability in response to operational challenges."

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:

• Degree in Industrial Engineering, Cost Accounting, Business/Contract Administration, or other related fields. ,

• Experience or understanding of contract administration, procurement, and storeroom operations. ,

• Knowledge of operational analysis and financial control procedures. ,

• Familiarity with business systems like Maximo. ,

• Resilience and adaptability to manage on-call responsibilities 24/7. ,

• Supervisory or management experience. ,

• Continuous learning mindset to improve operations and meet contract requirements. ,

• Analytical thinking to direct configuration control and system functionality.

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:

• Work with New Jersey Transit and oversee operations and maintenance contracts ,

• Progress towards leadership in contract administration, operational analysis, and procurement excellence ,

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines ,

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues ,

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

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.

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. 
 

Job Type:​Experienced​