PROJECT INDUSTRIAL SOURCING MANAGER

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INTRODUCTION

In Belgium, Alstom is active in the design and manufacture of equipment, electrical and electronic systems for rolling stock equipment and railway signalling. Alstom Belgium has developed two centers of excellence: one for auxiliary converters, traction systems & low voltage cabinets, and the second for signalling systems for main lines and ETCS (European Train Control System) / ERTMS (European Rail Traffic Management System).

Alstom Belgium also offers the operators its expertise in maintenance services and renovation. The Charleroi teams have a good knowledge and reputation in project management all over the world. With nearly 1000 employees, including 500 engineers, Alstom Belgium is the largest rail production site in Belgium.

POSITION OVERVIEW:  

The Project Industrial Sourcing Manager is owner of the Industrial & Sourcing work package of the project. He ensures that the products (generic- & customized products & installation materials) including notably documentation, certificates are delivered to the project stakeholders (Process & Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing, Field Operations, Project Management Office), and secures the product maturity at each stage of the process and specially before transfer (Technology-, Workload Transfer or Outsourcing) according to project QCD commitments.

The job holder will hierarchical report to the Industrial Tenders & Projects Operations Manager. Functional report during tender phase to the BID Manager and during project execution toward the Project Manager.

Natwork & Links :

• Member of the project core team.
• Within the site organization: Tender team, Engineering, Process Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Sourcing, Product Manager, and Field Operations.
• Outside the site organization: other ALSTOM units, Joint Ventures, Suppliers

MISSION:

Objectives :

On time delivery of the tender in line with the expected performance, and including return of experience of previous projects. Keep committed QCD performances of the tender during the project lifecycle for the Industrial & Sourcing work package. Assure product industrial maturity and transferability (if applicable) within the DFQ process, data maturity (BoM, documentations, instructions …), and – exhaustibility this following the agreed standards.

Measurement :

Within tender phase: (if applicable)

• Tender planning & milestones are respected by the Industrial & Sourcing teams
• On time delivery of the consolidated tender toward tender team

Within New Product Introduction (NPI) and (pre-) serial phase:

• DFQ milestones following project planning
• Industrial Maturity Follow Up (IMFU): bill of material including Part Maturity Follow up (PMFU), assembly accuracy, spent time …
• Product & Data maturity validation “AS Built” – “As Designed”
• On Time Delivery of the product & data
• Industrial & Sourcing work package cost monitoring
• Risk & opportunity register
• Satisfaction of the project stakeholders

Within transfer phase: (if applicable)

• DFQ-T milestones following the transfer planning
• On time delivery of the data to transfer (product, Industrial, sourcing…) Do It Right The First Time (DRIFT)
• Training, manufacturing launch and ramp up of the receiver
• Transfer operations work package cost monitoring
• Risk & opportunity register
• Satisfaction of the receivers

Responsibilities :

Prepares and drives (if applicable) the tender.

Through collaboration and monitoring:

• Ensure that necessary input data allowing respect of QCD commitment are consistently and timely made available by other tender contributors (Industrialisation, Manufacturing, Data Management…).
• On time delivery and consolidation of the detailed tender for the Industrial and Souring scope.

Prepares and drives the New Product Introduction (NPI) and (pre-) serial phase:

Through coordination and supervision of:

• Definition of industrial scheme and related make or buy strategy
• Process and Manufacturing Engineering: manufacturing process, -line, -time, and work instructions …
• Sourcing: defines and implements with buyers the Sourcing Improvement Plan (ASIP)
• Supply chain: defines and implements Logistic Strategy, (long lead time items, material procurement) as to deliver the products, components, and sub-systems on time, following the industrial planning and optimizing the working capital (inventory, WIP)
• Industrial Operations, in charge of the following tasks: drive & supervision of material procurement, products manufacturing and testing, logistic & shipment, as well as respecting EHS regulations, and ensuring continuous improvement (APSYS)
• Coordinate the implementation of any retrofit plan needed for material part of the industrial work package and assure traceability of the retrofit application.

Through collaboration and monitoring:

• On time delivery and completeness of detailed design, (under PrEM responsibility) for industrial, and or manufacturing
• Ensure that necessary input data allowing respect of QCD commitment are consistently and timely made available by other project contributors (such as BoM, test instructions, self-inspections sheets, requirement specifications …). In particular, monitor the development and Industrialization on new or modified products used by the project and keep the coherency with the Project Industrial schedule. Coordinates mitigation plan when needed to limit risks and identify saving opportunities.

Prepares and drives (if applicable) the transfer of the validated product done during NPI or Pre-serial.

Through execution and coordination of:

• Transfer process from Business Case until transfer closure meeting
• Prepare specific transfer documentation (transfer plan, training module …)
• Training and assistance missions toward receivers
• Transfer planning as agreed with the project, and integrated within the global project planning
• Monitor and assure that the internal actions are done in time to secure project execution by receiver (DQ/RFC)
• Propose & implement project transfer improvement plans or mitigation plans in case of difficulties
• Privileged focal point of communication toward internal and external receivers, and responsible of receivers QCD performance.
• Assure right configuration and traceability of product delivered by the receivers toward the projects, and implement retrofit plan with receiver if needed
• Use and respect the known set of tools and templates of the process

SKILLS & EDUCATION

Educational Requirements

Electro – Mechanical Engineer or equivalent trough experience.

Technical Knowledge / Experience

• Good knowledge of wired systems: harness, looms and cubicles including auxiliary- traction converters, as well as signalling equipment’s
• At least 2 years’ experience as (Product / Process / Manufacturing) Engineer within an industrial organization
• Relevant knowledge or experience of project management is a must.
• Experience of supplier -, and quality management is an asset.

Behavioural and Skills / Competencies

• Autonomous, organized and hands on mentality.
• Team player, effective in communication
• Fluent in English is a must, any other language will be considered as an asset.
• Excellent knowledge of MS office
• Knowledge of ERP / MRP tools (SAP) and or PLM, PDM tools (Team Center, VPM, ENOVIA…) is an asset

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?  

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