GPSS Direct Buyer

JOB TITLE & JOB CODE

Job Title (Job Code): GSS Direct buyer

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• Manages and coordinates Procurement Operations for Direct Material and Services across multiple sites/countries, for all projects and industrial activities in a geographical scope
• Develops and executes action plans to continuously improve QCD performance.
• Supports the procurement organization in all related processes, including the negotiation preparation and Supplier performance monitoring (QCDT)
• Working in SAP (GSI) for Purchase order placement, ALTES or ARIBA for eRFQs, other systems for Vendor Creation, documentation management.

ORGANISATION

Organization structure (job belongs to..)

Procurement / Global shared services, Efficiency and Digital transformation

Reports directly to:

GSS Direct Procurement Operations manager

Other reporting to:

NA

Direct reports:

NA

Network & Links Procurement local/central team, Project team, Industrial, Planning, Supplier Quality, Supply Chain, Legal, Finance, Engineering, and Train Sub System for RS/Compo & Services

Internal

• GSS extended leadership team
• Strong links and common processes with SC2 (GSS Supply chain)
• Strong links with stakeholders in his scope (PRSM, Commodity buyers, Commodity manager's teams)
• Well connected to the Tools KU networks

External

• Suppliers
• Business associations

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES  

• Procurement operations:
  • Validates purchase requisitions completeness in coordination with Project teams
  • Conducts Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposal (RFP)
  • Preparation and launch of Request For Quotation with suppliers using the standard tool
  • Vendor selection / Evaluation / negotiation of contract (within threshold value) / Business case preparation and follow DOA approval flow
  • Vendor onboarding until panel validation
  • Creates and manages Purchase orders and Amendments

• Supplier relationship:
  • Supports preparation of supplier(s) negotiations
  • Creates monthly reports and ad'hoc reports on Supplier performance and Procurement KPI’s
  • Promotes the Alstom Code of Ethics and adhering to the highest standards of ethical conduct.

• Processes / Tools / Knowledge Management
  • Applies consistently the Procurement processes and tools
  • Applies best practices in Work package and E2E management and contributes to their enrichment with peers and Procurement organisation
  • Identifies problems and suggest solutions

• Developing oneself and get exposure
  • Deep understanding of business practices in Procurement
  • Generates innovative ideas for increased process efficiency & reduction in cost
  • Deep understanding of processes and tools
  • Exposure to the Procurement organization (internally) and externally (suppliers)
  • Handle small projects or saving initiatives

 MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES

Educational Requirements   Business Degree or similar complemented by a demonstrated track record

Mandatory:

• Engineering Degree ( BE/ B Tech)

Desirable:

• Procurement and Supply chain education/trainings/certificates

Experience  

3-5 years of experience in Direct Procurement in Industry sector

Mandatory:

• Knowledge and hands on experience in manufacturing processes
• Comprehensive knowledge of commodities.
• Good knowledge on Raw Material price scenarios, Machinery and Labour rates

Desirable:

• Knowledgeable of SAP systems
• Logistics & warehouse management rules

Competencies & Skills Describe the needed skills (technical & behavioral)

• Expert in SAP
• Fluent English & International background is a must
• Strong collaboration skills
• Presentation skills on technical matters to management, team and Stake holders
• Willingness to take initiatives / Ability to exercise independent judgment
• Adequate exposure to tools like MS Excel and BI
• Solid level in Microsoft Office Applications, E-mail application, Working knowledge of ERP systems, eProcurement tools,