Head of Supply Chain (TSSSA_CRRC)

Req ID:514412 

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

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

Ensures appropriate parts scheduling, purchase parts deliveries and logistic flows in order to make material available when needed, and according to company cash objectives.

POSITION IN THE ORGANIZATION – 

MAIN OFFICE LOCATION: 

• Located in Nigel (Ekurhuleni) at the production site 
• May also be required to visit suppliers and other Alstom sites/offices
• Work with Cross Functional Teams such as Procurement, Sourcing, Quality, Fleet management, Production / Operations, Project Manager, Engineering, Industrial, Human Resources, Finance, etc.

NETWORK & LINKS:

• The link to Country Supply Chain team (Cluster / Gibela / Ubunye) is strong, due to the expertise on métier & IS tool.
• The link with the logistics team is permanent, for capturing defects, contain them & escalade if necessary.
• The link with the other KUs is important ensuring the consistence of processes and tool within the site (Co localization) according to rules given by Central Supply Chain Team.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Support Sourcing Manager in leading the team
• Play in leading role in Sourcing Projects (RFx) supporting the Buyer
• To execute day-to-day buying at a specific region and ensure that purchasing transactions are directed through the correct procure-to-pay channel (e.g., emergency order vs pre-sourced order).
• Integrated in each domain team, the Buyer will deploy commodity strategy to serve local requirements while keeping in line with the Global Strategy at Central (ALSTOM)
• The Lead Buyer will also be required to manage the contractual relationship with suppliers. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that employees operate in an environment that complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies
• Manage the physical flow whether internally managed or subcontracted, and ensure the compliance of those activities with AZDP standards (Alstom Zero Deviation Plan)
• Insure material availability through adequate planning strategies, procurement and physical flow management
• Optimize hard inventory
• Coordinate suppliers deliveries plan for her / his platform
• Manage her / his team : calculate workload, define priorities, implement development plans
• Manage the material work package providing QCD commitments
• Is responsible for the physical inventory accuracy, applying Alstom rules in terms of counting
• Defines and deploys her / his continuous improvement roadmap according to APSYS standards
• Ensure integrity of data needed to run efficient MRP (material resource planning)
• Provide reporting to management for the various supply chain KPI
• Can be involved in front of customer for audits or action plans presentation and follow-up
• If relevant for her / his platform, coordinate Master Production and Repair Schedule definition and monitor schedule and shipments execution in order to achieve on time delivery targets and to ensure customer satisfaction

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS/DESIRED KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE & BEHAVIOUR

• Masters in Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in Supply Chain, or same/similar Industry work experience (e.g., quality/engineering/costing/ etc).
• Supply Chain Professional background and/or Quality /procurement/technical background.

• Solid working experience, with supply chain exposure (manufacturing / automotive / rail industries preferred), with at least 3 years in management

• Fluent English
• International mind-set
• Communication (both verbal and non-verbal)
• Internal and external influencing skills
• Pro-active, autonomous
• Ability to work in complex organization and to manage wide transversal network
• Negotiation Skills
• Strategic vision
• Ability to work independently
• Willingness to travel

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES 

• Strong leadership
• Cross Functional coordination between external and internal stakeholders
• Can drive the Change/ is a Change Agent
• Autonomous
• Agile and innovative, open to new concepts to improve overall Supplier ED performance
• Able to get global vision of the business, risks & opportunities
• Ability to train and advise

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.