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Date: 23 Oct 2026

Location: Plattsburgh, NY, US

Company: Alstom

At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can't afford to fail. We're more than 85,000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.
 

 

More Than a Job: A Mission

We are looking for a passionate Buyer who thrives on driving procurement excellence and building strong supplier partnerships. You will join a team dedicated to delivering sustainable, high-quality rail solutions that move cities and people forward. As part of a global network, you’ll help shape the future of mobility through strategic sourcing and operational precision.

Your Role, Your Impact

  • Lead supplier negotiations to ensure cost efficiency and long-term value creation.
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to align procurement strategies with project needs.
  • Ensure reliability of supply through proactive risk management and supplier performance monitoring.
  • Drive innovation by identifying and onboarding new suppliers with advanced technologies and sustainable practices.
  • Promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement across the procurement community.
You'll work with sharp, committed teams solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility, ensuring seamless integration of business and technology.

What You Bring

  • Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems for procurement management.
  • Strong understanding of strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management.
  • Ability to analyze cost structures and implement value engineering initiatives.
  • Experience with contract negotiation and compliance within industrial supply chains.
  • Collaborative mindset with a focus on cross-functional teamwork and communication.

How Success Is Measured

  • On-time delivery of materials aligned with project schedules.
  • Effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and supplier networks.
  • Reduction in procurement costs and improvement in supplier performance metrics.

Alstom, A Great Place to Grow

  • Access to cutting-edge procurement technologies and digital tools.
  • Global impact through local sourcing initiatives supporting sustainable mobility.
  • Career advancement through continuous learning and professional development programs.
  • Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 USD

 

In accordance with New York State pay transparency requirements, the anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 USD. Actual compensation will be based on factors including experience, education, qualifications, skills, and internal equity.

This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus opportunities, incentive compensation, benefits, or other forms of compensation.

Here, progress isn't always easy but the impact is real. Because the scale is massive, the tasks are complex when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.
 


Nearest Major Market: Plattsburgh
Job Segment: Strategic Sourcing, Risk Management, SAP, Equity, ERP, Operations, Finance, Technology

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