Buyer (f/m/d)

Req ID:417646 

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 70 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the Buyer (f/m/d) in Siegen we're looking for?

Your future role

In charge of a commodity for the Site Siegen, as a Buyer you will be the key interface between Suppliers, internal Functions and Projects.

The role covers the full scope of Procurement activity from the development of strategies locally to the first delivery and management of contracts.

Day-to-day you'll work closely with teams across the business like: Supplier Quality Assurance, Engineering, Project Managers, Project Procurement Managers, Material Planners, Logistics, etc) and you will take full ownership of the supplier relationship for the contracts they manage. 

We’ll look to you for:

• Apply and adapt the global procurement strategy to the local needs
• Manage your commodity from the bids phase to the first delivery
• Work with internal stakeholders to define requirements in order to send out detailed RFQ
• Ensure all selected suppliers are compliant to service level agreements
• Establish and manage contractual framework
• Supplier evaluation and assessment
• Report and immediately respond to unforeseen supply failures

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: 

• Completed commercial or technical training with experience in purchasing.
• Relevant experience in a previous role, within the manufacturing industry
• English and German language required. Other languages are a plus.
• Capable of leading negotiations for high value contracts
• Strong knowledge of the key aspects of the RFI/RFQ sourcing process
• Ability to understand value streams, cost drivers and how to break down cost structures
• Ability to understand and develop legal contracts
• Results driven, self- starter, problem solver with proven ability to drive projects to a successful conclusion
• Team oriented and excellent communication skills are essential
• Flexibility to travel on short notice
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft office products with an emphasis on Excel.
• SAP experiences desirable
• Driver licens

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:

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues 
• Work together with motivated and helpfull colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our hybrid working enviroment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learnin
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension) 

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 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

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.