VIE - Buyer (m/f)

Req ID:528811 

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.

Could you be the full-time Buyer in Vasteras or Stockholm we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your procurement and negotiation expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside dynamic and collaborative teammates. You'll drive impactful supplier relationships and contribute to the successful execution of global procurement strategies. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (commodity management, engineering, supply chain, project management, finance and more), coordinate supplier negotiations, and support the development of innovative commodity strategies—and much more."

We’ll look to you for:

Procurement Strategy & Sourcing

• • Manage the complete sourcing cycle from supplier identification through contract award and supplier performance management.
  • Lead RFQs, commercial negotiations, cost optimization initiatives, and supplier selection in accordance with Alstom sourcing processes.
  • Support commodity strategy deployment and contribute to supplier panel development.
  • Ensure compliance with Procurement, Ethics & Compliance, Sustainability, Quality, and EHS requirements
  • Accountable for achieving annual procurement savings targets, identifying cost optimization opportunities, negotiating best total cost solutions, and contributing to project and business profitability through effective supplier management and sourcing strategies

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:

• Degree in purchasing, engineering, project management, finance, business administration, or equivalent,

• Experience or understanding of procurement, project management, and supplier relationship management ,

• Knowledge of SAP (preferred) and MS Office ,

• Familiarity with railway industry practices and Alstom products (an asset) ,

• Adaptability and ability to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment ,

• Fluency in English

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:

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues ,

• Work with global supplier panels and cross-functional teams to drive procurement strategies and supplier relationships ,

• Progress towards becoming a key contributor to Alstom's sourcing excellence and project success ,

• Utilise our dynamic and inclusive working environment ,

• Contribute to innovative projects,

• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries,

• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

All internal employees must inform their Line Managers when applying. 

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.

Job Type:​Experienced​