JOB TITLE & JOB CODE

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

• 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.
• 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).
• 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.
• 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.
• Presentation skills on technical matters to management, team and Stakeholders.
• 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.