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Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, trams, and e-buses to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide.

For our Rome site in Italy, we are currently looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Buyer.

Purpose of the Job:

Deploy commodities strategy focusing on Installation activities subcontracts within the Signaling and Infrastructure business. Ensure project execution aligns with QCD objectives. Pilot local contractual relationships with suppliers and identify potential business synergies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Identification of project and business needs.
2. Preparation and launch of Request For Quotation with suppliers using the standard tool.
3. Negotiation of cost reduction with suppliers.
4. Provide inputs for order placement.
5. Ensure QCD targets achievement, manage CONQ (Cost Of Non Quality) & claims.
6. Lead supplier QCD performance reviews.
7. Management of initial issues before escalation to line manager.
8. Respect Alstom Transport code of ethics and guidelines.

Commodity support on site:

1. Consolidation of commodity needs.
2. Active participation in commodity strategy and panel elaboration.
3. Support of Commodity Manager in tender phase.
4. Represent the commodities towards projects, platforms, and solutions.
5. Effective teamwork with internal customers and stakeholders in problem-solving.
6. Apply the Alstom Sourcing processes and provide return on experience.

Involvement in projects/tenders:

1. Work closely with sourcing project/tender representatives (Project Sourcing Manager, Tender Sourcing Leader).
2. Ensure work package commitment respect.

Knowledge & Experience:

1. 3-4 years of Buyer experience.
2. Knowledge of installation activities environment is a must.
3. Experience in Signaling and Infrastructure / Civil works companies is highly valued.
4. Business school or Engineering degree.
5. Fluent English and international background is essential.
6. Good interpersonal skills.

Why Alstom?

Alstom is the leading company in the railway sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. We value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. We are building an agile, inclusive, and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow, and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

We are acting…

AGILE

1. You actively identify issues and risks and develop correction plans.
2. You are a problem solver.
3. You act process-minded, data-driven, and fact-based.

INCLUSIVE

1. You excel in collaboration and communication.
2. You actively support inclusion.

RESPONSIBLE

1. Safety first.
2. You are all responsible to make it happen.
3. You adhere to the highest ethics and compliance rules.

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