Lead Buyer, Civil

ALSTOM Gruppe; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A global transportation solutions provider is seeking a full-time Lead Buyer – Civil in Toronto, ON. You will manage supplier contracts and execute procurement strategies for Civil Works, ensuring quality and cost objectives. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in Purchasing or Engineering and 5-10 years of relevant experience. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and innovation.

Benefits

Flexible and inclusive working environment

Competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

Award-winning learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in the industry, with at least three years in purchasing roles.
• Technical expertise and market knowledge of Civil Works or subcontractor management (preferred).
• Fluency in English with an international mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the supplier selection process and manage supplier contracts.
• Support project management for the Civil Works commodity.
• Negotiate with suppliers in complex environments.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Interpersonal skills

Strategic vision development

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Purchasing or Engineering

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., GSI, ARIBA)

Job description

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Lead Buyer, Civil

Date: 27 Aug 2025

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Company: Alstom

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 Lead Buyer – Civil in Toronto, ON we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your procurement and supplier management expertise in a dynamic and impactful field. You’ll work alongside collaborative, innovative, and results-driven teammates.

You'll play a key role in shaping Alstom’s procurement strategies for Civil Works, ensuring supplier excellence, and driving value through strategic partnerships. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (engineering, project management, quality teams), negotiate contracts with suppliers, and oversee supplier performance to achieve Quality, Cost, Delivery & Technical (QCDT) objectives, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of managing supplier contracts and executing procurement strategies, but also contribute to the development of innovative supplier solutions to differentiate Alstom in the market.

We’ll look to you for:

Leading the supplier selection process and managing supplier contracts from creation through execution.

Supporting project management for the Civil Works commodity and consolidating project needs.

Contributing to commodity strategy and supplier panel development.

Negotiating with top-tier suppliers in complex and challenging environments.

Monitoring procurement project QCDT and legal project evolution.

Ensuring on-time delivery and quality, particularly during ramp-up phases.

Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships while fostering innovation and performance improvements.

Managing supplier risks and implementing mitigation plans.

Promoting Alstom’s Code of Ethics and ensuring adherence to ethical procurement practices.

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:

A bachelor’s degree in Purchasing or Engineering, or a related field.

5 to 10 years of experience in the industry, with at least three years in purchasing roles.

Technical expertise and market knowledge of Civil Works or subcontractor management (preferred).

Strong interpersonal skills, including leadership, communication, and the ability to influence and convince stakeholders.

Experience working in a matrix environment and collaborating across functions.

Proficiency in negotiation and strategic vision development.

Fluency in English with an international mindset.

Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., GSI, ARIBA).

A results-oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering on objectives.

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.

Work with cutting-edge procurement processes and strategies.

Collaborate with transversal teams and supportive colleagues.

Contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of mobility.

Utilise our flexible and inclusive working environment.

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

Benefit from our investment in your development through award-winning learning opportunities.

Progress towards leadership roles or specialized procurement expertise.

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