Project Supply Chain Lead

Alstom; Toronto; Presencial; CAD 105 000 - 135 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Alstom is seeking a seasoned Supply Chain and Project Materials Manager to drive material delivery and governance on Canada’s large transit transformation programs.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Installation, and Project Managers to ensure QCD commitments are met and risk is mitigated. This role requires leadership of a PMM team and regular coordination across functions, including Kingston-related interfaces.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain or related field; Master’s degree is an asset.
• 8–10+ years of experience in project material management or project supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of project schedules, material planning and procurement interfaces.
• Experience working with ERP solutions (SAP preferred) and inventory processes.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and coordinate Supply Chain activities across the project portfolio.
• Ensure alignment between project requirements and Supply Chain execution from start to delivery.
• Set up and synchronize Supply Chain processes with industrial requirements.
• Drive project material demand and end-to-end retro-planning based on BOM and maturity.
• Manage PMMs, budgets, risks, and performance KPIs across teams.

Conhecimentos

Supply chain management

Project management

Team leadership

ERP SAP

Budget management

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master’s degree asset

Ferramentas

SAP

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Req ID: 531524

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.

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your project management and supply chain expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team of professionals.

You’ll play a central role in ensuring the smooth delivery of materials and products for one of Canada’s largest public transit transformation projects. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Installation, and Project Managers), and ensure quality, cost, and delivery (QCD) commitments are met, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of project-specific product deliveries and material management, but also manage industrial processes and mitigate risks. You'll oversee and manage a team of Project Material Managers.

We’ll look to you for:

• Leading and coordinating Supply Chain activities across the project portfolio
• Ensuring alignment between project requirements and Supply Chain execution from tender/project start through delivery and close-out
• Set up & Synchronize Supply Chain processes vs Industrial requirements
• Apply Signalling Project Industrial Review Process
• Ensuring alignment with procurement strategies and project objectives
• Driving project material demand ensuring timely material and product delivery
• Managing Quality, Cost, Deliverable commitments across teams and stakeholders
• Preparing and following up on the supply chain budget
• Deploying supply chain strategy on-site using standard processes
• Animating performance KPIs to ensure operational excellence
• Ensuring employees operate in an environment that complies with company Health, Safety, and Environmental policies

Key Missions

• Ensuring timely first material deliveries in alignment with Alstom standards
• Represent Supply Chain in project governance and ensure clear visibility of SC status, priorities, risks and recovery actions
• Establish and maintain the project-specific Supply Chain strategy, governance and management plan
• Ensure Supply Chain requirements and constraints are incorporated into project schedules, milestones and planning
• Drive project material demand and end-to-end retro-planning based on PBS/BOQ/BOM, engineering maturity, supplier lead times and installation needs
• Ensure timely identification and management of Long Lead Items, material risks, shortages and critical purchase orders
• Coordinate Project Supply Chain interfaces with Engineering, Procurement, Industrialization, Finance, Planning, Installation and participating Alstom units
• Ensure PMMs maintain appropriate visibility of project milestones, material requirements, commitments and risks
• Drive project Supply Chain QCD commitments and recovery plans where deviations occur
• Coordinate Supply Chain inputs during tender and project start-up, including material lead times, SC costs, industrial constraints, procurement strategy and delivery assumptions
• Manage project inventory / Hard Inventory governance, including forecasting, WIP/finished material visibility, stock optimization and project close-out
• Ensure project BOM/PBS/BOQ information is available, complete and translated into the appropriate Supply Chain demand
• Monitor Supply Chain deliverables, KPIs, risks and action plans across all project bundles
• Support customer and project reporting related to Supply Chain status and material delivery
• Lead Supply Chain contribution to applicable APSYS, DFQ / Industrial Review and project governance requirements
• Develop PMM capability, establish clear accountability and ensure consistent application of Alstom Supply Chain processes
• Build strong cross-functional relationships with stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution
• Promote awareness of Alstom supply chain processes and best practices
• Identify and mitigate risks in supply chain operations
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for supply chain efficiency
• Collaborate with Procurement for risk/impact management and supplier selection
• Supervise the availability on time of industrial requirements and related make or buy strategy
• Develop team competencies and managing team performance through feedback and performance management cycles
• Frequent Travel to Kingston, ON

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:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred, Supply Chain, or a related field. Master’s degree is an asset
• 8-10+ years of experience in project material management, project supply chain management, industrial or related experience
• Strong understanding of project Supply Chain, material management, demand planning, procurement and logistics interfaces
• Knowledge of supply chain strategy deployment, Lean Manufacturing principles, QCD (Quality Cost Delivery) and EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) practices
• Strong understanding of project schedules P6, milestones and material retro-planning
• Previous direct team/people management experience
• Experience working with ERP solutions (SAP preferred), data quality management, and inventory processes
• Ability to manage budgets and financial reconciliations effectively
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and risk-management capability
• Knowledge of product/system technical requirements and project management practices
• Railway experience in signaling products or projects is preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

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 new standards for rail signalling and material management
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and supportive colleagues
• Contribute to innovative, high-impact projects
• 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 programs
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

Compensation

The expected compensation for this role is $105,000 – $135,000 CAD per year, plus benefits and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We do not use artificial intelligence in the recruiting process for this role.

Interview Process & Candidate Communication

Candidates who participate in an interview for this role will be informed of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date.

This job posting represents an existing vacancy.

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