Senior Buyer

Alstom; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company is seeking a Senior Direct Buyer in Mississauga, Canada. In this full-time role, you will manage the procurement process for direct materials, negotiate with suppliers, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Applicants should have a degree in Supply Chain Management or similar field, along with knowledge of direct purchasing strategies and procurement tools. The role offers opportunities for professional growth within the rail industry.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Understanding of procurement processes and supplier management.
• Knowledge of cost optimization.
• Degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement process for direct materials.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive improvements.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Procurement processes

Supplier management

Direct purchasing strategies

Cost optimization

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP)

Procurement tools

Job description

Join to apply for the Senior Direct Buyer role at 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, 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 direct buyer in Valle de Mexico we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your direct purchasing expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and dynamic teammates. You’ll contribute to optimizing the supply chain and ensuring seamless procurement processes that drive operational excellence. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (engineering, production, and quality assurance), negotiate with suppliers to secure the best terms, and much more.

We’ll look to you for :

• Managing the procurement process for direct materials in alignment with project needs
• Negotiating contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure the best terms
• Monitoring supplier performance and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders
• Supporting cost optimization initiatives while maintaining quality standards
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and ethical sourcing 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 :

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience or understanding of procurement processes and supplier management
• Knowledge of direct purchasing strategies and cost optimization
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP) and procurement tools

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 :

• Work with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and cost-effective direct purchases
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

• Truck Transportation and Railroad Equipment Manufacturing