Buyer (f/m/d)

Alstom; Nordrhein-Westfalen; Hybrid; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

30 days of vacation

Company pension plans

Subsidized 'Deutschlandticket' (Job Ticket)

Flexible working hours

Corporate health management programs

Zusammenfassung

A leading rail mobility company in Siegen seeks a full-time Buyer (f/m/d) to manage supplier relationships and contracts within an international team. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering or commerce, strong bilingual communication skills, and a readiness to travel. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career development.

Qualifikationen

• Interest in technical knowledge.
• Strong personal responsibility and willingness to travel.
• Capability and willingness to work in an international environment.

Aufgaben

• Set up full supplier selection process and manage contract execution.
• Prepare and launch Request for Quotation with suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance.

Kenntnisse

Technical knowledge

Bilingual in German and English

MS-Excel

PowerPoint

SAP knowledge

Ausbildung

University of Applied Science degree (engineer or commercial)

Jobbeschreibung

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 full-time Buyer (f/m/d) in Siegen we’re looking for?

Your Future Role

Our Siegen site is an international competence center for bogies. 800 colleagues develop, manufacture, test, and repair bogies for global rail traffic, ensuring stability and comfort on the tracks. Our corporate functions play a key role in supporting and continuously improving the performance of our sites. You’ll report to Florin Marius Catrina and work alongside a dedicated and enthusiastic team.

Responsibilities

• Set up full supplier selection process, create supplier Contract and manage Contract execution
• Prepare and launch of Request for Quotation with suppliers, Lead project negotiation, Monitor Procurement project QCDT & legal project evolution (FAI, Business Award, Product development), Prepare Business Award, Promote the Alstom Code of Ethics and adhering to the highest standards of ethical conduct, Manage Contracting activities, Manage Supplier Contract execution and coordinate project with all métiers, Ensure the on-time delivery and quality are secured especially during the ramp-up phase of the project, Support commodity strategy
• Consolidate the commodity needs, inputs, Participate actively to commodity strategy and panel elaboration, Provide imputes to build differentiation, Support of Commodity Manager in tender phase, Represent the commodities towards projects, platforms and solutions, Ensure effective teamwork with internal customers and stakeholders in problem solving, Apply the Alstom Procurement process and provide return on experience, Build Supplier relationship
• Support global supplier panel relationship, Manage specific supplier panel relationship (negotiation, specific agreement, local supplier QCDT performances), Measure the supplier's performance and develop them in coordination with supplier Quality Team, Assess properly all risky suppliers and manage the associated mitigation plan, Manage initial issues before escalation to line manager, Monitor Corporate Social Responsibility engagements and deviations, Respect Alstom code of ethics and guideline

Qualifications

• University of Applied Science degree (engineer or commercial) or comparable
• Interest in Technical knowledge
• Strong personal responsibility and willingness to travel
• Capability and willingness to work in an international environment
• Ability to communicate in German & English
• Good knowledge of MS-Excel and Power Point, SAP knowledge would be a plus

Benefits

• 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:
• Experience a dynamic work environment with a permanent position at a leading company for green mobility
• Enjoy a competitive remuneration package (IG Metall), 30 days of vacation, and benefits such as company pension plans and subsidized "Deutschlandticket" (Job Ticket)
• Optimise work-life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working models (3 home office days)
• Explore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countries
• Benefit from excellent training opportunities through our award‑winning Alstom University and participate in the company's innovation culture through idea management programmes
• Thrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programs, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR activities, and engaging employee events
• Enjoy a comprehensive corporate health management with various initiatives such as physiotherapy, massages, flu vaccinations, blood donation drives, etc.
• Access corporate benefits and work‑life service to receive support and guidance on childcare, caregiving, and household services

Equal Opportunities Statement

As an employer, Alstom stands for equal opportunities. By creating an inclusive work environment where all employees are encouraged to realise their full potential, individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants are considered solely on the basis of their qualifications, regardless of skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Seniority level: Entry level | Employment type: Contract | Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain | Industries: Truck Transportation and Railroad Equipment Manufacturing