Buyer

Alstom; Madrid; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom is seeking a Project Buyer in Madrid to define sourcing strategies and manage supplier partnerships for key projects. You will lead supplier selection, market analysis, and negotiations while ensuring on-time, on-budget deliveries across cross-functional teams.

The role requires 3–5 years in purchasing and project procurement, with SAP experience and strong negotiation/analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of purchasing and project procurement experience.
• English level: intermediate to advanced.
• Experience with SAP and strong negotiation, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously in a dynamic project environment.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute sourcing strategies for tenders and projects.
• Lead supplier selection, evaluation and performance management.
• Conduct market analysis to identify competitive sourcing options.
• Negotiate commercial agreements, pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Support supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain teams to ensure on-time and on-budget deliveries.
• Drive procurement performance through cost optimisation and risk management.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain and project management teams.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Autonomy

Education

Engineering/Business Administration degree or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Buyer

Date: 11 Sept 2026

Location: Madrid, MD, ES

Company: Alstom

Req:526238

Job Title: Project Buyer

At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can't afford to fail. We're more than 85,000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.

More than a job: a mission

We're looking for a Project Buyer to ensure the best sourcing strategies and supplier partnerships for our projects in Madrid. This is a high-impact role where supplier performance, competitiveness and delivery reliability directly contribute to the success of critical mobility solutions. You'll work alongside people who show up with ownership, passion, and dedication - because they know what's at stake: the journey home.

Your role, your impact

• Define and execute sourcing strategies for tenders and projects
• Lead supplier selection, evaluation and performance management activities
• Conduct market analysis to identify competitive sourcing alternatives
• Negotiate commercial agreements, pricing and contractual terms with suppliers
• Support supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage supplier non-conformities and claims resolution
• Coordinate with Supply Chain teams to ensure on-time and on-budget project deliveries
• Drive procurement performance through cost optimisation and risk management initiatives

You'll work with sharp, committed teams across engineering, supply chain and project management - solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility.

What you bring

• Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or a related field
• 3 to 5 years of experience in purchasing and project procurement environments
• Intermediate to advanced English level
• Experience working with SAP
• Strong negotiation, analytical and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work autonomously in a dynamic project environment

How success is measured

• Achievement of QCD (Quality, Cost and Delivery) objectives
• Savings and procurement performance targets
• Supplier performance indicators, including OTIF and NCR management
• Competitive sourcing solutions and risk mitigation effectiveness
• Collaboration and support provided to project and supply chain teams

Alstom, a great place to grow

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our cooperative 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
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage

Here, progress isn't always easy - the scale is massive, the tasks are complex - but the impact is real. Because when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects - that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.