Strategic Buyer – Hydrogen & Power Pack Systems

Alstom; Île-de-France; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom is seeking an experienced procurement professional to drive strategic sourcing and supplier management across global projects. You will lead RFQs, negotiate terms, and coordinate cross-functional teams to secure cost-effective, quality deliveries.

The role requires solid project management skills, the ability to work in a multicultural environment, and fluency in English. On-site work with regular travel will be involved as part of complex mobility projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master in purchasing or related field.
• Experience in strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Strong contract negotiation and cost reduction.
• Able to work in multicultural, cross-functional teams.
• Fluent in English; international background.

Responsibilities

• Lead project from RFQ to pre-serial delivery.
• Prepare and launch RFQs to suppliers per commodity strategy.
• Lead supplier negotiations during tender phases.
• Manage design changes and cost impacts with the right bridge.
• Coordinate sourcing with local and cross‑functional teams.
• Monitor and mitigate supplier performance issues.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Contract negotiations

Project management

Cross-functional

Analytical mindset

English fluent

Multicultural teamwork

Education

Master in purchasing management

Job description

Alstom is seeking an experienced procurement professional to drive strategic sourcing and supplier management across global projects. You will lead RFQs, negotiate terms, and coordinate cross-functional teams to secure cost-effective, quality deliveries.

The role requires solid project management skills, the ability to work in a multicultural environment, and fluency in English. On-site work with regular travel will be involved as part of complex mobility projects.