Rail Procurement Specialist: Local Content & Sourcing

Alstom; Nigel; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Gauteng, Nigel, is looking for a Buyer (TSSSA) on a fixed-term basis ending 31 January 2028. You will join the Procurement team to drive regional sourcing, supplier selections, and compliant procure-to-pay processes.

The role requires fluent English, 3–5 years in procurement, and the ability to collaborate across functions to meet local content targets and project commitments.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Purchasing or equivalent
• 3–5 years procurement or related industry experience
• Procurement/quality/supply chain background preferred
• Fluent English and international mindset
• Willingness to travel and strong negotiation skills

Responsibilities

• Facilitate supplier selection, performance, and risk management
• Pilot and manage local supplier relationships and contracts
• Execute day-to-day buying, ensuring correct procure-to-pay channels
• Deploy local commodity strategies aligned with global goals
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet SLA KPIs
• Provide market intelligence on supply and regulatory trends
• Support local content targets and tender processes

Skills

Fluent English

International mind-set

Negotiation skills

Strategic vision

Independent work

Willingness to travel

Education

National Diploma in Purchasing

Bachelor's/BS/B.A. in Purchasing or related field

Job description

Alstom in Gauteng, Nigel, is looking for a Buyer (TSSSA) on a fixed-term basis ending 31 January 2028. You will join the Procurement team to drive regional sourcing, supplier selections, and compliant procure-to-pay processes.

The role requires fluent English, 3–5 years in procurement, and the ability to collaborate across functions to meet local content targets and project commitments.