About this role
<p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Req ID:516563 </span></p> <p> </p> <p class="paragraph" style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.</span></p> <p class="paragraph" style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm"> </p> <p class="paragraph" style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm"> </p><div> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Could you be our next Senior Project Buyer in Melbourne? Be part of an exciting opportunity supporting the newly awarded SRL Project.</span></div> </div> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Your future role</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">This position will be supporting some of the largest Signalling and Infrastructure projects across ANZ providing provide efficient and secured tools for all internal and external-centric procurement activities. The Senior Project Buyer will have strong experience managing the supplier selection process, creating supplier contracts and managing contract execution, as well as implementing the commodities strategy to meet project timelines and budget goals.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We’ll look to you for:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Defining and implementing procurement strategies for assigned projects</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Negotiating contracts and agreements with suppliers</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Monitoring supplier performance and ensuring compliance with quality and delivery requirements</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Identifying cost-saving opportunities and driving continuous improvement initiatives</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align procurement activities with project goals</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Managing risks and addressing supply chain challenges proactively</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>All about you</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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:</span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Experience or understanding of procurement processes in a project-based environment</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Knowledge of supplier relationship management and contract negotiation</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement tools</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiating skills</span></div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> </span></p><p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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!</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Important to note</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">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.</span></p>