About this role
<p><span style="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><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Could you be the full-time Customs & Transportation Manager - Borg El Arab , Alexandria we’re looking for? </span></p><p><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Your future role</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Take on a new challenge and apply your logistics and customs expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside dynamic and collaborative teammates.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">You'll be at the heart of ensuring seamless material flow to and from our factory, managing relationships with internal and external customers, governmental authorities, and third-party logistics (3PL) providers. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (e.g., logistics, procurement, engineering), oversee transportation and customs processes, and solve challenges as they arise.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">You’ll specifically take care of maintaining the site transportation and customs plan, as well as ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational requirements, but also lead continuous improvement initiatives for efficiency and cost optimization.</span></p> <p><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt">We’ll look to you for:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Documenting and maintaining the site transportation and customs plan, covering all modes of transport in collaboration with the global transportation team.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Ensuring timely customs and transportation requests, bookings, and material dispatch readiness.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Managing shipping documentation and maintaining constant contact with suppliers and customers.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Monitoring compliance with regulatory and legal requirements for import/export processes.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Participating in supplier performance reviews and contributing to RFPs for transportation services.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Driving continuous improvement plans and harmonization across sites.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Providing training to site teams on transportation and customs management strategies, regulations, and international trade practices.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Developing and maintaining performance dashboards, KPIs, and cost analysis reports.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Ensuring customs certifications compliance and renewal (e.g., AEO).</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Identifying and mitigating operational customs risks.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><strong>All about you</strong></span></p> <p><span style="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> <ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (a degree from AASTMT is highly recommended).</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">At least 10 years of experience in customs and transport management.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Strong experience in Free Zone operations and compliance.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Background in factory operations or manufacturing environments.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Knowledge of customs regulations, international trade practices, and Incoterms.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Proficiency in developing and managing transportation and customs processes.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Experience with data analysis, performance monitoring, and reporting tools.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Strong problem-solving and communication skills.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p><br><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Things you’ll enjoy</strong> 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:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Work with innovative standards for logistics and customs management.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Contribute to impactful and sustainable projects.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Utilise our inclusive and empowering working environment.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning opportunities.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Progress towards leadership roles within supply chain management.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension).</span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span style="color:white"><span>#LI-IG1</span> </span></p><p>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!</p> <p><br><strong>Important to note</strong></p> <p>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.</p>