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.

Main responsibilities

• To ensure all requirements are competitively sourced in accordance with the relevant policies and procedures.
• To prepare and launch RFQs, perform supplier selection and Business Awards for identified material and/or service requirements in accordance with the relevant policies and procedures.
• Negotiation of cost reduction with suppliers.
• Leads supplier QCD performance reviews according to Commodity Manager delegation Use of the Alstom eTendering tool.
• To manage existing contracts and undertake contract negotiations for goods and services as required.
• To provide full Sourcing support for any identified project activities / requirements, including deputizing for the Unit Sourcing Manager.
• To ensure Terms & Conditions, and other Charters/Alstom requirements, are in place with Suppliers.
• To respond to supplier and internal queries in a timely and professional manner.
• To undertake periodic benchmarking and maintain market intelligence to validate costs and drive cost reduction activities where appropriate.
• To support the Business approval process for purchases.
• To develop sourcing strategies, including the use of e-procurement tools, in conjunction with the Unit Sourcing Manager and other Alstom representatives.
• To maintain an accurate ‘base data’ with Supplier quotations.
• To resolve any contractual or performance issue associated with supplier agreements in a timely fashion.
• To escalate, as appropriate, any contractual or performance issue associated with supplier agreements.
• To act as an ambassador for Alstom and the Sourcing function both internally and externally.

Main requirements:

• 3+ year experience in sourcing.
• Strong communication skills in English, Russian and Kazakh.
• Advanced skills in Excel.
• Experience in railway is a plus.

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!

Important to note

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.