Buyer

2 weeks ago

Ballarat, Victoria, Australia ALSTOM Full time
Req ID:446744

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, 74,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.


We are currently seeking an experienced
Buyer for our Rolling Stock Sourcing team to join forces with our existing team, all building the foundations for a pivotal rail project for Victoria.


Not sure who Alstom is or why we might be the best place for you and your career? As a global, rail manufacturer, Alstom takes immense pride in being able to provide opportunities to our employees to broaden their skills, their location of work and their access to passionate specialists in their field.

We also are an endorsed employer for women, offer bridging leave, 18 weeks parental leave and continue to review of our benefits to ensure we are meeting the market.

Based at the manufacturing site in Ballarat, this role is responsible for day to day activities involving supplier development, RFQ management, supplier and contract negotiations and business award conclusion with Quality, Cost, Delivery and Safety.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage specific supplier panel relationship including negotiation and specific agreements and performances)
  • Active participation to commodity strategy and panel elaboration
  • Support of Commodity Manager in tender phase
  • Represent the commodities towards projects, platforms and solutions.
  • Preparation and launch of Request For Quotation with suppliers using the standard tool
  • Monitor sourcing project QCDT & legal project evolution (FAI, Business Award, Product development)

What we are looking for:

  • Demonstrated experience with purchasing and/or the procurement processes
  • A highly proficient user of SAP
  • Strong interpersonal skills enabling you to connect with relevant stakeholders, suppliers and colleagues
  • Knowledge of fasteners, chemicals, glue or similar commodities would be desirable

What we can offer

  • Being an endorsed Work180 employer with a focus to support and leverage the benefits of women in our workforce
  • 18 weeks paid parental leave
  • Additional paid leave in the form of ME day self selected day to relax, recharge and focus on your wellbeing
  • Flexible public holidays align with your personal values
  • Flexible working options


 Volunteer Day
  • A paid day off once a year to volunteer in your local community
  • Bridging leave yes, where possible, it is actually encouraged to make a random public holiday a decent break
  • Free gym membership


An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers.

We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals.

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.

There are different compliance requirements for different workgroups. You will be provided with relevant information, during the recruitment process.

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