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, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Could you be the full-time VIE – Buyer in Bautzen we’re looking for?
VIE Explained:
As a company with French roots, we are proud to take part the Voluntary International Program (VIE). A VIE allows you to undertake a secure professional assignment abroad and offers you the chance to get to know new cultures while gaining professional experience. The conditions for a VIE are the following:
Assignments are open for citizens of European Union countries between 18 and 28 years
A VIE assignment will be in a country other than that of the applicant;
The assignment has a determinate duration, for this position it is 2 years
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your procurement expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and forward-thinking teammates.
You'll ensure the seamless procurement of parts, services, and goods while driving cost efficiency and maintaining quality standards. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (such as global lead buyers and project teams), support the definition of material prices for commodity groups, and contribute to supplier relationship management, among other responsibilities.
You’ll specifically take care of managing supplier contracts and driving cost reduction initiatives, but also support verification, assessment, and homologation processes.
We’ll look to you for:
1. Supporting the definition of material prices for commodity groups
2. Contributing to the identification of material requirements and estimating justified costs
3. Preparing requests for offers to suppliers and compiling contract packages
4. Assessing procurement opportunities and risks, and defining final parts lists
5. Ensuring supplier quality and on-time delivery
6. Developing long-term supplier relationships and driving continuous cost improvements
All about you
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:
7. Diploma or degree (minimum Bachelor’s) in a relevant field
8. First experience or understanding of procurement or supply chain processes
9. Knowledge of supplier relationship management and cost reduction initiatives
10. Familiarity with contract management and risk assessment
11. A strong ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively
12. Proficiency in English (German is a plus)
13. An open-minded and confident approach to problem-solving
Things you’ll enjoy 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:
14. Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
15. Work with innovative procurement practices and techniques
16. Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
17. Contribute to impactful and sustainable projects
18. Utilise our dynamic and inclusive working environment
19. Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
20. Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
21. Progress towards leadership or specialized roles in procurement
22. Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)
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.