Req ID : 424101 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.
Play your part bringing together mobility and responsibility by joining Alstom Team as Indirect Buyer for Corporate Services in Madrid or Barcelona, Spain.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB: This position leads the main Indirect categories in scope, which include (but are not limited to) Business and corporate management consultation services, temporary labor, recruitment, and communication services.
There will be close partnership with Communication, Legal, HR, Finance, and Operations.
The role reports directly to the Spain and Portugal Head of Indirect Procurement.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop long-term strategic plans for the entire spend area within Corporate Services for the Spain and Portugal Cluster.
Manage in-country (Spain and Portugal) procurement activities and deliver on the savings plan, managing relevant policies.
Manage requestors and supplier relationships to ensure that Category Strategies are highly aligned to current and future Business needs and that the supply base is capable of supporting these strategies.
Coordinate the introduction of new and modified services with appropriate departments.
Advise on contracts and agreements for the supply of complex services with new and existing suppliers.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE: University degree or equivalent qualifications.
Previous experience in a buyer role.
Proven, successful supplier negotiation skills.
Understanding of contract terms and conditions.
Understanding of contract principles and clauses, with the ability to construct and interpret agreements.
Excellent communication and relationship skills; be a confidential and trustworthy business partner.
Ability to influence others.
Comfort with risk and ambiguous situations.
Accuracy, problem-solving, planning and organization, result orientation, service orientation, and ability to perform in stressful situations.
DESIRABLE: Experience of working within Indirect procurement, preferably Corporate or professional services categories.
Fluency in English, proficiency in French is a plus.
Experience with ARIBA S2C.
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.
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