Procurement Director Italy

Req ID: 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.ResponsibilitiesManage the company’s supply portfolio ensuring transparency of spendingGenerate and implement efficient sourcing and category management strategiesAnalyze and calculate costs of procurement and suggest methods to decrease expenditureInvent negotiation strategies and secure profitable dealsOptimize sourcing procedures to attain maximum efficiencyCooperate with stakeholders to guarantee agreement on terms and processesResearch and anticipate shifts in the negotiating power of suppliersPerform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarkingEstimate risks and apply risk minimizing techniquesDiscover and partner with trustworthy vendors and suppliersDetermine quantity and timing of deliveriesRequirements and skillsProven work experience as a Sourcing Manager or Procurement ManagerFamiliarity with sourcing and vendor management and relevant softwareUnderstanding of market dynamics and sound business judgementStrong project management and leadership skillsAbility to negotiate and sustain networking relationshipsComfortable with figures and in collecting, analyzing and interpreting dataSolid judgement with ability to make good decisionsBSc degree in supply chain management, logistics or business administrationImportant to noteAs 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.