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Indirect Procurement Manager

On-site in Madrid·Added 20 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Alstom

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Madrid
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years
Education: Master's degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

• Master's degree in Purchasing, Procurement, Business or a related field
• At least 5 years of procurement experience
• At least 2 years of experience managing multicultural teams
• Fluent English with an international mindset
• Strong negotiation, leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with data analytics and business intelligence concepts
• Project management capabilities and understanding of industrial environments, quality, supply chain and finance
• A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to coach and develop others

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our cooperative working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage

Here, progress isn't always easy - the scale is massive, the tasks are complex - but the impact is real. Because when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects - that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.

The role

More than a job: a mission

We're looking for an Indirect Procurement Manager to lead procurement excellence across our operations in Spain. You will drive supplier performance, strengthen procurement capabilities, and ensure the successful execution of projects that support greener and smarter mobility worldwide.

You'll work alongside people who show up with ownership, passion, and dedication - because they know what's at stake: the journey home.

What you'll do

• Lead and develop a local procurement team, ensuring capability growth and workload optimization
• Drive procurement performance through compliance with procurement processes, tools and governance
• Support procurement commitments during tender phases and validate local commodity strategies
• Manage supplier performance, monitor Quality, Cost and Delivery (QCD) objectives, and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Support project execution through commercial negotiations, risk mitigation and procurement performance tracking
• Collaborate with supply chain, quality and finance teams to improve operational efficiency and cash performance
• Contribute to local risk management and supplier panel compliance
• Promote the Alstom Code of Ethics and the highest standards of ethical conduct

You'll work with sharp, committed teams across procurement, supply chain, quality, finance and project management - solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility.

Req ID

Req ID:525671

How success is measured

• Achievement of procurement performance, cost and delivery targets
• Supplier QCD performance and compliance with procurement standards
• Timely placement of purchase orders and effective management of procurement risks
• Successful execution of procurement commitments on tenders and projects
• Development and engagement of the local procurement team

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

Application submission
Resume screening · With a Talent Acquisition
Initial interview
With a Talent Acquisition
Typically with Talent Acquisition.
Second interview
With a hiring manager
With the hiring manager.
References and background check
Selection and offer

Candidates not shortlisted receive a rejection email.
Hiring decision communicated within 45 days of the final interview (stated in adverts).

About Alstom

Alstom is a global leader in the rail industry, developing and marketing integrated systems for greener and smarter mobility. The company offers a broad portfolio including rolling stock, infrastructure, and digital rail solutions, with a mission to make rail the backbone of transportation. Alstom's operations span worldwide, providing sustainable foundations for the future of transportation.

In Spain, Alstom has a significant presence with multiple offices and facilities, including in Madrid, Barcelona, Valladolid, and other locations. The company is actively hiring for various roles in Spain, such as railway maintenance engineers, project managers, and technical specialists. Alstom's Spanish operations are involved in both manufacturing and maintenance activities, offering opportunities for international professionals in the rail sector.

Industry: Rail Manufacturing
Founded: 1928
Employees: 50,000–100,000
Headquarters: Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, France
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Valladolid and 3 more
Website: alstom.com

Good to know if you are moving

Alstom has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, Valladolid, and other cities, offering numerous job opportunities in the rail sector.
The company provides roles in engineering, project management, and maintenance, with many positions requiring technical skills in railway systems.
Alstom's Spanish operations are involved in both manufacturing and maintenance, providing a diverse range of career paths for international professionals.
The company is committed to greener mobility, making it an attractive employer for those interested in sustainable transportation solutions.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can't afford to fail. We're more than 85 000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.

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