VIE - Project Procurement Manager Deputy (m/f)

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.

Type of contract: Volontariat International en Entreprise (VIE) . Before applying, please make sure you meet the VIE eligibility requirements. To learn more about the VIE program and the eligibility requirements, please, click here

Could you be the Project Procurement Manager (PPM) we’re looking for?

Your future role

You will be in support of end of contract activities, regarding the projects under LRV and Metro's Platforms.The purpose of this position is also to manage the overall procurement goals and objectives in regard to quality, on time delivery, cost and customer requirements.

We’ll look to you for:

• Managing and coordinating change requests and associated activities with all project stakeholders
• Reviewing purchase requisitions and ensuring purchase orders are placed on time
• Analyzing and compiling data for Canadian Content requirements
• Applying and supporting Alstom sourcing rules, processes, and tools
• Presenting data analysis to project teams and auditors, as needed
• Providing support to project controllers on financial topics and preparing presentations
• Tracking procurement performance in projects and issuing action plans for deviations
• Reviewing and managing supplier QCD (Quality, Cost, Delivery) performance with buyers and commodity managers

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:

• Master’s degree in economics, business, accounting, or finance
• Bilingual : French & English 
• Less than 2 years of experience in a relevant field
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
• Familiarity with procurement processes and tools
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Adaptability and a continuous learning mindset

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:

• Work with innovative procurement and financial tools
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

Knowledge of a language other than French is an asset when dealing with our international partners, suppliers, colleagues and customers. In Quebec, French remains the main working language of our company.

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.