Indirect Commodity Buyer

Full time
Posted Jul 31, 2025
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Job Details

Employment Type

Full time

Salary

49,131.00 USD

Valid Through

Aug 30, 2025

Job Description

Req ID: 491314At 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. Could you be the full-time Indirect Commodity Buyer in Oslo, Norway we’re looking for?Your future roleTake on a new challenge and apply your procurement and supplier management expertise in a new cutting-edge field.

You’ll work alongside dynamic and collaborative teammates. You'll play a key role in ensuring the successful deployment of commodity strategies and supplier relationships, directly impacting the quality, cost, delivery, and technology (QCDT) objectives of our projects. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with global supplier panels, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams, managing supplier performance and supporting sourcing processes, and much more. You’ll specifically take care of supplier relationship management and commodity strategy execution, but also support project-specific needs and negotiations. We’ll look to you for:

Supporting global supplier panel relationships and managing local supplier performance Negotiating agreements and monitoring supplier day-to-day performance Consolidating and aligning commodity needs and inputs Providing proactive support to commodity strategies and tender phases Coordinating projects with internal teams and suppliers Leading project negotiations and monitoring QCDT and legal project evolution All About YouWe 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:

Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field Experience or understanding of supplier management and procurement processes Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and related tools Familiarity with working in an international environment A strong foundation in negotiation and communication skills Analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and build strong stakeholder relationships 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:

Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines Work with innovative standards and processes Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues Contribute to impactful and innovative projects Utilise our flexible and inclusive 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 Progress towards advanced roles in procurement or other related functions 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 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. Job Type: Experienced

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