Senior Indirect Buyer

Date: 17 Apr 2026

Company: Alstom

Alstom the Netherlands has approximately 450 employees and continues to grow. This growth is supported by a strong and professional Procurement organization. We are currently looking for a (Senior) Indirect Buyer to strengthen our team and support our Dutch operations. In this role, you will work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring cost efficiency, compliance, and continuity of supply.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Sourcing

• Manage end-to-end supplier selection and sourcing processes
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs)
• Leadtenders, commercial negotiations and contract agreements
• Prepare Business Awards and secure supplier commitments
• Ensure compliance with Alstom Procurement processes and Code of Ethics

Stakeholder Management

• Act as procurement partner to internal business stakeholders
• Coordinate with multiple métiers and support operational teams
• Secure on-time delivery, quality, and service levels
• Resolve supplier and operational issues proactively

Commodity & Category Management

• Support and contribute to commodity and category strategies
• Consolidate demand and inputs across sites
• Support Commodity Managers during tender phases
• Represent the global & local commodities towards projects, platforms and solutions
• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships
• Monitor supplier performance, including CSR and EHS criteria
• Identify supply risks and implement mitigation actions
• Monitor supplier compliance and sustainability commitments

Candidate Profile / Requirements

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
• Experience in Indirect Procurement / Indirect Purchasing (knowledge of Ariba, SAP is a plus)
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); Dutch language skills or willingness to learn
• Comfortable working with data: Excel, PowerPoint
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical mindset and structured way of working
• Willingness to take initiative
• Experience in an international or matrix organization is a plus

What We Offer

• International and innovative work environment
• Collaboration with local and European procurement teams
• Diverse and challenging procurement categories
• Contribution to sustainable and green mobility solutions
• 40 days off per year
• Employee Assistance Program

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