Req ID:436569

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.

JOB TITLE & JOB CODE

Job Title (Job code): Material Planning Leader

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• Manage the team in charge of activities of Material Planning needs expression towards suppliers.
• Ensure application of Procure to Pay core model processes for material planning activities & master data management.
• Deploy action plan for performance improvement & risk management & cost efficiency.

ORGANISATION

Organization structure (job belongs to..)

Supply Chain - Material Planning & SDPM (Software Development Plan Manager)

Reports directly to:

Supply Chain Manager / Director (SC-MA-00)

Other reporting to:

Not Applicable

Direct reports:

Material Planners (SC-PO-12)

Trainee (when applicable)

Network & Links Position title of connected positions / functional report

Internal

• Industrial Planning
• Logistics Teams
• Production
• Procurement
• Quality
• SDPM (Supplier Delivery Performance Manager)
• PrSCL (Project Supply Chain Leader) / PrIdM (Project Industrialization Manager)
• Engineering & Industrialization
• Finance
• Global Supply Chain Team
• Internal Suppliers (other Alstom Sites)

External

• External Suppliers
• Transportation Provider

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES

Missions

• Apply core model process for material planning activities (external & internal suppliers) and master data
• Manage Supplier's performances KPI's & raw material coverage according to targets
• Collaborate with Procurement for risk/impact management process including supplier selection
• Ensure the action plans implementation between Teams and Suppliers
• Lead the supplier escalation process supporting Material Planners on animation of Supplier's KPI performance

Tasks

• Internal suppliers: Ensure the core model process & organization from Purchase Requisition to Material Planning documents
• External suppliers: Ensure the core model process to launch Material Planning documents
• Ensure the accuracy of material planning master data (in compliance with stock, logistic constraints and supplier contractual agreements)
• Ensure the creation of Material Planning documents in line with Procure to Pay core model processes
• Organize and maintain regular reviews with Material Planners to ensure documents are sent to suppliers and respective delivery confirmation are received
• Ensure the MRP exception messages analyses performed by all Material Planners and anticipate supply problems (backlogs, shortages, no demand...)
• Support Material Planners when issues identified and evaluate the risk/impact on production/projects
• Set up recovery actions with main stakeholders
• Supporting Material Planners in applying and follow the missing parts process application until stock availability
• Validate deliveries performances KPI's with different stakeholders (Internal & External) and action plans
• Validate the top worst Suppliers with SDPM and support appropriate action plan
• Ensure application of appropriate communication routine with Suppliers based on their delivery performances by Material Planners
• Ensure the application (when necessary) of Supplier Capacity Management
• Ensure the application (when necessary) of Supplier's Light Capability Assessment (LSCA)
• Contribute to risk/impact assessments and mitigation action plan
• Manage team performance, develop team competencies & provide feedback and register during Performance Management Cycle
• Others

General scope

• Apply APSYS (Alstom Production System) roadmap and Golden Rules
• Respect Alstom EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) policy
• Participate to EHS improvement and targets achievement
• Respect Alstom Ethics & Compliance codes

MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES

Educational Requirements Describe the minimum educational requirement/level

Mandatory:

• Graduated at least from Higher Education in Business Administration or Engineering or Supply Chain.
• English

Desirable:

• Supply Chain or Project Management certification
• Local language

Experience Describe the knowledge and experience required for this role

Mandatory:

• Experience of: Supply Chain activities and projects, leading teams

Desirable:

• Knowledgeable of SAP or similar ERPS, audits

Competencies & SkillsDescribe the needed skills (technical & behavioral)

• Materials requirements planning
• Supplier Delivery Performance Management
• Inventory management & Material Planning techniques
• Supply Chain Information Systems
• Industrial scheduling
• Transport & Distribution
• Procurement
• Lean Management
• Team Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Agility
• Collaboration
• Global Vision

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.