Supply Chain Co-Ordinator

You will be responsible for the continuation of supply chain strategy and relationship with nominated suppliers, placing and expediting purchase orders and MRP generated schedules. Monitoring supplier performance and ensuring periodic performance reviews will also be a key part of the role while dealing with pricing queries, management of inventory parameters and stock reduction for designated parts.

We'll look to you for:

• Validation of material demand.


• Create and manage Purchase Orders / Schedules and related processes.


• Expedite material deliveries to ensure OTD targets are achieved.


• Manage Sap exception messages daily.


• Challenge, mitigate and negotiate costs and report savings in SMIS.


• Maintain SAP database on Vendor pricing lead times and contract validity.


• Conduct Supplier performance reviews covering OTD, NCRs and cost.


• Report KPI's and identify mitigation plans for poor performing suppliers.


• Pro-actively maintain inventory parameters for designated parts to provide the optimum balance between inventory cost and service level.


• Ensure SAP inventory parameter settings are accurate at all times.


• Negotiate PO changes with suppliers to ensure due dates and quantities are aligned to fluctuations in Operations requirements.


• Stock management in line with departmental objectives.


• Drive reductions in supplier lead times and costs.


• Implement supply chain solutions with regular suppliers e.g. Service Exchange, VMI, 2-bin, Kanbans, Consignments, to minimise inventory costs and improve service level.


• Using LEAN principles, identify areas for improvement in the SCC process.


• Process supplier RFQs to support both project and external customers.


• Liaise between suppliers and customers on M&D costs on rotables.


• Prioritise expediting for UVS requirements.
  
  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:



• Experience in deployment of Supply Chain Management strategies.


• Inventory management practices & techniques.


• Understanding of demand management for material requirements.


• Working knowledge of SAP purchasing and inventory modules.


• Trained in LEAN and CI tools e.g. 5 S, Visualisation management, Kaisen.


• Strong negotiation skills.


• Excellent communicator including presentation skills.


• Good analytical skills. Competent on Excel at Intermediate level.
  
  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.


Alstom is the UK & Ireland's leading supplier of new trains, train services, and signalling infrastructure projects. It has built just under 40% of the UK's mainline train fleet, all the fleets currently in service with London Underground and Dublin's LUAS.

Employing 6,000 people across the UK and Ireland, we design, build and test trains at the UK's largest end-to-end train manufacturing factory in Derby and operate major sites at Widnes, Crewe, Ilford and Plymouth, as well as 30 train services depots across the UK&I, Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow's mobility. That's why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive, and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

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.


• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.


• Contribute to innovative projects.


• 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 (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!

What we offer

We offer a highly competitive remuneration package, days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday. Contributed healthcare, life assurance, an excellent company-contributed pension scheme, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.