Procurement Director – Italy

About the role

Alstom is seeking a Procurement Director for its operations in Italy. The role will lead the company’s supply portfolio, ensuring transparent spending and delivering cost‑effective sourcing solutions across the transport and mobility business.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the company’s supply portfolio and maintain transparency of expenditures.
• Develop and implement efficient sourcing and category‑management strategies.
• Analyse procurement costs, propose cost‑reduction methods and perform scenario and benchmark analyses.
• Design negotiation strategies, secure profitable deals and manage supplier relationships.
• Optimise sourcing procedures to maximise efficiency and minimise risk.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align on terms, processes and delivery schedules.
• Research market trends, anticipate shifts in supplier power and identify trustworthy vendors.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Sourcing Manager or Procurement Manager.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics, business judgement and risk‑mitigation techniques.
• Excellent project‑management and leadership capabilities.
• BSc degree in supply chain management, logistics or business administration.

Required skills