Acara Solutions has an opening for a Buyer for Alstom Transportation in JFK Airport.
At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signaling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 74,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Job Summary:
He/she is in responsible for ensuring GSI (Global Single Instance) Core Model (ERP processes) is correctly implemented and used, according to processes & rules, configuration, and data. His/her main activities are to duplicate the Maximo Purchase Orders by entering them into GSI (SAP based ERP tool)., to communicate on any changes, and apply ERP business rules and tools. He/she is the local process ambassador of the Procurement function.
Purpose of the Job
- He (she) ensures that the Core model Information Solution is well used at plant level, according to processes & rules, config, and data:
- Leader of PO data accuracy, including both static & dynamic data
- Follows methodology, rules, processes, and tools dedicated to his function.
- He (she) is the entry point of legacy Maximo information into GSI.
- He (she) is the pointer person to resolve invoicing issues through.
- Inspire tool and must work with site buyer during resolution.
- This person is accountable for process solving issues
- This position reports to GSI Key User for Services Procurement
- Reports directly to: Site Procurement Director
Set up full supplier selection process
- Monitor Procurement project QCDT & legal project evolution (FAI, Business Award, Product development)
- Ensure work package sheet commitment respect
- Prepare Business Award as needed
- Promote the Alstom Code of Ethics and adhering to the highest standards of ethical conduct.
- Coordinate project with all métiers
- Ensure the on-time delivery and quality are secured
Support commodity strategy
- Consolidate the commodity needs, inputs
- Participate actively to commodity strategy and panel elaboration
- Provide imputes to build differentiation Support of Commodity Manager in tender phase
- Represent the commodities towards projects, platforms, and solutions.
- Ensure effective teamwork with internal customers and
- stakeholders in problem solving
- Apply the Alstom Procurement process and provide return on experience
Build Supplier relationship
- Support global supplier panel relationship
- Manage initial issues before escalation to line manager
- Respect Alstom code of ethics and guidelines
Performance measurements:
- Timeliness and completeness of work
- Non-Conformities Event and On Time Delivery
- Panel situation Supplier compliancy status rate
What you will receive:
Pay rate: $33.66/hr
Hours: Day shift, flexible; 40 hours onsite
Duration: Temp to Hire (based on business needs)
Required Skills / Qualifications:
- Must have 3-5 years SAP procurement experience
- Ability to work in a matrix environment
- Excellent Communication skills & Team spirit
- Results oriented.
- Rigorous and structured.
Additional Information:
- Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct, and Aleron's strategic partner, SDI) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.