Junior Buyer

Req ID:528117

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.

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.

Could you be the full-time Junior Buyer in Boksburg we’re looking for? This is a temporary position.

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your procurement and administrative expertise in a dynamic and collaborative environment. You’ll work alongside supportive and detail-oriented teammates.

You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our procurement processes. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Buyers, Supply Chain, Finance, and Project teams), provide administrative support for procurement activities, and maintain accurate records and documentation.

You’ll specifically take care of purchase order administration and supplier follow-up, but also assist with RFQ preparation and procurement reporting.

We’ll look to you for:

• Supporting Buyers with purchase requisition and purchase order administration
• Maintaining procurement records, supplier information, and supporting documentation
• Assisting with RFQ preparation, quotation follow-up, and price comparisons
• Following up on order acknowledgements, delivery updates, and invoice queries
• Ensuring procurement administration aligns with Alstom’s processes and ethical standards
• Providing administrative assistance during tender, sourcing, and contract preparation activities

All about you

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:

• Diploma or degree in Supply Chain or Procurement
• Experience in sourcing (about 2 years)
• Understanding of contract management and legal awareness
• Exposure to ERP systems and intermediate MS Office skills
• Familiarity with procurement processes and supplier communication
• Ability to work in a matrix environment and demonstrate a results-oriented mindset
• Fluent in English, with strong communication skills and a team spirit

Things you’ll enjoy 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 monotonous routines
• Work with best-in-class procurement systems and processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and supportive colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of sustainable transport
• Utilise our structured and inclusive working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning opportunities
• Progress towards roles such as Buyer, Senior Buyer, or Procurement Specialist
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential.

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.

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.

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