Material Planning Manager

Material Planning Manager

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):   Material Planning Manager (Material Planning Leader) (SC-PO-10)

 

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

Reports directly to: Supply Chain Manager

Direct reports: Material Planners, Trainee (when applicable)

Network & Links:

Internal

• Industrial Planning
• Logistics Team
• Production
• Procurement
• Quality
• SDPM (Supplier Delivery Performance Manager)
• PrSCL (Project Supply Chain Leader)
• 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

• 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

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: 

• Degree in Engineering (BE or B Tech)
• Experience or understanding of Material Planning/Procurement (10-15 years preferred)
• Knowledge of SAP – MM Module 
• Familiarity with supplier management and performance metrics
• A certification in Lean Management or similar.
• Strong crisis management and inventory planning skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

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 boring daily routines 
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our flexible 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 
• Progress towards leadership and specialized roles 
• 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! 

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. 

Experience Level

Mid Level