Buyer Rail Assets

Assets & Strategic Projects Team

Within the European Procurement Organization Land Logistics (EPO LL), the Assets & Strategic Projects Team negotiates long term contracts for the private wagon and locomotive fleet of ArcelorMittal. We manage approximately 10 000 wagons, and we have 2 private carriers in Eastern Europe.

Our team is committed to excellence in every aspect of our operations. We believe in fostering a collaborative environment where every team member can contribute to our success.

Position Summary

This position will directly contribute to managing a part of this wagon portfolio and is based in Luxembourg.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for procurement and a commitment to quality, we invite you to apply for the position of Buyer Rail Assets. Join our team and help us achieve our goals of providing added value our organization, reducing costs and being best in class.

Mission & responsibilities

• Identifying Needs: Work closely with various departments to understand their requirements and forecast future needs.
• Market Research: Conduct research to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their offerings, and compare them against organizational needs.
• Develop the procurement strategy for your portfolio based on TCO method (Total Cost of Ownership)
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable supply chain.
• Negotiation: Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to secure the best possible deals for the organization.
• Monitor wagon contract, usage & cost date and coordinate with relevant teams to gather this data which will be used to ensure an optimal wagon fleet.
• Quality Assurance: Contribution to the Assets team inputs to the organization's quality standards and processes.
• Reporting: Prepare regular reports on purchasing activity, cost savings, and supplier performance.
• Follow-up of the contracts (KPI, contract review, improvement...)
• Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with relevant regulations and organizational policies.

Working Conditions

The Buyer will work primarily in an office setting, with occasional visits to suppliers' facilities. The role may require travel to attend industry conferences, trade shows, and supplier meetings.

Requirements

• Education: Master level degree (Engineering preferred)
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a purchasing or procurement role. An experience in railway (in locomotive or wagons) is preferred
• Having a inclusive and collaborative team spirit
• Able to form good relationships with supplier and be able to manage key stakeholders.
• Able to prepare strategy, to establish partnership with key accounts.
• Skills:
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
  • Self-driving and motivated
  • Able to manage key stakeholders
  • Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Languages: Fluent English, French or German will be an added value.
• Valid Drivers licence.

Please submit your CV in English