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Kazakhstan serves as Wabtec’s regional center of excellence for Central Asia, supporting both local operations and export markets.\nThe company operates the Lokomotiv Kurastyru Zauyty (LKZ) manufacturing facility in Astana, producing Evolution Series locomotives for Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ) and regional customers. In addition to manufacturing, Wabtec delivers engineering, maintenance, and long-term service solutions, supporting reliable rail operations and contributing to Kazakhstan’s role as a key hub on the Trans-Caspian (Middle) Corridor.\n Who will you be working with?\nYou will be part of the Supply Chain Operations team, collaborating closely with buyers, project teams, and cross-functional stakeholders across regions and sites. The team ensures material availability, supports project timelines, and drives efficient supply chain processes across the organization.\nHow will you make a difference?\nAs a member of the Supply Chain Operations team, you will be responsible for managing material planning and supporting procurement processes to ensure on-time delivery aligned with project requirements. You will play a key role in maintaining ERP data accuracy, calculating material demand, and coordinating closely with buyers and project stakeholders. Your contribution will help optimize inventory levels, improve operational efficiency, and ensure seamless supply chain execution across multiple locations.\nWhat will your typical day look like?\nCreate and activate parts in internal ERP systems and place orders\nSupport and enable cross-functional teams\nCalculate demand for materials\nWork with buyers on DSD date adjustments in line with project timelines\nPerform consumption analysis and adjust orders accordingly\nWhat do we want to know about you?\nBachelor’s degree from an accredited university\nMinimum 3 years of experience in Supply Chain Operations and/or Logistics\nFluent in English and Russian\nLegal authorization to work in Kazakhstan\nDesired Characteristics\nStrong oral and written communication skills\nStrong interpersonal and leadership skills\nAbility to work independently\nStrong problem-solving skills\nDemonstrated ability to motivate, influence, and drive change at all levels\nProven ability to work across locations and time zones, collaborating with regions and sites\n What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?\nAt Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.\nIf you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.\nWho are we?\nWabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.\nOur global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.\nCulture powers us and the possibilities.\nWe believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.\nWe’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.\nNeed accommodation? 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