Job Description

Req ID:532724

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.

Could you be the full-time onsite Key Supplier Contract Manager in Toronto, ON we’re looking for?

Your future role

You'll play a pivotal role along side Procurement team in protecting Alstom’s interests by proactively working with the project team on identifying risks, managing claims, and ensuring supplier compliance to achieve successful and profitable project execution. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with the teams across the business (Procurement, Project Management, Finance, Project Controller, Legal), provide contractual guidance on complex supplier-related issues, work alongside proactive and collaborative teammates. and help define and implement claim strategies with the Project Team and Procurement, and much more.

We’ll look to you for:

• Proactively working with the Project Team and Procurement to identify risks early and protect project profitability,
• Guide and support Procurement on ensuring supplier compliance with all contractual obligations and preserving Alstom’s rights under supplier and subcontractor agreements,
• Providing contractual guidance and expertise on complex supplier-related issues, including interpretation of contractual requirements,
• Managing critical claims for cost recovery and other remedies in cases of contractual breach,
• Contributing to a proactive and structured working environment while fostering strong relationships and teamwork,
• Defining claim strategies in collaboration with the Project Team and Sourcing,
• Supporting the Project in achieving successful and profitable execution,
• Coordinating the construction of defensive and offensive claim files,

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:

• Knowledge of Contract Management principles and practices,
• Proactive and structured working style,
• Strong interpersonal skills, including relationship-building and teamwork,
• Fluent in English,
• Degree in Law, Engineering or Finance,
• French language proficiency is a plus,
• Experience with Target Price is a plus,
• Familiarity with complex, multi-stakeholder projects is a plus.

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:

• Work with a diverse and dynamic group of professionals to help manage supplier contracts and mitigate risks,
• Contribute to innovative projects,
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues,
• Utilise our inclusive and innovative working environment that fosters leadership, resilience, and continuous learning,
• Progress towards becoming a trusted expert in supplier contract management and a key contributor to the success of complex, multi-stakeholder projects.

Compensation

The expected compensation for this role is $100,000 – $135,000 CAD per year, plus benefits and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We do not use artificial intelligence in the recruiting process for this role.

Interview Process & Candidate Communication

Candidates who participate in an interview for this role will be informed of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date.

This job posting represents an existing vacancy.

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.

If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please email us at "humanresources.accessibility@alstomgroup.com” while referring to the job requisition number, job title and location you applied to.

Job Type:​Experienced​