Material Planning & Logistics Manager

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Material Planning & Logistics Manager
Alstom • Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Full–time

Job description

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 Materials Planning & Logistics Manager in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your comprehensive expertise in material planning and logistics in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside dedicated and collaborative teammates.

You'll spearhead the optimization of our material planning processes and logistics operations. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Planning, Production, Procurement, and more), streamline supplier performance management, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of developing cost-effective logistics solutions for domestic and international transport, as well as maintaining accurate master data. You will also lead supplier escalation processes and ensure compliance with our internal standards and external regulations.

We’ll look to you for:
• Accuracy in material planning master data and document creation
• Regular reviews with Material Planners to monitor supplier and stock performance
• Risk assessment and mitigation action planning in collaboration with Procurement
• Coordination with stakeholders for timely execution of inbound and outbound flows
• Efficient handling of import/export documentation and customs queries
• Cost analysis and reduction in freight and logistics operations
• Leadership in team performance and competency development

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 from a reputed institution, with a Masters being desirable
• 15+ Years of Experience in material planning and logistics operations within a manufacturing organization
• Proficiency in an ERP system, with SAP knowledge being mandatory
• Understanding of international freight forwarding
• A certification in Supply Chain or Project Management (desirable)
• Skills in materials requirements planning and supplier delivery performance management
• Competency in inventory management, transport, distribution, and procurement

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
• Work with new security standards for rail signalling
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our dynamic 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 senior management 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.

Job Type:Experienced

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