Project Procurement Manager – Customer Services (Global/India)

Overview

Lead global procurement for railway service projects, managing suppliers, contracts, and cost

Key Responsibilities

• cost negotiation
• supplier management
• global sourcing
• risk management
• contract management
• stakeholder liaison

Tasks

-Value-Driven Negotiation & Cost Optimization: Leading negotiations to secure optimal terms, conditions, and pricing, driving continuous cost-saving initiatives and value engineering while upholding stringent quality standards. -Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a key interface, ensuring smooth communication and alignment among international project teams, engineering, sales, legal, and logistics stakeholders. -Cultural Connection & Partnership Building: Bridge communication gaps and foster strong relationships with diverse internal and external partners across various time zones and cultural backgrounds, especially for European projects. -Strategic Global Sourcing & Supplier Management: Develop and implement global procurement strategies for complex train service projects, with focus on locomotives, identifying key suppliers and building a strong international supplier base focused on quality and reliability for parts, maintenance, and overhaul services. -Project & Risk Management: Integrate procurement activities into project timelines, collaborating closely with project managers and engineering teams, and proactively identifying/mitigating risks to enhance project efficiency and profitability. -Contract Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting and execution to monitoring, ensuring compliance with Siemens policies and legal requirements.

Requirements

• procurement
• sap
• bachelor's
• rail
• negotiation
• communication

What You Bring

-Procurement Expertise: Significant professional experience (typically 8-12 years) in project procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management within a complex industrial environment. -Tech Savvy: Proficiency in SAP or other major ERP systems, and comfortable with procurement-specific software and tools. -Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A master’s degree would be beneficial! -Rail Industry Insight (Crucial!): Demonstrated, in-depth experience within the Rail and/or Locomotive industry, specifically in customer services, aftermarket, or MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) procurement. You know your way around a locomotive/train! -Strategic Negotiator & Analytical Problem-Solver: Leverage strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to inform superior negotiation and influencing skills, consistently achieving favorable, data-driven outcomes in complex and challenging situations. -Travel Ready: Willingness to travel national and international as required to meet with suppliers and project teams (approximately 15-20%). -Global Project Experience: Proven track record of managing procurement for international projects, with a strong understanding of global supply chains, customs, and logistics, particularly in a European context. -Communication Champion: Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills in English (both written and verbal). You can articulate complex ideas clearly, influence stakeholders, and build rapport effortlessly across cultures.

People Also Searched For

About Siemens

-The company drives progress with solutions in electrification, automation, and digitalization across industries. -With cutting-edge products and services, it leads sustainable innovation for industries like energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure. -Its impressive portfolio includes smart grids, automated factories, advanced healthcare technologies, and solutions for urban mobility. -Siemens’ digital solutions enhance efficiency and sustainability in everything from smart buildings to electric vehicles. -It has contributed to iconic projects, including energy-efficient train systems and automation in key industrial sectors. -Transforming how industries use digital technology to optimize operations and tackle global challenges.

Sector Specialisms