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Material Planner - NigelFull job descriptionAt 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. Job Title: Material Planner ( Limited Duration Contract)Location : Nigel - Gauteng PURPOSE OF THE JOB Manage his Supplier's portfolio (Internal and/or External suppliers) for ensuring goods delivery at right time and place based on Alstom needs.Express delivery needs to suppliers and animate the Supplier's delivery performances.Drive action plan for performance improvement & contribute for risk management. ORGANISATION Organisation structure (job belongs to)Supply Chain Department Reports directly to:Supply Chain Manager Other reporting to:Not Applicable Direct reports:Not Applicable Network & Links InternalPlanning & Logistics TeamsProductionSourcingQualitySDPM (Supplier Delivery Performance Manager)PrSCL (Project Supply Chain Leader) / PrIdM (Project Industrialization Manager)Engineering & IndustrializationFinanceMaterial Planning & SRM Central TeamInternal Suppliers (other Alstom Sites) ExternalKey Suppliers & Customers MAIN RESPONSABILITIES Missions Express delivery needs to SuppliersFollow up deliveries and ensure the availability of goods for Alstom projectsMonitor Supplier's performances KPI'sParticipate/lead to Supplier's performances improvement (animation)Contribute with SC inputs for supplier selection General scopeApply APSYS roadmap and standardsRespect Alstom EHS policyParticipate to EHS improvement and targets achievementRespect Alstom Ethics & Compliance codes Task Internal suppliers: Manage Purchase Requisition flow up to Material Planning documentsExternal suppliers: Follow up with Sourcing the Purchase Requisition level maturity for launching Material Planning documentsEnsure and update the accuracy of material planning master data (in compliance with stock and logistic constraints)Create the Material Planning documents (Call-off, Schedule Agreement) & respective Source ListCommunicate the Material Planning documents to Suppliers and follow Suppliers confirmationAnalyse Suppliers confirmations vs. Alstom needs and evaluate the risk/impact anticipation on production/projectsIdentify priorities associated with risk/impact anticipation and set up recovery actionsMaintain a routine with Suppliers in order to check the status of deliveriesAnalyse and manage MRP exception messages and anticipate supply problems (backlogs, shortages, no demand).Maintain delivery dates in ERPTrack missing parts until stock availabilityEnsure non-conformities replacementResolve Receiving issues (overstock, shortage, damage, documentation, etc.)Analyse and share deliveries performances KPI's with different stakeholders (Internal & External)Collaborate with Material Planning Management/SDPM to validate worst Suppliers and define appropriate action plan (adapted governance: LSCA, LCA, etc...)Apply appropriate communication routine with Suppliers based on their delivery performancesDrive and follow (when involved) Supplier Capacity AssessmentDrive and follow (when involved) Supplier's Light Capability Assessment (LSCA)Contribute to new business risk assessments and mitigation action plan. MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES Educational Requirements: Mandatory:Minimum National Diploma in Supply Chain or related disciplineProven experience working as a production planner.Desirable: Experience: Mandatory:Minimum of 3 years working experience in the Supply ChainKnowledge of Material PlanningExperience with ERPs, Supply Chain concepts, processes and continuous improvementFluent in English and Drivers licenseDesirable:SAP experience.Railway industry knowledgeManufacturing environment knowledge Competencies & Skills: Materials requirements planningSupplier Delivery Performance ManagementInventory management & Material Planning techniquesIndustrial schedulingTransport & DistributionSupply Chain information systemsData analyticsSourcing For Non-SourcingProject Management BasicsEntrepreneurshipAgilityCollaboration | Global Vision You dont 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, youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge, wed love to hear from you! Important to noteAs a global business, were an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.Job Segment: Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply, Project Manager, ERP, Operations, Technology

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