Lead Buyer Rail Assets (m/f)

Description:

ArcelorMittal is the world's largest steel producer. We use the most innovative technology to create the steels tomorrow's world will be made of. Every day over 154,300 of our talented people, push the boundaries of digitalization and use advanced technology to create a world that is stronger, faster and smarter. To help make this possible, they know they can depend on the support and training that a company of our scope and scale can provide.
Join us at the forefront of the steel industry and see your work help create renewable energy, impact major industries and boost economies. At ArcelorMittal we'll help you make your world.

ArcelorMittal Luxembourg and European Procurement Organization is looking for a: « Lead Buyer Rail Assets » (m/f)

Responsibilities

Entity: ArcelorMittal Luxembourg S.A.
Field of activity: European Procurement Organization
Report to: Head of Assets
Functional links: Logistics and European Procurement Organization

Working location: Luxembourg Petrusse

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Job description

Duties & Responsabilities: 1. Strategic Procurement & Sourcing

• Identifying Needs: Work closely with various departments to understand their requirements and forecast future needs.
• Market Research: Conduct research to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their offerings, and compare them against organizational needs.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable supply chain.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for rolling stock and modular assets tailored to cyclical steel industry demands.
• Lead competitive tenders (RFI/RFP), negotiations, and supplier evaluations with a focus on total lifecycle cost.
• Drive contract structuring and renegotiations, ensuring flexibility, long-term value, and risk mitigation.
• Negotiation: Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to secure the best possible deals for the organization.

2. Cost reduction and fleet management strategy

• Develop the procurement strategy for your portfolio based on TCO method (Total Cost of Ownership)
• Monitor wagon contract, usage & cost date and coordinate with relevant teams to gather this data which will be used to ensure an optimal wagon fleet.

3. Supplier & Market Intelligence

• Build strong knowledge of wagon suppliers, lessors, and OEMs active in the European steel transport ecosystem.
• Track market offerings, regulatory compliance (UIC, TSI, EN), and supplier risk exposure.
• Benchmark supplier performance, cost drivers, and technical capabilities (including modular fleets and retrofit programs).

4. Quality, reporting & compliance

• Quality Assurance: Contribution to the Assets team inputs to the organization's quality standards and processes.
• Reporting: Prepare regular reports on purchasing activity, cost savings, and supplier performance.
• Follow-up of the contracts (KPI, contract review, improvement...)

Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with relevant regulations and organizational policies.
Education: MBA and bachelor degree in Engineering

Skills & Specifications: Having a inclusive and collaborative team spirit

• Able to form good relationships with supplier and be able to manage key stakeholders.
• Able to prepare strategy, to establish partnership with key accounts.

• Skills:

• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and commercial decision-making skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Self-driving and motivated
• Able to manage key stakeholders
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Work experience requirements:

• Relevant experience within rail logistics, steel supply chains, and supplier contracting min 10 years
• Experience with steel industry company
• Knowledge and experience in Procurement
• Experience in negotiation, contract law basics, and safety compliance frameworks (UIC, TSI, NSA/ERA).

Languages: Fluent English

What we'll offer:

• A modern, dynamic and fast paced environment with plenty of opportunities to grow within the business
• Highly skilled and inspiring colleagues-business partners from different backgrounds. This gives us the opportunity to learn from one another where technology and innovation are key pillars and contribute to ArcelorMittal's values of Sustainability, Quality and Leadership .
• High focus on personal development, knowledge exchanges, continuous improvement and teamwork.

Send your CV and cover letter to: recruitment.adem@arcelormittal.com