About this role
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Material Planning Associate in Mexico City
At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can't afford to fail. We're more than 85,000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.
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More Than a Job: A Mission
We are looking for a passionate Material Planning Associate who thrives on precision, collaboration, and impact. You will join a team dedicated to ensuring the seamless flow of materials that power the future of sustainable mobility. This role demands ownership, analytical thinking, and a commitment to operational excellence.
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Your Role, Your Impact
- Coordinate material requirements planning (MRP) to ensure on-time availability for production lines.
- Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and engineering teams to align supply chain priorities with project schedules.
- Monitor inventory levels and implement reliability-driven improvements using SAP and Lean methodologies.
- Drive innovation in planning processes through data analytics and digital tools to enhance forecasting accuracy.
- Share best practices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across global supply chain teams.
You'll work with sharp, committed teams solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility, ensuring seamless integration of business and technology.
What You Bring
- Proficiency in SAP MRP and inventory management systems.
- Strong understanding of supply chain optimization and demand planning techniques.
- Ability to interpret production schedules and translate them into actionable material plans.
- Experience applying Lean or Six Sigma principles to improve process efficiency.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work across cross-functional teams.
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How Success Is Measured
- On-time delivery of materials aligned with production and project milestones.
- Effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to resolve supply issues.
- Reduction in material shortages, improved forecast accuracy, and enhanced process efficiency.
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Alstom, A Great Place to Grow
- Work with advanced digital planning tools and global supply chain systems.
- Contribute to projects that enable sustainable mobility across continents.
- Access continuous learning and career development opportunities within a global network.
Here, progress isn't always easy but the impact is real. Because the scale is massive, the tasks are complex when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.