Senior Electrical Commodity Leader (m./f/)

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services to rail industry. Our expertise, technologies, and people - together - are accelerating the future of transportation. Join us :

Job Description

We are hiring an Electrical Commodity Leader (m./f.)

Location : France (Gennevilliers, Tours, Amiens, Neuville-en-Ferrain) or Italy (Piossasco).

How will you make a difference?

You will identify and drive proactive strategies with a clear focus on margin improvement, cash generation, supplier relationship management, dual source development, low-cost country spend migration, cross functional project management, supplier delivery performance management and service part productivity.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in Sourcing, Supply Chain or Related Field
• Minimum of 5 additional years of experience in Commodity Management / Project Buying.
• Strong negotiations and supplier interaction skills; inclusive leadership and driver who take ownership on driving cross functional projects to deliver results.
• Ability to influence others and to work with cross functional teams such as engineering, NPI sourcing, quality, services, materials etc. to achieve timely project execution.
• Strong organizational ability, data analytics, and presentation skills.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with positive persuasive attitude
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously under short time requirement.
• Willingness and ability to travel 25% of the time (mainly in Europe).
• Authorization to work in E.U..

What will your typical day look like?

A typical day is about understanding our spend and products, challenging the competitiveness of our supplier panel and working closely with Engineering, quality and local team to identify new savings opportunities. It is also about turning the strategy into results by negotiating with suppliers, bringing in new sources, coordinating local teams and securing supply.

Additional Information

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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