Strategic Buyer For Train-Set Structure
Role:-Managing a small team of 2FTE‘s and a bargaining power of 12% of the total train-set costs, I was responsible for the Front Nose and CabinRoof system as main sub-system assigned for Talgo-Avril F070 project. -Auditing shortlisted suppliers for every sub-system, following internal company procedures.-Being responsible, additionally, for complete train-set structure for Renfe F070 project and the acquisition of all aluminum extrusion profiles for carbodies, and Hedging operation for LME aluminum price-index.-Monitor the negotiations for side-windows and Gangways, and as in Welded Steel beams and Side-Panels for Powerheads also made of steel.-Acquire all those fairings necessary to cover the delicate parts of the train, being quite sensitive those areas where gravimetry impacts are present (car-frames)Achievements: -Working actively we managed to sign a deal to collaborate in the design and production of Front-Nose and Cabin roof systems with an Aeronautics supplier for first time, dropping the final weight significantly and defining an open-costs collaborative-flow and using state-of-art technologyfor fulfilling with European-ETI standards and becoming a landmark in Railway Industry.-Collaborate with internal team appointed to implement E-commerce / B2B MarketPlace SAP Ariba in the organization.-Provide support for the renewal of European standardisation ISO 15896, audited by Bureau Veritas Co.