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Thales

Global defense and aerospace electronics

Procurement Manager

Supply Chain ManagementPosted on Nov 12
Full-timeChâtellerault, FranceNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Hold a Bac+2 or Bac+3 diploma in logistics or supply chain and have solid experience in a similar role.
  • Have experience managing supplier relationships.
  • Have good knowledge of the S&OP process.
  • Be proficient in negotiations.
  • Have written and spoken English proficiency.
  • Be able to work with data.
  • Have organizational skills to effectively monitor activity planning.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare a monthly Top 3 list of critical suppliers and work on the associated action plan with supplier quality teams.
  • Conduct forecast reviews with the most critical suppliers to anticipate supply shortages and propose alternative solutions.
  • Propose SAP parameter settings, including lot size, safety stock, and safety lead time, to improve parts availability.
  • Work with the stock manager to reduce VEX (financial value of stock).
  • Strengthen interactions with related departments and suppliers.
  • Communicate activity forecasts to suppliers to assess risks and improve supplier performance in terms of cost and lead times.

Desired Qualifications

  • Good communication, team spirit, curiosity, and analytical skills are valued.

About the Company

Thales

Global defense and aerospace electronics

Thales designs and delivers critical technology for aerospace, defense, and digital security. Its products include electronics, software, and data-security systems that power air travel, payments, and modern military platforms, by integrating hardware and software to build systems such as avionics, radar, cybersecurity, and secure communications that collect sensor data and protect networks. It stands out through deep industrial experience, end-to-end solutions across defense, aerospace, and cybersecurity, and a focus on AI and quantum tech, aided by strategic acquisitions and partial state ownership. Its goal is to provide reliable, secure, and connected technologies that support national security, public safety, and everyday life by solving complex security and connectivity challenges.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Meudon, France
Founded
1893

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