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Thales

Global defense and aerospace electronics

Mechanical Equipment Buyer Intern

Procurement & SourcingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
InternshipBordeaux, FranceNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • You are preparing a BAC+5-level qualification in purchasing and seeking a six-month internship.
  • You have knowledge of mechanical purchasing, Excel, PowerPoint, the industrial environment, and technical English.
  • Curiosity, autonomy, analytical ability, and persuasive skills are valued.

Responsibilities

  • Handle administrative matters to support the Mechanical Segment Category Buyers, learn the purchasing tools, and work on cross-functional purchasing topics to organize and structure the mechanical equipment buyers' scope.
  • Handle operational matters in coordination with Category Buyers by monitoring their portfolios and responsibilities for mechanical equipment, understanding context, clarifying needs, conducting tenders, selecting suppliers, and negotiating with them according to category purchasing strategy and acquisition processes, while meeting compliance, quality, cost, and schedule criteria.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Methods, Quality, Program, site buyer, and other teams, and interact with suppliers based in France and internationally.
  • Initially receive support from the buyer responsible for the portfolio, then take ownership of topics autonomously.

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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