Country Team Lead - Segment E

Thales Canada; Quebec, Ottawa; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid extended health and dental benefits

Retirement savings plans with company contribution

Paid vacation and sick leave

Employee discounts on various services

Job summary

INGENIO Aerospace Inc. is seeking a Country Team Lead to manage all category buyers and category managers within the Engineering & Customer Support Service Segment. Your role is critical in delivering value for Thales, leading a team across multiple countries, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, a Bachelor's degree, and at least 10 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain.
• Strong executive presence and business acumen.
• Experience in subcontract management and delivery of engineering solutions.
• Proven track record in category management.
• Good understanding of global markets impacting the engineering sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of procurement professionals across four countries.
• Support all relevant sourcing events within delegation of authority.
• Negotiate high-profile supplier claims and disputes.
• Compile data for supplier risk management strategies.
• Monitor relevant supplier markets and adjust strategies accordingly.

Skills

Leadership skills

Negotiation skills

Business acumen

Communication skills

Cultural insights

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or equivalent

Job description

The Country Team Lead manages all category buyers and category managers within the Engineering & Customer Support Service Segment, delivering best‑in‑class value contribution for Thales.

Regulatory compliance requirements

• Requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the ITAR or the EAR.
• Requires a positive Controlled Goods assessment as you will have direct access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program.
• Required to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance at the NATO Secret Level.
• Requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
• All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access, including eligibility for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and ability to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.

Key areas of responsibility

• Provide regional input into global segment strategies for short-, medium-, and long-term needs based on regional business needs.
• Lead a team of procurement professionals across four countries and establish SMART objectives that contribute to Thales' strategies and growth.
• Ensure regional players have a solid working knowledge and support of the segment strategies so the region gains maximum business and customer competitive advantage.
• Support all relevant sourcing events within their delegation of authority and ensure the best sourcing decisions are made in Thales' interest.
• Drive and negotiate high-profile supplier claims and disputes.
• Compile information and data to support supplier risk management strategies and empower category managers/buyers to act accordingly.
• Support organization of supplier technology days and drive innovation into regional businesses through supplier partner relationships.
• Participate in negotiation and implementation of supply, pricing, and framework agreements and ensure the best possible outcome for Thales.
• Support specific supplier negotiations (in-person, virtual, BAFO/LAFO rounds, e-auctions, etc.) when required.
• Consolidate information on new technologies to drive operational efficiencies and resource optimization.
• Monitor relevant supplier markets and adjust strategy related to market risks and volatility.
• Execute key cash/working capital targets and initiatives, as applicable to the Region.
• Set targets for all category buyers and managers within the perimeter for all offset programs (e.g., Go to India, Canadian Offsets, Buy America).
• Support supplier performance management through organization and management of quarterly/strategic business reviews with strategic suppliers.
• Reinforce and hold suppliers accountable to on-time and on-conformance delivery requirements.
• Manage smart working principles across the region ensuring an efficient and healthy working environment for a geographically dispersed and remote team.
• Enforce strict compliance to all federal and local regulatory requirements.

Minimum qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a procurement or supply chain environment with increasing levels of responsibility within engineering subcontracting.
• Strong executive presence and business acumen.
• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, economics, or equivalent.
• Experience in subcontract management and delivery of complex engineering supplier solutions.
• Proven track record in category management with a solid understanding of the categories under control.
• Good understanding of global markets impacting Engineering and Customer Services.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Strong contractual knowledge (especially framework agreements), including import/export considerations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Propensity for global aptitude with strong cultural insights.
• Strong negotiation skills.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, automotive, transportation, or defense industries.

Travel & Vehicle

• Domestic travel once a month; international travel once a year.
• Personal vehicle usage: Use of a personal vehicle may be required for domestic travel.

Compensation

The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between Total Target Cash (TTC) $150,000 - $180,000 CAD annually.

Benefits

• Company‑paid extended health, dental, HSA, life, AD&D, short‑term disability, cancer care program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, and well‑being program.
• Retirement savings plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with company contribution and DCPP match, with no vesting period.
• Company‑paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, critical illness, long‑term disability.
• Employee discounts on home, auto, and gym memberships.
• Inclusion and accommodations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.