Procurement Manager- Defense and Optronics

Thales; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 92,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

An international aerospace and defense firm is seeking a Procurement Manager to manage sourcing activities and category management within a hybrid work environment in Ottawa. This role requires strong leadership, over 9 years of experience in sourcing, and the ability to navigate complex procurement challenges. Competitive compensation and extensive benefits are provided.

Benefits

Health benefits

Retirement savings plans

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years of experience in sourcing and purchasing.
• Recognized experience in a Defense or Technology market.
• Proven leadership experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement processes for various regional entities.
• Develop and deploy consistent sourcing strategies.
• Manage local procurement team and resources.

Skills

Sourcing activity

Tactical purchasing process

Category management

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor degree or diploma

Job description

Location: Ottawa, Canada

Overview

In fast changing markets customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each aerospace transportation defence security and space our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrows possible.

For decades Ottawa has been a global technology leader. Today Canadas capital holds one of the brightest and most diverse technological ecosystems in North America. Voted as Canadas best place to live 2017 by Macleans Ottawa offers a low cost of living with a high quality of life. The Thales Ottawa office has been a major supplier and long-term trusted partner to DND enabling the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Coast Guard to achieve mission success.

Procurement Manager- Defense and Optronics

Ottawa, Canada - Hybrid

Position

Position: Procurement Manager- Defense and Optronics

Location: Ottawa, Canada - Hybrid

Position Summary

The Procurement Manager is responsible for sourcing activity, tactical purchasing process & tool management, and category management. The role supports three regional entities - Thales Canada Defense & Security (TCDS), Thales Optronics Canada (TOCA) and Thales Digital Systems (TDS).

Regulatory Compliance Requirements

All applicants must be legally able to work in Canada and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance and meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the Canadian Controlled Goods Registration Program and ITAR.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Position reports to the Vice President of Procurement Americas.
• Lead procurements under own responsibility while deploying consistent sourcing strategies to align with global strategies, group policies, business entity needs, and regional rules/regulations/compliance.
• Deploy common processes and tools to enable regional execution meeting budgetary, timing, and quality needs.
• Resource management for the local Procurement team.
• Manage complex challenges of varying degrees of difficulty with cultural and geographic sensitivities.
• Engage with and solicit support from the regional Procurement team: Category Management, Supplier Performance Management, Process & Tools, and Tactical Procurement.
• Support all sourcing needs for TCDS and TOCA.
• Establish, communicate, and drive annual objectives and targets for their perimeter based on business needs.
• Contribute to Thales strong financial position by supporting cost savings initiatives for bids and projects and positively influencing cash flow.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or diploma in a relevant field of study from a recognized University or College, or in lieu of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience and/or education as equivalency.
• Minimum 9 years of sourcing activity, tactical purchasing process & tool management and category management.
• Recognized track record of success in a similar role in a Defense/Technology (technical) business or market.
• Demonstrated experience successfully leading teams.
• Proven experience and ability to understand and execute contract terms & conditions within a large complex multi-national corporation.
• Project management - planning, time management, problem solving, communication and teamwork.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience establishing, communicating, and driving annual objectives and targets for their perimeter based on business needs.
• Superior interpersonal skills - ability to excel working in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to prioritize tasks while meeting deadlines in a high-pressure environment.

Special Position Requirements

Role will require working from both home and office (hybrid). Travel is 10-15% Domestic and international.

Why Join Us

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. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

This position 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 ITAR and/or EAR. All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian Enhanced Reliability security clearance.

Compensation and Benefits

The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target is between 92,729.25 CAD and 158,713.50 CAD annual. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation depending on circumstances not related to an applicants status.

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents including health, retirement savings plans, holidays, and voluntary coverages.

EEO

Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We will provide accommodations in all parts of the interview process and all accommodation information will be treated as confidential.