Strategic Procurement Specialist

Job Summary

Thales is seeking a highly skilled Strategic Procurement Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our procurement department, you will be responsible for creating, managing, and executing purchase orders, as well as serving as the primary point of contact for supplier communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Transform purchase requisitions into purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Review and verify purchase orders, including ship-to locations, supplier information, and relevant notes.
• Ensure supplier acknowledgement of purchase order receipt and delivery commitment.
• Manage purchase order cancellations, rescheduling, or changes to quantity, price, or requirements.
• Follow up and expedite purchase orders and requests through our ticket service.
• Manage local negotiations within delegated authority thresholds and in alignment with regional procurement category managers and buyers.
• Report on procurement project status.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business.
• At least 3 years of experience in supply chain or procurement.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Experience with MS Office and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Data management experience.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, analytical, results-oriented, customer-focused, time management, autonomous, honest, and empathetic.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Company-paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
• Company-provided life insurance.

Why Thales?

Thales is a global leader in aerospace, transportation, defense, security, and space. Our company is built on a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction. As a Strategic Procurement Specialist, you will be part of a dynamic team that drives business growth and excellence.