Procurement Subcontracts Manager – Thales Alenia Space, Harwell, United Kingdom
Thales Alenia Space is a joint venture that designs and manufactures high‑tech solutions for the aerospace and space industry. We deliver products and services that challenge performance, quality, and delivery timelines, accounting for about 50 % of our turnover. In this role you will partner with suppliers after contract award to ensure on‑time, on‑scope deliveries and to manage operational performance.
Responsibilities
* Ensure smooth transition and enforce contract clauses during hand‑over.
* Lead the ongoing relationship with suppliers, covering technical, industrial, planning, quality, and contractual matters.
* Manage internal and external activities according to the Statement of Work / Statement of Agreement and the Surveillance Plan.
* Monitor contract execution, minimize delays, and reduce non‑quality costs; proactively detect and mitigate risks.
* Track supplier progress, challenge delays, and maintain high portfolio performance.
* Coordinate all contract reviews (KO, PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR, TRB, DRB, etc.) and ensure compliance.
* Authorize delivery of goods and corresponding invoices, and approve related documentation.
* Organise material acceptance milestones and manage delegation of authority while remaining accountable.
* Apply the veto process when deliveries are non‑compliant; manage risk of integration or test damage.
* Review and resolve supplier actions, deviations (RFD, RFW), and change notices.
* Manage sales forecasts for supplier milestones.
* Perform supplier performance assessment, lessons learned, and evaluate liquidated damages.
* Keep you updated on security and baseline vetting requirements per UK law.
Inputs / Events to Perform the Work Package
* Supplier / Product Surveillance Plan.
* Risk and opportunity assessment and analysis.
* Handover package and minutes (SOW/SOA, SoC, unit requirement specifications, contract).
* Collaboration with Procurement, Engineering, and Quality per project portfolio.
Deliveries / Events from Work Package Execution
* Meeting minutes, EQSR forms, and documentation for each review stage.
* Monthly supplier reports and weekly progress status, including escalation when needed.
* Risk register and mitigation actions.
* Veto check list for product delivery issues.
* Assessment report at contract completion.
All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of background, gender, age, disability, nationality, or other protected characteristics. We provide reasonable adjustments and support for neuro‑diverse candidates and those with disabilities. For questions on the recruitment process, contact Resourcing Ops or the Early Careers Team.
Thales UK values inclusivity and encourages applicants to discuss required adjustments early in the process.
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