Location: Irvine, United States of AmericaThales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.
Procurement Manager, Products/Bids/Projects
Irvine, CA (Hybrid)
Position Summary
Thales is looking for a Procurement Manager, Products/Bids/Projects who is primarily responsible for all Procurements that are part of a Bid / Project / Product delivery. In the integrated Team, you will represent and promote the Procurement organization. You will be responsible to provide the best procurement solution (competitiveness, quality, on time delivery), fulfilling the customer needs and aligned with Thales Procurement strategy led by the Global Category Managers.
In this position, you will also introduce supplier innovations to our solutions, play a key role in the early stages (pre-Gate 1 / definition phase) of Bids, Projects and/or Product teams activities.
Key Areas of Responsibility
1. The Procurement Product / Bid / Project Manager’s main mission is to develop and promote Thales procurement competitiveness internally as well as externally (customer, consortia, etc...).
2. To challenge the acquisition needs and requirements and to promote design to cost analysis with the suppliers, during the definition phase of the solution, in order to increase the competitiveness of the solution and to define the acquisition strategy whilst taking into account : The offer available on the market / the accessible innovations or breakthroughs on the market; The Make or Buy analysis (both structural and project-oriented).
3. The prime contract requirements, with an appropriate flow down according to the acquisition context; The access to Market criteria (KIP, partnership, ToT, etc); The Thales Group Procurement policies; The acquisition needs within the Bid/ Project / Product, to organize these needs into Procurement work packages; The legal and regulatory requirements (export control, environmental rules, social regulations…); To validate the availability of offers on the market of the product or project design; To define the resulting acquisition plan, in order to optimize the cost of the sourced parts, with the support of the Global Category Managers/Category Managers/Category Buyers.
4. To commit the Procurement Directorate to the cost and competitiveness of the sourced part (in BID phase) through the Procurement Executive Summary (PES) presented at Gate 2; To execute the acquisition plan (in project phase / product development and production phase) in accordance with the allocated targets ( Time, Quality, Total Cost of Ownership, Risks &Opportunities) and update the procurement dashboard.
5. To liaise with operational teams and Category Buyers to monitor the execution of the Procurement plan; To define and monitor the contractual requirements of the acquisition; To comply with the “Manage Acquisition” process as per Chorus 2 and use the acquisition tools in place in the organization (e-Acquisition, ERP, etc.) for all activities.
6. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction goals and objectives; Builds Powerful Networks - Involves networking internally and externally to develop and maintain relationships in all kinds of organizations knowing what they do, how they can help you, and how you can help them; Leads the development of tools, processes and approaches that build a heightened sense of confidence in the organization's ability to achieve astonishing results. (Business Acumen, Customer Focus, Planning and Organizing, Drive for Results, Continuous Process Improvement and Quality Orientation).
Minimum Qualifications
7. Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study with a minimum of 8+ years relevant work experience or Master’s degree with a minimum of 6+ years of prior relevant work experience.
8. Solid capability of project management with proven ability and skills to track and report project performance on scope, technical details, schedules, and financials (budget/savings/ROI); Ability to develop project plan, quality control goals as well as lessons learning opportunities; High proficiency of Microsoft Office to include PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, MS Teams, etc.
9. Demonstrates effective consulting, negotiating, influencing and persuasive skills to diverse audiences; Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written, with all levels within the organization; Executive-level presentation skills.
10. Possess a combination of characteristics, including strong strategic, critical and problem-solving thinking; strong detail- and results-orientation; and decisiveness; Analytical, able to simplify complex problems, develop and drive resolution to implementation and deliver results; Ability to think "outside the box" and leverage data responsibilities to help drive performance improvements; Problem resolution ability with a high degree of motivation, thoroughness, integrity, and reliability.
11. High degree of personal accountability and be able to manage self emotionally and professionally, as well as able to hold other people accountable; Possess demonstrated leadership and collaboration with functional teams to deliver results; Constructive confrontation and issue resolution capability.
12. Proven self-starter, with a positive “can do” attitude and a high learning capacity; Capable to challenge the status quo and asking common sense questions; Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks while dealing with disruptions and change in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment; someone who sees ‘ambiguity’ as an opportunity rather than a hurdle; Agility, able to quickly adapt in a complex, multi-national, multi-cultural environment.
If you’re excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community!
Special Position Requirements
13. Schedule: Core Business Hours, Monday-Friday, may be required to work outside of core business hours. Option for 9/80 program.
14. Physical Environment: Typical office environment – no special physical requirements.
15. Travel: 15% domestic and international travel required.
16. Regulatory Compliance Requirements: None.
What We Offer
The anticipated TTC range for this role is $112,321.13 - $189,150.50 USD Annual. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.
Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
17. Elective Health and Dental plans.
18. Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, and without vesting period.
19. Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
20. Company provided Life Insurance.
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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) 112,321.13 - 189,150.50 USD Annual
This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.
(For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please reach out to your HR Shared Service, 1st Point)
Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
•Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
•Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period
•Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
•Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program