At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

As a key member of the multi-disciplined Regional Procurement Centre (RPC), the role of the Procurement Category Manager is to manage the procurement of Supply Chain Services, Industrial Equipment and Installation for Thales Australia. In this role, the Procurement Category Manager will ensure that the execution of the sourcing strategy is in line with the business and corporate objectives, and that timeframes and deliverables are aligned in order to deliver the best overall outcome (cost, service and/or quality) for Thales Australia.

KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Building strong stakeholder relationships across various key business lines
Developing a category strategy, that meets the regional and global business objectives;
Collating and optimising the demand;
Analysing and reporting on Spend Management;
Actively sourcing, assessing and qualifying potential suppliers;
Executing the sourcing strategy through a disciplined RFI/ RFQ tendering process;
Managing the RFQ process, which includes creation of RFQ package, release to market, review supplier responses, provide recommendations;
Identifying risks and opportunities, and influencing the design and/ or specification to generate additional savings;
Proposing a negotiation strategy and lead the negotiation;
Coordinating closure on the final decision and executing the procurement contract.
Managing the supplier’s performance (quality, cost and timely delivery), including risks and opportunities including the supplier performance review program;
KEY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
To be successful in your role, you will have demonstrated and/or acquired the following knowledge and experience:

Technical/Engineering/Business degree and/ or demonstrated experience in a relevant discipline
5+ years Procurement experience or Strategic Sourcing with a focus in Freight or Civil industries
Experience in Procurement, Contract Management or Commercial experience
Experience working in a complex Project environment
Experience working within a large organisation and dealing with all levels of management
Experience in negotiating and managing contract spends of up to $50M per annum
Strong Communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to develop strong relationship with internal stakeholders and influence decisions
Recognised professional accreditation (CIPS, EIPM, RICS or equivalent)
Strong skill base in IT productivity tools such as Office and Excel
High levels of responsiveness and internal customer focus
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police checks.