Lead defence procurement strategy for Thales in Ottawa, coordinating sourcing, supplier management, and regional execution in a hybrid workplace.

The TCDS Procurement Director leads procurement for Thales Canada Defense & Security and Thales Optronics Canada. This senior position covers sourcing, process and tool implementation, category management, supplier management, and procurement governance. The portfolio exceeds 250M€ annually and supports Canadian defence activities.

Key Responsibilities:

- Coordinate procurement activities across TCDS and TOCA
- Support supplier selection, onboarding, and contract negotiation
- Monitor financial, delivery, and quality performance indicators
- Oversee local procurement resources and staff development




- Coordinate closely with Supply Chain and business stakeholders

Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a relevant field
- At least 10 years’ procurement experience in technical environments
- At least five years’ sourcing and supplier management experience
- At least five years’ change management experience
- NATO Secret clearance and Controlled Goods eligibility required

Apply procurement leadership, sourcing expertise, and governance experience to Thales defence operations in Ottawa.

📌 TCDS Procurement Director Ottawa
🏢 Thales
📍 Ottawa