Shape procurement strategy for Thales defence activities, using supplier governance, contract expertise, and performance metrics from Ottawa’s hybrid setting.
As TCDS Procurement Director, you will lead procurement across two Canadian defence entities and a portfolio exceeding 250M€ annually. The work includes supplier vetting, onboarding, category management, contract coverage, and sourcing strategy. You will align regional execution with global strategies, group policies, and compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities: Establish annual procurement objectives and performance targets
Drive sourcing strategies aligned with business and regional requirements
Ensure subcontractors meet contractual obligations
Support complex contract development, review, and execution
Contribute to cost savings and cash flow initiatives
Requirements: Ten years’ procurement experience within a technical workplace
Five years’ progressive change management experience
Experience implementing common processes and tools regionally
Experience establishing procurement performance indicators
Project management, planning, communication, and problem-solving experience
Bring strategic sourcing, contract oversight, and performance management expertise to Thales’ Canadian defence procurement function.