Location: Hengelo, Netherlands
About the team
between our suppliers and business departments. We are part of the Thales Netherlands Procurement team that consists of several Procurement Segments. as well as the Global Category team. You will be working in the Electronic Segment together with six other Category Buyers.
We are responsible for managing the Procurement Category portfolio ‘Systems & Equipment’ mainly in defense.
Our procurement mission? Connect the world and its innovation to Thales. We strive to become the trusted partner in value creation to the Thales business and development needs. Therefore, we build strong supplier relationships bringing sustainability, innovative solutions, competitive advantages and operational excellence.
As a high-tech system integrator, the company focuses on high level of outsourcing and integration of its supply chain to secure long-term supply. With purchased goods making up to 85 percent of total manufacturing costs and considering the challenging market conditions it’s safe to say that the procurement department and its supplier network is of strategic importance.
About your internship
Your work as a procurement assistant is quite varied.
The main tasks are:
complete defense systems including services for naval ships. Within the boundaries of the needs for bids, running contracts and your category itself, you have the freedom to manage your working days.
- Support cost reduction (cost killing) initiatives on PCBA.
Supporting and proposing procurement strategy for electrical components
- Assist the Category Buyer in sourcing, gathering, and consolidating relevant supplier information for PVET slide preparation and strategic analysis.
- Perform supplier risk assessments and follow up on mitigation actions.
- Collect, structure, and analyze data regarding the electronic segment, focusing on coverage and performance of strategic suppliers.
- Contribute to offer analysis and the preparation of negotiation strategies, working closely with the purchasing team.
- Conduct cost breakdown analysis, especially PCBA pricing, using Excel and dedicated tools.
- Be proactive in proposing improvements to purchasing processes and workflows.
- Design and recommend efficient ways of working for managing multiple EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) suppliers simultaneously.
- Participate in projects to optimize procurement processes and gain insights into a complex, international procurement environment.
- Provide general support across all procurement processes.
- Take a leading role in monitoring and implementing risk mitigation processes.
- Gather and disseminate market intelligence (market info, benchmarking) and help harmonize communication within the Group.
Why you'd be a good match
We are looking for a colleague who is motivated, and is currently studying within business, procurement or data management field.
, and at least 3 years relevant working experience.You connect people and oversee and value interests in a broad perspective. You're also capable to take or enforce timely decisions under high pressure.
One of your goals is to continue to develop yourself, both on a personal and professional level. Plus, you have:
- Capable to communicate clearly and create buy-in on several decision levels;
- Able to influencing on various levels in organization;
- Shows business, financial and commercial insights with technical background;
- Can deal with ambiguity and shows pragmatic approach;
- Ability to build good relationships
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. – French and Dutch are an asset
- Good knowledge about Excel
- Eager to learn
• pro-active attitude
• strong negotiation skills
• ability to build good relationships
• experience with relational contracting is a strong plus
• knowledge of procurement processes
What's in it for you
- A challenging job in a great team within our high-tech, innovative work environment. Includes the freedom for initiative and good ideas.
- Room for personal and professional growth within our organisationorganization
- Valuable international collaboration with coworkers from 68 different countries around the globe.
- A comfortable work space in a modern environment, with a focus on flexibility and the right work life balance.
- You can usually work where and when you want to be able to do your work as well and efficiently as possible. Within Thales we implement hybrid working, where you can, for example, work from home two days a week if your role allows it.
- A team of intern within Thales
Interested?
Apply now! Click on the button below to upload your profile and show your interest.
To ensure that we are a good match, we can ask you to participate in an assessment.
Diversity Statement
We actively support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. That means that equal opportunities, inclusion and an informal culture are integral to our success. It also means that your well-being and happiness matter to us! That’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, remote working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times.
Security Requirements
In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in The Netherlands and employment and/or education history. Some vacancies may require a security clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please refer to the General Intelligence and Security Service.
