Category Buyer for on board Electrical Systems/Equipments

Category Buyer for on board Electrical Systems/Equipments

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Job Description

Category Buyer activities: Electrictiy units (sensors and actuators) of the Attitude Orbit Control System, power systems, power distribution systems for satellites, and equipment of the Data Handling Subsystem. The approach is Build‑to‑Specification.

• Negotiate, write, implement and follow the contract with suppliers as per Thales Alenia Space terms and conditions or the customer contract flow.
• Analyse business needs and challenges related to the contract perimeter.
• Manage the acquisition process in accordance with the product strategy (Multi‑Annual Supplier Strategy) until contract signature or purchase order issuance.
• Ensure fair competition through appropriate RFIs and Request For Proposals.
• Contribute to global category strategies for short, medium, and long term.
• Monitor market trends, innovation, and supplier performance.
• Manage bids and programs PVET (Evaluation/selection/negotiation) process and Tender Evaluation Board.
• Organise competitions, assess and select the best supplier for its category.
• Apply the category strategy at JV level, define and apply roadmap and related actions.
• Ensure accreditation of supplier contracts, maintain compliance with international/national laws and Thales regulations.
• Coordinate hand‑over with execution and performance manager, manage claim processes, and maintain contract changes and maintenance.
• Contribute to supplier performance assessment and business reviews.

Profile

Essential

• Master in engineering (technical background).
• Procurement experience within an international context.
• Experience in direct purchasing.
• Experience in contract management.
• Excellent relationship skills with project teams and company structures.
• Fluent English.
• Able to work in a global procurement environment.

Assets

• Open minded and proactive.
• Curious with willingness to improve/develop.
• Technical and commercial background gained in companies or general knowledge in materials and processes.
• Strong team‑work predisposition and availability for short‑term trips (2‑3 days max).
• Organizational, priority management and progress control skills.
• Perseverance in commitments.
• Ability to manage changes in context, tasks, and workloads.
• Knowledge of main regulations and certifications applicable in the space sector.
• Experience in evaluating offers/proposals and KPI.
• Supplier management.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office application systems.

About Thales Alenia Space

Thales Alenia Space is a global space manufacturer delivering high‑tech solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth observation and more. The company offers career development, mobility policy and a ‘Space for Life’ culture.

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