Tactical Buyer

Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billons of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure. **Position Summary**: The Tactical Buyer will represent the Thales DIS Business Unit with external suppliers and be based in Barueri, Brazil and be responsible for all Purchase Order creation, changes, and cancellation along with being the primary point of contact with the supplier communication. **Key Areas of Responsibility**: PURCHASING: - Responsible to manage Procurement Purchase Contracts with the key suppliers assigned to her/him - Supplier maintenance with updated compliance and other required documentation in the different existing tools, to secure their availability for usage for PR/PO process. - Execute all Day To Day activities related to Procurement Purchase Contracts. - Receiving procurement requests and verifying their conformity to operating methods. - Transforming Purchase Requisitions (PRs) into Purchase Orders (POs) - Responsible to review and ensure accuracy of the PO including but not limited to: ship-to location, supplier information, and relevant notes/comments. - Ensuring supplier acknowledgement of Purchase Order receipt and delivery commitment. - Managing purchase order cancellation, rescheduling or PO information changes (quantity, price, and requirements). - Follow-up and expediting of purchase orders. - Managing disputes and problem resolution. NEGOTIATION: - Manage local negotiations within the (DOA) Delegation of Authority thresholds and in alignment with Regional Procurement Category Managers and Buyers. - RFx management within the DOA thresholds. - Involve the segment team (CBs/CMs) and/or PPM as needed. GOVERNANCE: - Report on procurement projects status. - Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analysis. - Be accountable for compliance with Thales procurement policy and with the "Manage Acquisition" process of Chorus 2.0. - Report on individual and Team KPIs - Participate and/or Lead Supplier reviews (Weekly Delivery reviews, Performance improvement and Supplier Program Reviews **Minimum Qualifications**: - Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain, or business with minimum 4+ years of experience - Experienced in Oracle E-Business Suite or equivalent ERP systems-Ability to lead negotiations. - Expertize in Commercial Contracts negotiation and preparation. -Ability to make commitments and deliver on such - Ability to work individually and as part of a team & cross-functional team. Capability to manage by influence and to convince - Open minded (listen, share ideas) and bring added value / capture innovation Capability to handle conflicts / problem resolution - Be agile (adapt in a complex environment, multi-cultural aspect open) - Excellent intercommunication in written and verbal formats in his environment - Ability to prioritize tasks while meeting deadlines in high-pressure environment - Develop network and team spirit - Able to synthetize a global view of a complex problem - Self-organized and detail-oriented **What We Offer**: Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following: - Elective Health and Dental plans - Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, and without vesting period - Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave - Company provided Life Insurance **Why Join Us?** Say HI and learn more about working at Thales _click here_._ LI-Onsite LI-AM2