Integrated Supply Chain Project Manager
Irvine, CA or Orlando, FL (Hybrid)
Position Summary
Thales is looking for an Integrated Supply Chain Project Manager to be responsible for leading complex, cross-functional supply chain initiatives from planning through execution. The ideal candidate has a strong background in sourcing, procurement, manufacturing and ERP (SAP) systems with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders, drive accountability, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
In this position, you will also be required to be a strategic thinker, equally comfortable working at a high level and diving into operational details to solve problems. Success in this position depends on exceptional communication, strong leadership, and the determination to overcome obstacles while maintaining project momentum.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Lead end-to-end supply chain projects assigned, ensuring milestones, timelines, budgets, and deliverables are achieved; develop and maintain detailed project plans, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with sourcing, procurement, manufacturing, quality, engineering, logistics, and other cross-functional teams to execute project objectives; build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Develop sourcing mapping and strategies to secure optimal manufacturing and delivery of business products; coordinate with domestic and international suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure alignment and execution.
- Identify potential roadblocks early and proactively drive solutions to keep projects on track; monitor project performance, communicate status updates, and escalate issues when appropriate.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supply chain efficiency, cost, quality, and delivery performance.
- Ensure projects are executed in compliance with company policies and industry standards.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; 5+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, preferably in a global manufacturing and/or aerospace /high-tech environment.
- Proven hands-on experience on sourcing, procurement, logistics project management; track record in project management preferably global projects; proven experience in stakeholder engagement and collaboration with functional teams.
- Proficient in ERP/MRP systems (SAP); proficient user of Microsoft Excel, Power point Word, Outlook, SharePoint, MS Teams, etc.
- Strong ability to break down complex issues, identify root causes and develop practical solutions; proficient problem-solving skills - Strong strategic, critical and problem-solving thinking; strong detail- and results-orientation. Not afraid to challenge status-quo and constructive confrontation.
- Results driven, decisive and assertive in execution; holds self and others accountable, demonstrates strong ownership; self-starting mindset, with the ability to prioritize tasks while dealing with disruptions in a fast- paced environment, seeing ‘ambiguity’ as an opportunity to improve.
- Excellent communication skills - Demonstrates effective consulting, negotiating, influencing and persuasive skills to diverse audiences; Resilience - Positive “can do” attitude and high learning capacity. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks while dealing with disruptions and change in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. Able to quickly adapt in a complex, multi-national, multi-cultural environment.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or for assuming sponsorship of an employment visa now or in the future.
If you’re excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community!
Special Position Requirements
- Schedule: This position follows a hybrid schedule, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely. Standard working hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Periodic work outside of core business hours, including weekdays and weekends, may be required based on business needs. This position is also eligible for a 9/80 work schedule.
- Physical Environment: General office environment.
- Travel: This position may require domestic and/or international travel 20%.
- Regulatory Compliance Requirements: None.
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This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with [a] criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. Thales is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
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The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between
Total Target Cash (TTC) 132,435.70 - 247,604.20 USD Annual
This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.
(For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please raise HR request through MyThales)
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, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
•Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period
•Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
•Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, or Engineering with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in supply chain and logistics, preferably in global manufacturing and/or aerospace/high-tech
- Proven hands-on experience in sourcing, procurement, and logistics project management, including global projects and stakeholder engagement
- Proficient in ERP/MRP systems (SAP)
- Proficient user of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams
- Strong problem-solving, strategic thinking, detail orientation, results-driven mindset, leadership, and excellent communication skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, adapt in a fast-paced environment, and drive accountability across cross-functional teams
- Willingness to follow hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 remote) and periodically work outside core business hours
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20%
- Legally authorized to work in the United States at time of hire; position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Thales Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Thales and has not been reviewed or approved by Thales.
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Retirement Support — Retirement plans with employer contributions and matches, profit sharing, and share purchase opportunities are emphasized across multiple regions. These elements are positioned as competitive components of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO that increases with tenure, paid holidays, and paid military, maternity, and paternity leave are described. This breadth supports work–life balance across locations.
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Flexible Benefits — Hybrid work options, flexible schedules, and parental supports such as childcare benefits and leave for sick children are available in several markets. Flexibility is presented as a core part of the employee experience.
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What We Do
Thales is a global high technology leader investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – connectivity, big data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust, which is vital to the development of our societies. The company provides solutions, services and products that help its customers – businesses, organisations and states – in the defence, aeronautics, space, transportation and digital identity and security markets to fulfil their critical missions, by placing humans at the heart of the decision-making process.
