Location: Bangalore, India

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

Present in India since 1953, Thales is headquartered in Noida and has other operational offices and sites spread across Delhi, Gurugram, Bengaluru and Mumbai, among others. Over 2200 employees are working with Thales and its joint ventures in India. Since the beginning, Thales has been playing an essential role in India’s growth story by sharing its technologies and expertise in Defence, Aerospace and Cyber & Digital sectors. Thales has two engineering competence centres in India - one in Noida focused on Cyber & Digital business, while the one in Bengaluru focuses on hardware, software and systems engineering capabilities for both the civil and defence sectors, serving global needs. The Group has also established an MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) facility in Gurugram to provide comprehensive avionics maintenance and repair services to Indian airlines and support the growth of the local aviation industry.

Supplier Performance Manager - HLA

 

Main  Responsibilities:

• Manage supplier performance to meet the “Product Quality” and “On time delivery” as per Thales requirements. Efficiently utilize PM and quality tools to manage the programs.
• Manage communications between THALES business units and suppliers to execute the programs to meet stringent requirements of THALES.
• New Product Introduction: Lead Milestone reviews and establish the right level of Organizational, Work & Resource breakdown structure to ensure clarity to all stakeholders.
• Prepare Dashboards and communicate with all stakeholders of the project. Establish transparent communication mechanism for the project.
• Resolve supplier queries, set-up initial production processes, inspection criteria and qualification processes for First article build / Prototype builds. Also support query resolution in Series production phase.
• Monitor Supplier readiness in terms of Supply Chain, Process qualification and Production along with right level of documentation.
• Formulate and prepare internal department report pertaining to Supplier Performance Management on a routine basis.
• Drive and co-ordinate quality issues related to supplier with Purchasing /Program/ Technical Support team. Efficiently utilize 6 sigma methodologies to analyze and resolve quality issues.
• Support the suppliers in improving their maturity through Supplier development process and methodologies. Share Best Practices with suppliers.
• Alert management (both internal and supplier) on the anticipated risks and seek support to implement strong action plan at suppliers.
• Support buyers in identifying and developing cost efficient processes that can help in reducing the price and lead times.

Competence / knowledge Required:

• Should possess strong Technical background on Heavy Mechanical fabrication, Fixture design & development, & High-level integration. Preferably having work experience in fabrication industry.
• Program / project management skills to manage High Level Assemblies.
• Should possess excellent knowledge on quality standards in Mechanical for Aerospace and Defense Industry such as AS9100, IAQG, NADCAP standards. Also he should have good knowledge to assess weld quality.
• Lean / Six Sigma knowledge is mandatory.
• Be agile to develop capabilities or acquire knowledge on new technologies to cater vast variety of THALES product development as deemed necessary by the Purchase Head.
• Experience in handling medium to complex “Build To Specification” assemblies with minimal support from Thales business lines.
• The candidate should possess strong inter-personal and presentation skills.

Qualification & Experience Required:

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering with 10-15 years of Industrial exposure.
• Experience in Program management, Manufacturing, Industrialization and Outsourcing activities is essential.
• Proficient in MS office & Projects
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environment
• Ability to interact with all levels of management (Internal and Supplier organization), both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of French language, an added advantage.

At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.