Procurement Trainee – Internship
Are you starting your career in Procurement and eager to gain hands‑on experience in procurement? Join the Young Talent Program at Thales Alenia Space! We are looking for a Procurement trainee to support the General Procurement & IS/IT segment, contributing across the end‑to‑end purchasing lifecycle: from managing purchase orders and supplier selection to KPI control, incident resolution with suppliers, and Lean‑based process optimisation.
Responsibilities – Purchase Order Management
* Manage purchase orders for General Expenses and IS/IT products and services.
* Track and follow up on open purchase orders, ensuring on‑time delivery and proper closure.
* Handle supplier incidents and coordinate resolution actions.
* Support the supplier selection phase and onboarding processes.
* Assist in offer analysis and comparisons to support informed decisions.
* Contribute to relationship management with suppliers in alignment with company policies.
Process Improvement – Process Optimization
* Identify and implement improvements in purchasing processes using Lean Manufacturing techniques.
* Contribute to standardization (templates, checklists, best practices) for the segment.
* Multitask and coordinate several concurrent initiatives, collaborating with IS/IT, finance, engineering and operations.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Stakeholder Engagement
* Act as a point of contact among internal stakeholders (IS/IT, engineering, finance, general services).
* Encourage open communication and teamwork in a multicultural environment.
Qualifications – What we look for
* Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (any field) is required; a Master’s degree is a plus (completed or in progress).
* Motivation: Strong interest in purchasing/procurement and willingness to learn the full purchasing process in a large company.
* Analytical and technical skills: Ability to analyse offers, compare alternatives, and produce clear, actionable insights.
* Tools: Advanced Excel (must); willingness to learn and use SAP; basic Microsoft Project; ability to build clear presentations in PowerPoint.
* Mindset: Energetic, proactive, with a strong learning spirit; responsible and organised; capable of multitasking and prioritising.
* Process improvement: Interest in Lean methodologies and KPI‑driven performance management.
* Communication: Clear interpersonal skills, comfortable interacting with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
* Experience: Prior internship or project experience in procurement, supply chain or technical environments is a plus but not required.
What we offer
* Full end‑to‑end training in the company’s purchasing process: you will learn to analyse and compare offers, manage orders, resolve supplier incidents, and understand how procurement enables delivery.
* On‑the‑job training in SAP, Excel and Microsoft Project; negotiation techniques; and corporate procurement tools and practices.
* Support for formal studies: Master’s programme through UEMC and study allowance of €1,000/month.
* Close mentorship and continuous learning within an experienced team.
* Exposure to multinational projects within a centralized corporate Procurement function.
* Flexible remote work: up to 2 days per week according to company policy, plus access to on‑site amenities.
* Supportive culture that values initiative, responsibility, and teamwork.
To apply, please visit our careers page: Beca/Internship Young Talent Program 2025‑2026 (M/F/X) in Tres Cantos, Madrid, 28760 | System at Thales Group.
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