Total 10 security job vacancies in Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory category in The United States of America

Job Roles and Responsibilities :

1. Assist in developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality and timely delivery of goods and services.

2. Identify, evaluate and select suppliers and vendors based on their capabilities, pricing, quality and reliability, and establish and maintain strong relationships with them.

3. Assist in negotiating contracts, pricing and terms with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions for the organization while maintaining positive vendor relationships.

4. Process purchase orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures, and coordinating with stakeholders to facilitate timely procurement.

5. Cost Management : assist in driving cost savings initiatives, exploring cost reduction opportunities, conducting cost analysis and identifying strategies to optimize procurement spend.

6. Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations and procurement policies and procedures, and maintain proper documentation and records for audits and reporting.

7. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as finance, operations, and project teams, to understand procurement requirements and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

8. Any ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Location: British Columbia_Remote_Worker, Canada

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada (Onsite).

Thales is looking for a Warehouse Operator responsible for the timely and efficient flow of materials through the warehouse and in the dockyard to support ship maintenance activity.

• Receiving - verify & inspect incoming material & documentation, process receipts, track shipments.

• Shipping - prepare domestic, US & international outgoing freight IAW packaging specifications; complete documentation and labelling, comply with customs & export requirements.

• Process requisitions, issue, pick, package & move material; distribute parts for customer delivery.

• Inventory control functions including cycle counting, stocktaking tasks & investigations. Also, monitor stocking levels & shelf-life inventory, review and recommend adjustments.

• Accurate and timely data entry into the Inventory Management System to update material activity and status. Also prepare and generate warehouse reports, maintain registers, record keeping.

• Operate delivery vehicles, forklifts and other material handling equipment (MHE); load/unload transport vehicles & containers; along with general daily housekeeping to maintain a high level of cleanliness in the work areas.

• Provide support in the implementation of improved SAP functionality to improve logistic efficiencies as well as support activities to ensure compliance with ISO series quality accreditation and Defense regulatory requirements.

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience performing similar activities within a logistic environment.

• Proven warehouse & logistics experience in a fast-paced environment with ability to prioritize tasks while meeting deadlines.

• Previous experience using of SAP or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.

• Knowledge of the U.S. International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Canadian Export and Import Permits Act.

• Open minded and able to listen, share ideas while bringing added value / capturing innovation.

• Familiarization with Occupational Health, Safety & Environment policies & procedures.

If you’re excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community!

• Physical demands: lift up to 22kg/50lbs and walk or stand for the majority of the working shift.

• Role will require working on site from the office and transferring between two warehouse sites.

• Schedule: 40 working hours per week Monday- Friday.

• Valid forklift license and/or operator experience.

• Valid and current Provincial driver’s license.

Pay Transparency

The anticipated Total Target Compensation (TTC), inclusive of annual salary and bonus eligibility, for this role is based on $40,035.80 - $74,352.20 CAD Annual range. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, provincial, and federal laws.

What We Offer

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following: 

 

•Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.

• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.

•Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave. 

•Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.

•Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

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Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

The incumbent will be a member of the Procurement Team under the Logistics Department, managing the procurement activities for Certis Group, with a specific focus on facility-related goods and services. Partnering closely with the Business, this individual should have a comprehensive understanding of procurement strategies, vendor management, and a proven track record in negotiating favorable contracts.

1. Facility-Related Procurement:
   • Lead the procurement of facility management services, including but not limited to maintenance, security, cleaning, and utilities.
   • Identify cost-effective solutions for facility-related needs while maintaining high-quality standards.
   • Responsible for sourcing/renewal of contracts
   • Support the business by providing costing during pre-bidding stage
2. Vendor Management:
   • Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
   • Monitor vendor performance and ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
3. Strategic Sourcing:
   • Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals.
   • Conduct market research to identify potential vendors and assess industry trends.
4. Negotiation:
   • Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost savings.
   • Collaborate with legal and finance teams to ensure contract compliance.
5. Cost Optimization:
   • Analyze procurement data to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
   • Implement cost-effective measures without compromising quality.
6. Compliance:
   • Ensure procurement activities adhere to relevant regulations and company Rpolicies.
   • Stay updated on industry standards and best practices.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• A Degree from recognized institutions preferably in facilities management / building / civil and structural engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of working experience in procurement with focus on facilities management.
• Familiar with industry standards, relevant laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage vendors with confidence and appropriate assertiveness when required.
• Ability to multi-task and work in fast-pace environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills, with good business writing skills.
• Meticulous, discipline and resourceful.
• Proficient in procurement software and business tools eg. MS Office Applications.

Join Our Team at Johnson Controls!

At Johnson Controls, we believe in empowering our diverse team to thrive and succeed. Here's why you should consider becoming a Warehouse Operative at our Letchworth Distribution Centre:

Inclusive Compensation:

Enjoy a competitive salary and bonus scheme that truly values your skills and dedication.

Balanced Lifestyle:

Benefit from a generous leave policy, offering 25 days of paid holidays, plus all bank holidays, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Our inclusive package features a matched pension contribution, life assurance, employee assistance program, referral scheme, and irresistible discounts on popular brands. Dive into exclusive discounts on Johnson Controls security products.

Continuous Learning Journey:

Access extensive on-the-job and cross-training opportunities, supported by outstanding resources to fuel your professional development.

Collaborative and Diverse Environment:

Thrive in an encouraging team environment that celebrates diversity. Explore business resource groups fostering creativity and innovation.

Unwavering Career Development:

Embark on a journey of long-term career growth with our steadfast support for your professional advancement.

Working Hours:

While standard hours are either 8am – 4pm or 10am-6pm Monday to Friday, we understand the importance of flexibility. We offer overtime rates when needed to meet operational needs.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Warehouse Operative at the heart of our Letchworth Distribution Centre, you'll play a crucial role in providing top-notch customer service. Join a friendly team environment, engaging in tasks like picking, packing, sorting, and handling a variety of products.

Our Values and Expectations:

As a Johnson Controls employee, prioritize safety, inclusivity, and adopt the One Team Value as a personal driver. Embrace a culture of continuous improvement, positive change, and high housekeeping standards.

How You'll Contribute:

Maintain a safe and inclusive work environment.

Collaborate effectively within a team.

Actively support and participate in JCI programs.

Seek opportunities for improvement and drive positive change.

Adhere to organizational policies and procedures.

Report errors and non-conformities.

Uphold high levels of housekeeping using the 5S methodology.

What We Look For:

Required:

Computer literacy.

Organized and good communicator.

Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.

Proactive problem-solving skills.

Warehouse work experience.

Preferred:

Knowledge of ERP systems (JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle).

MHE license (VNA/HLOP/CB/reach/counterbalance).

Experience with Carrier User Interface portals and labelling.

Knowledge of shipping dangerous goods (DG).

Join us at Johnson Controls, where your talents are celebrated, and your career is nurtured. Together, let's create a workplace where diversity thrives, and success knows no boundaries. Apply now and be part of our journey!

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Store Detective Role - Sainsburys

Working at multiple Sainsburys stores in Essex.

Region C09

Pay rate - £13.10

-Driving Licence is required. Mileage reimbursement scheme for all work related journeys.

-Previous experience as a store detective desirable.

-Previous retail security experience needed.

Job Overview

-Permanent 45 hours per week contract working in the retail security industry

-Various shift times/days - 5 out of 7 days a week

-28 days paid holiday a year

-Paid rest breaks

-Comprehensive training and development programme (apprenticeships available)

-SIA licence funding scheme

-Access to Mitie's outstanding employee benefits including financial services, retail discounts and online GP service

Operational requirements

-Work to the Assignment Instructions ensuring that all activity is accurately recorded on the correct documents, in line with both the Client's and the Company's Quality Procedures

-To follow the site-specific Risk Assessments ensuring all activities are completed in a safe manner

-Set and maintain the highest personal and professional standards as an employee of MITIE Total Security Management and adopt a total quality approach to every aspect of your work, colleagues and clients

-To create a safe shopping environment, free from crime and the fear of crime for customers and colleagues

-To apprehend shop theifs within the safe and legal limits

-Respond to any on site incident or request for assistance and assume control until arrival of the Client, Emergency Services or Duty Manager

-To achieve and maintain the minimum published performance level required through officer evaluation

Main Duties

-Observe, deter and arrest those taking part in criminal activity.

-Liaison with the police forces and other crime prevention partners, in the areas you will be operating, will be key to keeping up to date with crime trends in the area.

-Build local network to identify and disrupt crime.

-Report incidents accurately and in a timely fashion.

-Occasionally attend court to provide evidence.

Personal Specification

-Frontline Security Guarding, Door Supervision or Close Protection SIA licence.

-A full five-year checkable employment / education history

-Experience of delivering Customer Service

-Excellent communication skills are required both written and verbal

-Adaptable communication style to meet the needs of different people groups

-Ability to work in a fast-moving services business

-Capability in the use of technology

-Good attention to detail

-High level of enthusiasm and passion

-Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential

-Public Space Surveillance SIA licence is desirable but not essential

-Full UK Driving Licence REQUIRED

Store Detective Role - Sainsburys

Working at multiple Sainsburys stores in Essex.

Region C09

Pay rate - £13.10

-Driving Licence is required. Mileage reimbursement scheme for all work related journeys.

-Previous experience as a store detective desirable.

-Previous retail security experience needed.

Job Overview

-Permanent 45 hours per week contract working in the retail security industry

-Various shift times/days - 5 out of 7 days a week

-28 days paid holiday a year

-Paid rest breaks

-Comprehensive training and development programme (apprenticeships available)

-SIA licence funding scheme

-Access to Mitie's outstanding employee benefits including financial services, retail discounts and online GP service

Operational requirements

-Work to the Assignment Instructions ensuring that all activity is accurately recorded on the correct documents, in line with both the Client's and the Company's Quality Procedures

-To follow the site-specific Risk Assessments ensuring all activities are completed in a safe manner

-Set and maintain the highest personal and professional standards as an employee of MITIE Total Security Management and adopt a total quality approach to every aspect of your work, colleagues and clients

-To create a safe shopping environment, free from crime and the fear of crime for customers and colleagues

-To apprehend shop theifs within the safe and legal limits

-Respond to any on site incident or request for assistance and assume control until arrival of the Client, Emergency Services or Duty Manager

-To achieve and maintain the minimum published performance level required through officer evaluation

Main Duties

-Observe, deter and arrest those taking part in criminal activity.

-Liaison with the police forces and other crime prevention partners, in the areas you will be operating, will be key to keeping up to date with crime trends in the area.

-Build local network to identify and disrupt crime.

-Report incidents accurately and in a timely fashion.

-Occasionally attend court to provide evidence.

Personal Specification

-Frontline Security Guarding, Door Supervision or Close Protection SIA licence.

-A full five-year checkable employment / education history

-Experience of delivering Customer Service

-Excellent communication skills are required both written and verbal

-Adaptable communication style to meet the needs of different people groups

-Ability to work in a fast-moving services business

-Capability in the use of technology

-Good attention to detail

-High level of enthusiasm and passion

-Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential

-Public Space Surveillance SIA licence is desirable but not essential

-Full UK Driving Licence REQUIRED

All the responsibilities we will trust you with:

The incumbent will be a member of the Procurement Team under the Logistics Department, managing the procurement activities for Certis Group. Partnering closely with the Business, he / she will support the efficient execution of sourcing strategy, through proper selection and negotiation of competitive pricing and superior service / goods quality.

· Responsible for driving sourcing and vendor management activities including sourcing, negotiation, evaluation and finalizing contracts for relevant projects/procurement initiatives.

· Drives cost saving initiatives

· Responsible for category management including spend analysis, vendor management and strategic sourcing.

· Perform team lead role in guiding procurement associates and tracking of KPIs

· Responsible for the assigned strategic initiatives and take the leadership role to drive such high impact & high visibility projects.

· Ensuring procurement activities are carried out in compliance to Corporate Policy and processes.Provide key administrative support to local and regional entities

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

· A Degree from recognized institutions preferably in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related discipline.

· Proficient in using ERP systems.

· Minimum 3 - 5 years in sourcing/procurement or procurement analyst related work.

· Ability to manage vendors with confidence and appropriate assertiveness when required.

· Ability to multi-task and work in fast-pace environment.

· Possess good interpersonal and communication skills, with good business writing skills. Meticulous, discipline and resourceful.

· Proficient in MS Office Applications and Business Writing.

• The duties at this level are characteristic of the full performance level. Management will gradually broaden work assignments so that the trainee can perform all the duties of the full performance level.
• Assignments are developmental. The supervisor and employee discuss job duties and timeframes. The supervisor or higher-graded analyst provide general instructions, furnish advice and guidance, answer questions and assist in solving problems.
• The supervisor reviews work for adequacy and compliance with policies, guidelines and procedures; the extent of guidance and review gradually decreases as the trainee develops.
• Duties at the full performance level include:
• Advises the agency's acquisition staff and those with delegated acquisition authority on matters pertaining to contracting policies and procedures.
• Conducts reviews of headquarters and field contracting activities to ensure conformance with regulatory requirements and acquisition practices.
• Reviews and/or develops guidance materials for agency acquisition staff and those with delegated acquisition authority including materials to inform, clarify and explain regulatory and policy changes concerning a variety of acquisition issues.
• Evaluates and oversees acquisition-related activities associated with agency acquisition programs.

Starting at $59,319 Per Year (GS 11)

• Serve as Procurement Coordinator providing support to the analysts and operators of the Intelligence and Security Command.
• Serve as primary project coordinator and administrator for all current and future requirements and contractual matters.
• Identify funding from obligation on contract, to expense by contractor/vendor invoices to disbursement by DFAS.
• Manage a complex and sophisticated array of procurement and contract actions to include research and development projects.

Starting at $112,015 Per Year (GG 13)

• Plans, analyzes or evaluates acquisition programs.
• Conducts reviews of headquarters and field contracting activities to ensure conformance with regulatory requirements and acquisition practices.
• Develops, implements and promulgates acquisition policies and procedures and/or provides advice and guidance to agency acquisition personnel and those with delegated acquisition authority concerning a variety of acquisition issues.
• Prepares reports for higher monitoring authorities; receives, reviews and acts on Congressional inquiries, OMB, IG and GAO requests.

Starting at $84,546 Per Year (GS 13)