Sourcing Manager 1

Parker Hannifin

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

At Parker, our team members belong, matter, and make a difference. We believe that the key to bringing talented new team members into our organization is to focus on everyone's talents and potential rather than the job specification. If you have innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence, we are more than happy to consider you for other roles in Parker that may be a good fit.

Parker Aerospace, Simi Valley, CA - Fire, Safety, and Power Division site is a fully integrated location with product responsibility from Marketing and Engineering, through Supplier Management, Program Management, and Manufacturing ending with delivery to the customers.

Parker Aerospace is a worldwide leader in multiple Commercial and Military Aerospace product lines including Fire and Smoke Detection and Extinguishing systems, Bleed Air Overheat detection systems, Actuators, Rudder Pedal Assemblies, Pumps, Fuel Gauging Systems, High-Temperature cables, and more.

Parker Aerospace, Simi Valley, CA - Fire, Safety, and Power Division is also a key supplier to select Energy markets including Nuclear gas Analyzers and Nuclear containment vessel penetration Cables. We work directly with the largest global aerospace companies including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Lockheed Martin, and many others.

SOURCING MANAGER

JOB DESIGNATION: The Sourcing Manager will provide supplier selection leadership to the Purchasing team, a key part of Supply Chain, in a low volume, high mix, manufacturing environment.

Job Core Responsibilities

• Lead all Procurement activities for New Product Introduction (NPI), working closely with Divisional Commodity Leads to enable right-first-time vendor selection in line with Parker terms & expectations (e.g. inventory solution, long-term agreement)
• Lead early supplier involvement (ESI) and supplier selection for NPI programs
• Responsible for purchase order placement, resolution of technical queries, program management through initial production prior to business as usual handover to Operational Buyers
• Develop should-cost/price targets and deliver NPI cost-out commitments
• Lead all Procurement activities in support of gate reviews and program milestone plans.
• Manage Request For Quote (RFQ) activities, to include new bids for existing work; Work closely with the Divisional Commodity teams to align on any changes to strategy prior to requoting
• Drive RFQ/RFP processes, negotiate commercial terms, and award business
• Manage supplier capacity, lead times, PPAP/FAI readiness, and launch execution
• Provide supply chain support and expertise for Drawing Changes, to include supply chain impact assessments, liaising with Operational Buyers to determine impact to vendor, inventory and work in progress, minimizing cost impact as required
• Ensures thorough review and impact assessment on customer flow-down requirements to vendors
• Assist in the enhancing the Procurement Excellence of the Operational Buyers, to include developing and implementing training plans in accordance with standard work and metrics
• Support procedures and compliance
• Support Supplier Development Manager on resolution of chronic supplier issues relating to operational performance

Job Specifications

• Education requirement: Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline, Engineering preferred.
• Year of experience: 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain related role in manufacturing environment, with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Aerospace industry experience is preferred
• Experience with commodities such as raw material, fabrication, electronics, fasteners, machined parts and low cost countries.
• Working experience with SAP & MS Excel expertise.
• Should be familiar with the overall APICS Body of Knowledge (BOK) as it pertains to planning / procurement.
• Should understand root cause analysis (RCA) and be able to participate in the process.
• Project Management Skills/certification, ideal but not required
• Occasional travel to Supplier sites may be required.
• Candidate must have an in-depth knowledge of MRP logic and standard planning/production workflow

Drug-Free Workplace - In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $111450 to $195150 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

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