Division Sourcing & Procurement Manager

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.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

At the Commercial Flight Controls Division, we are the preferred supplier of flight control solutions for the commercial, regional, business jet and advanced air mobility marketplace by offering a premier customer experience with superior engineered products that exceed our customer and regulatory requirements.

Position Summary

The Division Sourcing and Procurement Manager has full responsibility for managing the direction and daily activities of the Commercial Flight Control Division’s procurement of raw materials, parts, components and operating supplies required for production of commercial aerospace products.  Responsible for developing and executing strategies for identifying new and second source suppliers, partnering to qualify new suppliers, managing work transfer from one supplier to another.  Also is responsible for leading Best Cost Region strategy.  Responsible for embracing and driving lean enterprises systems throughout the procurement process.

This role has multiple direct reports including a purchasing manager and materials manager. Position will directly report to the Division Supply Chain Director and will interact with all levels of Division management, including operational, engineering, quality control, marketing and finance. Key supplier and key customer contact required.

Essential Functions

• Plans and direct the activities of the Division's purchases of raw materials, supplies, equipment or services. Identifies raw material requirements from production specifications, operational schedules and engineering quality requirements. Determines the most cost efficient and reliable materials needed for the manufacturing process.

• Establishes preferred supplier selection criteria based on supplier evaluations of price, quality, delivery, certifications, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations. Promotes and uses strategic suppliers.

• Partners in interviewing, selecting and negotiating with suppliers in response to material requirements/cost issues. Establishes procedures to leverage the company's position. Ensures purchasing strategy reflects the consistent utilization of local suppliers vs. Group strategic suppliers.

• Works with suppliers to develop and manage continuous improvement programs, addressing quality, delivery, service as well as price.

• Develops standard/automated re-order procedures. Will develop crisis management and supplier backup contingency programs.

• Develops and benchmarks best practices among the Divisions suppliers and maintain accurate measurements and records for evaluation of suppliers.

• Ensures purchases and capital expenditures are consistent with Division strategies and within department budgets.

• Responsible for integrating the Division with electronic interfacing throughout the purchasing function.

Qualifications

• 10 years of strategic sourcing/supply chain mgmt. experience preferred; minimum of 7 years leadership experience; aerospace industry experience preferred.

• Bachelor degree in business, engineering, or materials management required with certification in supply chain management preferred.

• Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.

• Must have functional understanding of cost accounting and adopt to practical application.

• Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand electronic processing.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.

• Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprise principles and practices.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team!

Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual Incentive Plan

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 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

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.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

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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