Purchasing Specialist - Fluid Systems Division

Parker Aerospace, an operating segment of Parker Hannifin Corporation, is one of the world's leading producers of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, and engine systems and components for the aerospace industry. We design and build equipment for virtually every aircraft and aero engine being produced in the world today. In addition to game-changing technology, our customers look to us for shorter lead times, lower costs, higher reliability, and lifetime support. All coupled with the positive attitude and innovative thinking of a true business partner.

Parker Aerospace provides unmatched performance for both our customers and shareholders, built on a foundation of core company values. As a result, our business growth is impressive and consistent. Best of all, our team members share in the success that results from that growth.

SUMMARY

Parker Aerospace, Fluid Systems Division in Irvine, CA, is currently seeking a diligent and strategic Purchasing Specialist to play a critical role in our organization. You will be responsible for acquiring necessary goods and services, ensuring the best possible quality, delivery, and price.

As the Purchasing Specialist, your primary responsibilities will include identifying the best supplier solutions based on quality, capability, capacity, and pricing. You will be tasked with negotiating pricing, delivery, and payment terms to support customer requirements, which will involve employing different strategies for competitive, single, and sole source applications.

Your role will also involve proactive supplier management, focusing on performance to need and contract date requirements. Exceptional communication skills are vital for this role, as you will need to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with suppliers and internal customers.

Furthermore, you will be expected to build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and internal cross-functional matrix teams.

If you are a strategic thinker with excellent negotiation skills, a keen eye for detail, a self-starter, and a knack for building positive relationships, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and recommends suppliers by investigating potential suppliers, researching parts, equipment, machinery, services, and materials availability. Prepares statements of work for items proposed for procurement. Develops potential bidders lists and formal requests for quotation or proposal.
• Conducts supplier site visits and evaluates them as to production capability, performance, delivery, and other key business criteria. May support or lead supplier certification surveys as part of a technical and/or quality team.
• Evaluates proposals from potential suppliers. Selects suppliers for a variety of highly complex or technical materials, supplies or services and negotiates price, delivery, quality and service. Develops alternate sources of supply by identifying and researching prospective suppliers.
• Negotiates final terms and conditions of purchase, awards and administers the procurement contract to conclusion. Maintains accurate lead times for assigned area. Issues purchase orders and agreements that accurately reflect price, schedule, terms, and conditions as negotiated with suppliers. May include orders with international suppliers and/or subcontractors involving import/export trade.
• Monitors and evaluates supplier performance. Determines and implements corrective actions to resolve impending supplier failure to fulfill contractual agreements that may delay production or delivery. Resolves shipment quality discrepancies by mediating supplier/manufacturing issues. Facilitates inspections, substitutions, and standardization by arranging and participating in conferences between suppliers and company personnel.
• Negotiates and settles damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations, and engineering changes with suppliers.
• Monitors and evaluates supplier's ability to meet all company and government or commercial procurement requirements and ensure that the pertinent technical and quality issues receive adequate attention to assure compliance.
• Prepares complex reports and analyses by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Applies continuous improvement techniques and methods to internal processes and systems. Develops, coordinates, and implements improvement initiatives with key suppliers. Recommends actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses. Analyzes proposed changes in methods and materials. May lead or be assigned to a special project team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BA) in Business Administration, or related field, and experience which has provided both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through six or more years of increasingly responsible related experience. Certificate in Purchasing Management (CPM) or APICS desired.
• Proficient with standard business application software and specialized purchasing and/or materials systems (e.g., electronic data interface (EDI) or manufacturing resource planning (MRP) systems).
• Ability to establish goals and objectives to complete projects.
• Risk management experience as related to identifying supplier delivery risks, along with being able to propose solutions.
• Ability to track and maintain regular meeting notes and actions from recurring supplier meetings, with multiple suppliers.
• Ability to organize and manage multi-layer projects/tasks, obtain regular updates and hold suppliers accountable to business needs.
• Experience with blueprint and drawing reading a plus.
• Related experience with a highly technical industry such as Aerospace or Medical is preferred.

Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as examples 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 all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer a competitive benefit designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Health and Wellbeing:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.
• Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.
• On-site facilities:

o 24/7 Onsite Fitness Center

o A wide array of food options at our mini mart and Farmers Fridge kiosk.

o EV Charging Stations

o Espresso and Coffee machines

Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.

Participation in health and emotional well-being challenges with rewards.

Financial Security and Growth:

• Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) with a 5% matching contribution with immediate vesting in addition to a 3% Retirement Income Account (RIA) match per year (3-year vesting period).
• Income Protection, Life Insurance, Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• Complimentary financial planning services available through EY

Work-Life Balance and Flexibility:

• Generous Paid Time Off: 15 days, plus up to 13 paid holidays including a company-wide shut down between Christmas and New Year's.
• We believe in the importance of work-life integration and support an optional 9/80 Alternative Work Schedule (AWS).
• Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.
• Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.

Career Advancement and Education:

• Various career development opportunities including but not limited to mentoring programs, leadership development training, and opportunities for advancement.
• Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program ($10,000 per calendar year).

Parker Purpose Opportunities:

• Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Volunteer time off (VTO) up to 8 hours per year and social committee activities throughout the year.

Additional Benefits:

• Employee Perks on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.)
• Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000)
• Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.

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.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which require the incumbent to be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident ["green card" holders], or have refugee or asylee status).

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.

For CA / WA location

Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California and Washington. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business considerations. Pay range: $84,942 - $141,713.