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Parker Hannifin · 7 hours ago

Procurement Specialist, Senior

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$100K/yr - $167K/yr

10+ years exp

Parker Aerospace Group is a global leader in aerospace systems and components. The Procurement Specialist, Senior is responsible for obtaining quality products and services through effective bidding and negotiation, managing complex subcontracts, and ensuring compliance with performance criteria.

HardwareIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing

Responsibilities

Responsible for and directs all phases of the Subcontract/PO from initiation of the business case for make or buy decisions through requests for proposals, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, and cost accountability

Serves as the site's focal point for all ensuring customer commitments are met through the Supply Chain Functions. Maintains material status, chairs material meetings, and prepares required analysis and reports. May maintain current status towards design-to-unit cost goals aimed at obtaining cost effective designs

Selects qualified suppliers and manufacturers and develops new supply sources of high dollar value, long lead time, critically needed parts, equipment, materials, or service. Assumes the lead role in selection and negotiation for unique or customer-sensitive subcontracts

Gains customer confidence in overall subcontracting capabilities. Maintains frequent formal and informal contact with customers and management regarding any issues affecting performance or cost. Conducts program reviews with the subcontractor and program office and makes decisions affecting subcontractor supplier status

Solicits and evaluates proposals/quotations from suppliers and negotiates prices and terms to achieve optimum results for the company. Prepares and conducts market surveys and bidder conferences to gather or provide information necessary to select subcontractors. Assembles pre-award documentation required for anticipated subcontracts

Administers subcontracts by interpreting and implementing the terms, conditions, and/or provisions of the purchasing agreements. Closely monitors subcontractor and/or supplier performance to ensure contractual agreements, terms, and conditions are in compliance

Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery, and other key business criteria. Leads supplier certification surveys as part of a technical and/or quality team

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing trade publications, establishing networks, and/or participating in professional associations

Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions. Complies with Government/Commercial Practices Manual (GPM/CPM) policies and procedures

Shares specialized knowledge with others and may serve as functional expert. Identifies mentoring needs and trains and mentors less experienced employees. Provides project or program leadership to others in department or to ad-hoc teams

Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include cross-functional or project team responsibilities (e.g., continuous improvement)

Qualification

Contract administrationSupplier managementMaterial requirements planningNegotiation skillsPurchasing Management CertificateRegulatory complianceProject managementAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Must have a Bachelor's degree (BA) in Business Administration or related field (finance, law/contract law; program management)

Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through ten or more years of increasingly responsible experience in contract administration or procurement including two or more years of high-level project and customer/supplier management

Advanced, specialized knowledge of material requirements planning methods, principles, industry practices, and policies

Knowledge of complex legal and regulatory requirements related to government procurement regulations, or similar commercial or FAA requirements

Ability to effectively assess, lead, and implement continuous improvement in critical and/or high-impact areas

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)

Strong technical knowledge in the area of manufacturing or in the commodity that is being purchased

Ability to work on complex problems where in-depth analysis and evaluation of situations or data frequently require complicated negotiations

Ability to solve a wide range of unique problems of considerable scope and complexity that may require new approaches or significant modification of standard procedure

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex policies and recommend changes to procedures

Ability to respond to significant inquiries or complaints from subcontractors, customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community

Ability to communicate effectively and make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to division management, bidders, suppliers, and customers

Ability to negotiate effectively to obtain best prices and terms on products, materials, and services

Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing route sheets and to understand and perform cost estimating

Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities

Travel up to 40% (Vendor/Customer Visits), some overnight possible

Preferred

Certificate in Purchasing Management (CPM) or Contracts Management and prior international subcontracting experience desired

Benefits

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.