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Parker Hannifin · 4 days ago

Sourcing Specialist

Kearney, NE

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Parker Hannifin is a global provider of heavy-duty filtration products for engine powered equipment. The Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for identifying and evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with various departments to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives.

HardwareIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing

Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, and recommend suppliers through bid evaluations, cost analyses, price justification, and risk assessments

Support supplier negotiations for new procurements and changes to existing purchase orders

Prepare and issue purchase orders and supplier contracts in accordance with company policies

Develop bidder lists and formal requests for quotation/proposal (RFQ/RFP) and recommend awards based on total cost of ownership

Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and lead times; document results in contracts and purchase orders

Align with Planning on inventory strategies, including MOQ, safety stock, VMI/Kanban, and consignment arrangements

Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Finance, and Logistics to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives

Coordinate and participate in supplier meetings to review performance, resolve issues, and drive improvement

Conduct supplier site visits to assess production capability, performance, delivery reliability, and other key business criteria

Monitor and evaluate supplier performance; identify risks and implement corrective actions to prevent supply disruptions

Apply continuous improvement methods to internal sourcing and procurement processes; lead or support improvement initiatives with key suppliers

Review and interpret technical drawings and specifications; perform comparative analyses to support sourcing decisions and evaluate proposed changes in methods and materials

Support new product introductions and engineering changes by managing material availability, Start of Production (SOP) dates, and minimizing material obsolescence risk

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementSourcing MethodologiesMRP/ERP SystemsAnalytical SkillsContinuous ImprovementNegotiation PrinciplesTechnical SkillsExcelPower BIAI ToolsProfessional CertificationsCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline

5+ years of progressively responsible experience in sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing environment

Working knowledge of supply chain concepts, sourcing methodologies, and manufacturing operations

Strong analytical and technical skills, with the ability to understand business processes and identify automation and process-improvement opportunities

Proficient in standard business applications and MRP/ERP systems; able to work effectively with electronic procurement and materials systems

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively at all organizational levels and with suppliers

Thorough knowledge of purchasing and negotiating principles, practices, and industry standards

Demonstrated ability to apply continuous improvement principles and techniques

Advance user of Excel, Word, Power Point and knowledge of Power Bi and AI tools

Preferred

Professional certifications such as CPM, CPSM, CPIM, or CSCP are preferred

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

Additional benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, 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.

Participation in Annual Incentive Plan