Aerospace Contract Manager — Negotiation & Compliance

Parker Aerospace; California; On-site; USD 73,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Aerospace in North Hollywood, California, is seeking a Contracts Administrator to manage moderately complex contracts, define requirements, generate proposals, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with contract terms.

The role includes negotiating pricing and terms, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and supporting export compliance while upholding corporate policies and industry regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.
• Two+ years of contract administration experience.
• Knowledge of contract terms, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Ability to negotiate and communicate effectively.
• Familiarity with corporate policies and export controls.

Responsibilities

• Administers moderately complex contracts by analyzing performance requirements and PO requirements.
• Determines compliant proposal packages and evaluates delivery schedules, costs, and terms.
• Initiates bid process and prepares responses to RFPs and proposals.
• Negotiates price, terms, deliveries, and other contract issues within policy.
• Monitors contract financial performance and amendments, and serves as customer contact.

Skills

Contract administration

Negotiation

Contract pricing

Regulatory compliance

SAP

Communication

Analytical reading

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related discipline

Contract management certification (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow.

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.

Location: North Hollywood, California

POSITION SUMMARY:

Administers contracts for products of moderate scope and complexity to ensure fulfillment of contractual obligations. Defines requirements, generates proposals, monitors performance, negotiates pricing and terms, and ensures compliance with contract requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Administers moderately complex contracts by analyzing performance requirements and customer purchase order requirements including those issued against Basic Contract Agreements and/or Long-Term Agreements. Analyses include performance to delivery schedules, pricing, terms and conditions and other contract provisions.
• Determines technically and commercially compliant proposal packages of moderate scope and complexity in response to contract or customer requirements. Evaluates performance requirements, delivery schedules, and estimates of costs of material, equipment, and labor hours.
• Initiates the bid process by identifying requirements and coordinating input from other functions such as performance requirements, delivery schedules, and cost estimates. Develops responses to moderately complex requests for proposal (RFP) by reviewing bid process procedures, reviewing material, test and other requirements, and preparing appropriate responses. Prepares and submits proposals.
• Negotiates contracts of moderate scope and complexity in accordance with legal and company regulations and policies. Negotiates price, terms and conditions, deliveries, and other business issues within scope of responsibility. Ensures contract provisions are clear and conform to company policy.
• Investigates and resolves claims or complaints by collecting and analyzing information. Coordinates with relevant functions on technical and/or quality issues, data requirements, and other business as applicable.
• Monitors contract financial performance and delivery status and determines the need for contract amendments or extensions. Determines when customer directed changes are out-of-scope.
• Acts as the point of contact with the customer on assigned contracts and participates in customer presentations.
• Supports export compliance administration or represent the site or division for implementation of export compliance actions.
• Maintains current professional and technical knowledge and may participate in professional associations (e.g., the National Contract Management Association (NCMA or the International Association of Commercial Contract Management).
• Complies with federal, state, and aerospace industry regulations; ensures adherence to requirements and advises management on needed actions.
• Utilizes lean principles to develop and implement standard work.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Contract management certification is preferred or in process preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through two or more years of experience in contract administration or a directly related field.
• Knowledge of contract administration principles, industry practices, regulations, and policies. Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to contract administration and government procurement, if applicable.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of corporate and division policies and administrative procedures.
• Proficient in the uses of standard business applications (SAP) software and specialized in-house and customer systems.
• Ability to work within general work objectives regarding projects and team goals.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies and moderately complex contract terms and conditions, and recommend changes to procedures.
• Ability to respond to significant inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively negotiate contracts to obtain the best prices and most favorable terms and conditions for follow on requirements.
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information to team members, team leaders, and top management.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $72650 to $121050 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

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.

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”)

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