Aerospace Division Supplier Development Leader

Parker Hannifin; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 113,680 - 199,055; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin, Division Supplier Development Manager in Simi Valley, CA, leads a cross-disciplinary supply chain team to reduce shortages and drive systemic improvements. You will guide supplier performance, establish selection criteria, and champion continuous improvement efforts across divisions.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree (MBA preferred) and at least four years of progressive leadership in manufacturing operations. Expect domestic and international travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of increasing leadership responsibility within manufacturing operations requiring advanced project planning, supplier oversight, and team organization.
• Experience working with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing disciplines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the division supply chain team to reduce shortages and systemic issues.
• Lead cross-functional high-performance teams to create work transfer velocity and reduce shortages.
• Provide oversight and leadership to division/contract field resources in support of cross-functional objectives.
• Represent the division and collaborate with peers at other divisions and the group.
• Proactively work with the Division Supply Chain Team to seek continuous improvement opportunities.
• Demonstrate strong leadership by engaging suppliers and peers to achieve common goals.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of time.
• Collaborate with the business unit or division to establish preferred supplier selection criteria based on price, quality, delivery, certifications, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations.
• Work with suppliers to develop and manage continuous improvement programs addressing quality, delivery, service, and price.
• Develop and benchmark best practices among division suppliers and maintain accurate measurements and records for supplier evaluation.
• Travel requirement: 20% annually.

Skills

Team leadership

Cross-functional teams

Supplier oversight

Project planning

Regulatory understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

MBA preferred

Job description

Parker Hannifin, Division Supplier Development Manager in Simi Valley, CA, leads a cross-disciplinary supply chain team to reduce shortages and drive systemic improvements. You will guide supplier performance, establish selection criteria, and champion continuous improvement efforts across divisions.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree (MBA preferred) and at least four years of progressive leadership in manufacturing operations. Expect domestic and international travel up to 25%.