Aerospace Subcontract Negotiator & Supplier Lead

PARKER HANNIFIN CORP; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking an experienced procurement professional for our Elyria, Ohio facility. You will obtain best value through strategic supplier selection, negotiations, and subcontract administration while ensuring compliance with complex contract requirements.

Responsibilities include supplier sourcing, material planning, bid evaluations, and leading major contract negotiations. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration with engineering and production

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in business administration or related field
• Eight or more years of experience in contract administration or procurement
• Advanced, specialized knowledge of engineering, material requirements planning methods and industry practices
• Ability to lead continuous improvement in high-impact areas
• Proficiency with standard business software and purchasing/material systems (EDI, MRP)
• Ability to negotiate effectively and manage complex contracts
• Ability to work on complex problems and provide strategic guidance

Responsibilities

• Selects qualified suppliers and develops new supply sources for high-value, long-lead-time parts
• Performs material planning and lead-time maintenance related to assigned commodities
• Supports concurrent engineering by selecting suppliers for development activities
• Solicits proposals, negotiates prices/terms, conducts market surveys and prepares pre-award documentation
• Develops negotiation strategies based on cost/pricing data; conducts fact-finding and long-term contracts
• Plans and conducts major contract negotiations; prepares subcontracts and statements of work
• Conducts supplier site visits and evaluates production capability, delivery and other criteria
• Processes purchase requisitions and issues purchase orders reflecting negotiated terms (including international)
• Applies continuous improvement initiatives to internal systems and processes
• Administers subcontracts with terms, reporting, and budget analyses
• Maintains professional knowledge through workshops and industry publications
• Complies with city, federal and state regulations; advises management on actions
• Acts as consultant to management, mentors staff, may lead teams and cross-functional projects

Skills

Negotiation

Contract administration

Procurement

Supplier management

Lead time planning

MRP systems

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

EDI

MRP systems

Job description

Parker Hannifin is seeking an experienced procurement professional for our Elyria, Ohio facility. You will obtain best value through strategic supplier selection, negotiations, and subcontract administration while ensuring compliance with complex contract requirements.

Responsibilities include supplier sourcing, material planning, bid evaluations, and leading major contract negotiations. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration with engineering and production