Buyer I - Aerospace

Parker; Danville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive program

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Parker Aerospace is seeking a Buyer/Expeditor to support production and plant operations. The role focuses on timely PO creation, supplier coordination, and contract compliance within Parker’s industrial environment.

Qualified candidates have at least a bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering, 2+ years of procurement experience, and SAP familiarity. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a structured career path.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Business or Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Buyer/Expeditor or Material Planner.
• SAP experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions into purchase orders accurately.
• Manage delivery and quality information from suppliers.
• Solicit quotes from suppliers using formal inquiries.
• Evaluate quotations and award purchase orders.
• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain lowest unit cost.
• Incorporate contract documentation into POs per corporate/government requirements.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies.
• Provide regular reporting to management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Database management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Position Summary

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.

The Buyer is responsible for the purchase of materials, supplies, equipment and services necessary to support production and plant operations as economically and efficiently as possible.

Job Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions into purchase orders in a timely manner and ensuring accurate information is included in the purchase order.
• Responsible for commodity delivery and quality performance, including obtaining accurate delivery information from suppliers.
• Direct solicitation from suppliers using a formal inquiry format, incorporating all necessary information required for seller’s quotations.
• Evaluate quotations received from prospective suppliers and make a decision regarding award of purchase order.
• Negotiate with selected suppliers to obtain the lowest unit cost.
• Implement formal and legal contractual documentation into the purchase order, encompassing all corporate and government requirements.
• Establish contractual obligations for any changes affecting the original definitive contract and to insure compliance to protect Parker Meggitt from government claims for defective pricing or fraud.
• Identify problem areas and initiate corrective action and establish problem resolution dates.
• Maintain compliance with all corporate and divisional procurement policies and procedures as contained within the corporate Standard Practice Letters and Procurement Manual Instructions.
• Provide regular and periodic reporting in areas of responsibility as directed by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required; major in Business or Engineering preferred Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Buyer/Expeditor or Material Planner
• SAP experience desirable
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) with ability to drive tasks to completion
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team!

Our competitive package includes:

Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

• 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 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Additional Comments

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and 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.

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