Contracts Administrator - experienced (Aerospace)

Parker Hannifin; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin in Elyria, Ohio is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to manage products of moderate scope and complexity, ensuring contract obligations are met and compliant with terms. The role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams, negotiating terms, analyzing performance requirements, and serving as the customer contact on assigned contracts.

This is an on-site position within a global leader in motion and control technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related discipline.
• Experience in contract administration or related field (2+ years).
• Knowledge of contract administration principles, regulatory requirements and government procurements where applicable.
• Proficient with standard business software and in-house systems.

Responsibilities

• Administers contracts for products of moderate scope and complexity.
• Defines requirements, generates proposals, monitors performance and pricing terms.
• Negotiates terms, deliveries, and contract provisions with customers and vendors.
• Acts as primary customer contact for assigned contracts and coordinates with internal teams.
• Supports export compliance and regulatory adherence.

Skills

Contract administration

Negotiation

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Conditions of Employment

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

Parker Hannifin

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we've enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.

With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation.

Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.

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.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. Export Compliance and/or U.S. Government Contracting Citizenship eligibility requirements.

This is an on-site, individual contributor role located in our Elyria, Ohio facility.

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.

Individual contributor role typically reporting to a contract manager or lead position. Has regular interaction with functional team members and related internal teams. Has direct contact with customers.

Essential Functions

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Acts as the point of contact with the customer on assigned contracts and participates in customer presentations.
8. Supports export compliance administration or represent the site or division for implementation of export compliance actions.
9. 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).
10. Complies with federal, state, and aerospace industry regulations; ensures adherence to requirements and advises management on needed actions.
11. Utilizes lean principles to develop and implement standard work.
12. Participates in high performance team initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BA) in Business Administration or a related discipline. Contract management certification preferred or in process is 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 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 inquires 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.

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. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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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