Contracts Mgr II

Parker Hannifin; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead major contract negotiations and manage complex programs in a high-stakes aerospace environment.

You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure contract integrity, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance while driving strategic initiatives across divisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related discipline.
• Contracts management certification preferred; advanced certifications may be beneficial.
• 8+ years of related experience, including 4+ years in leadership or project lead roles.
• Contract management certification required; PM certification or similar may be needed.
• Strong knowledge of contract management processes and export controls is a plus.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate complex terms clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the performance of assigned contracts and programs.
• Negotiate complex contracts and coordinate with internal teams.
• Interpret contract terms and develop solutions and formal recommendations.
• Assess and mitigate contractual risk and manage change control processes.
• Provide direction to the contracts team and mentor others.
• Coordinate export compliance activities as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Contract management

Risk assessment

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Advanced degree (MS/MBA/JD) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lotus Notes

Project management tools

Job description

Parker Hannifin

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flights 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 an 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.

Parker Meggitt, a recent addition to Parker Hannifin, is a global leader in the Commercial and Military Aerospace markets, specializing in a wide range of products including power generation and conversion systems, magnetics, and sensors for extreme environments. Located in Milwaukie, OR (in the Greater Portland Area), this site is within the Fire Safety & Power Systems Division (FSPSD) and is a key supplier in select aircraft and ground vehicle markets, spanning business jet, narrow body, wide body, and fighter jet platforms as well as military ground vehicles. We work directly with some of the largest aerospace companies in the world, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Lockheed Martin, and Raytheon, among others.

Position Summary:

Responsible for the leadership of the contracts management function for a Division Site or a major sub-team at a large division. Leads and manages a major contract or combination of contracts with broad scope and complexity. Leads and/or participate on a division team to develop and administer complex contracts and negotiations. May lead multi-divisional contract negotiations. Supports the division and/or site with strategic and tactical goals, policies, and procedures, and by ensuring contract and regulatory compliance.

Essential Functions:

• Manages and is accountable for the performance of assigned contracts and programs. Leads complex negotiations and ensures coordination within and across internal teams. May lead multi-divisional contract negotiations.
• Provides knowledge of division systems, products, and services and understanding of division goals and strategies in developing contracts and proposals. Supports Division contracts function by effectively implementing and following through on strategic initiatives.
• Leads team in performing analysis, interpretation, investigation, and research of complex contractual information. Advises team and leadership on contract interpretation and in developing solutions and formal recommendations.
• Evaluates the company's contractual risk in terms of cost exposure (e.g. compensation of damages/costs associated with performance); establishes review processes to mitigate risk during contract performance. Manages contractual change control process (e.g. in accordance with the program management change control procedures). Ensures an effective flow down of contract requirements.
• Oversee and approves task planning on multiple contracts. Approves resource requirements and effort estimates. Applies understanding of program financial reporting methods.
• Establishes direction for functional team and direct reports. Develops and mentors' others. Champions professional certification and career development for the Group contracts administration/management community.
• May execute the duties associated with Export Compliance, including division- or site-wide Export Compliance Program. May act as Division's Export Administrator.
• Investigates and resolves compliance problems and responds to questions from internal or customer sources and government regulatory agencies. May draft or prepare responses on behalf of Group/Division positions.
• Maintains and coordinates contacts with domestic and foreign civilian and military representatives, as well as customers and government agency officials. Analyzes problem/opportunity areas, structures data-gathering and evaluation of internal processes, and coordinates responses.
• May research, develop, and manage activities related to international business development activities (e.g. contract terms for use with non-U.S. customers and suppliers; international letters of credit). Supports low-cost strategies and opportunities associated with international supplier and offset strategies and assisting with negotiations. Develop recommendations for general and specific courses of action.
• Coordinates training and business meetings to facilitate the exchange of information on contract review. Develop and implement programs to increase cross-functional knowledge and awareness of contracting requirements and policies as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (BA) in Business Administration or a related discipline. Contracts management certification preferred. Advanced degree (MS/MBA/JD) maybe preferred.
• 8 or more years of related experience, including 4 years in leadership and/or project lead role. Demonstrated leadership of multiple contracts of varying complexity and scope.
• Requires contract management certification. May require Program Management certification or other certifications as appropriate to the job function.
• Prior training and experience in leadership concepts and management principles.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of contract management processes and all contract types. Strong knowledge of regulations and laws applicable to contracts. May require in-depth knowledge of a broad range of export Regulatory Requirements and certification as an ECoP or equivalent.
• Able to lead process improvements; able to oversee/conduct training and rollout efforts to institutionalize process improvements.
• Proficient in contract management concepts, tools, techniques, and risk management. Strong negotiation skills. Comprehensive knowledge of legal principles and ability to identify high-risk terms; understanding of the impact of key terms to flow down.
• Demonstrated ability to create strong partnerships with the contract customers, end use customers, and suppliers.
• Has detailed knowledge of the product lines and marketplace associated with the fielded products. Has in-depth knowledge of applied technology and processes on assigned contracts and programs.
• Demonstrated use of business concepts and accounting principles associated with project cost and budgetary planning/control. Thorough understanding of relationships between basic product, program and operational information related to contracting. Solid understanding of estimation methods, critical path analysis, and earned value techniques.
• Ability to effectively communicate and present status, actions, recommendations, and other technical information with clarity and precision. Able to respond to significant inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, or other teams. Able to influence business decisions and negotiate resource allocation.
• Effectively uses current information technology, systems, and business applications related to contracting and customer/supplier interface; is proficient with standard software (e.g. Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes), project management and database analysis tools.
• Ability to quickly identify and address critical issues on programs and contracts and lead the team to develop action plans to improve performance.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Benefit & Retirement Plans

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 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affiliated Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based