Division Materials Manager - Fluid Systems Division

Parker Hannifin; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 247,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Division Materials Manager in Irvine, CA to lead the division's materials management, coordinating with suppliers and internal partners to ensure reliable material flow and lean execution. The role reports to the Division Supply Chain Manager and emphasizes strategic planning, inventory control, and process improvements.

The ideal candidate will have 6–8+ years in lean materials management, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and preferably an MBA.

Qualifications

• Analytical and technical skills to understand business practices and automation opportunities.
• Proficiency in MRP and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication for internal/external contacts.
• Understanding of lean enterprise principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute materials management strategies for the division.
• Lead a materials management team and coordinate with suppliers, planners, and IT.
• Manage inventory, forecast demand, and ensure optimal material flow.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Lean principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Operations Management

MBA (preferred)

Tools

MRP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow.

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.

Position Summary

The Division Materials Manager will provide leadership of Materials Management activities for the division in support of the Parker WIN Strategy. Will develop and execute strategies within a lean enterprise environment concentrating on people, organization, process and information technology.

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for the materials management for the entire division, large site, or numerous value streams. Position will report to the Division Supply Chain Manager. Will lead materials management team members. Work with suppliers, business units, procurement, planners, I/T and other appropriate resources to strategically plan and coordinate the flow of materials and information from customers through order fulfillment. Matrix management responsibilities with business units and support groups for planning, logistics, shipping, receiving and inventory functions.

Essential Functions

• Deployment of Management Standard Work
• Deployment of SIOP & Capacity Expansion
• PFEP & Visual Market Management (MTS/MTO Stocking Strategy, Kanban, FIFO Lanes, Spike order management, lot sizing and lead time reviews)
• Inventory Execution (Clear to Build Deployment & Compliance, Receipt, WIP and FG Flow)
• Deploying Planning Information Standards (Master Planning, Optimizer, Heijunka / Locked Schedule in Sequence, Tracking Adherence Linked TIB, Order Book OTP/OTR process)
• Material Management (Accuracy/Compliance/Cycle Counting/Physical Inventory)
• Promote and foster safe work environment
• Manages overall strategic planning practices
• Implements a lean approach to materials management including material flow and inventory control
• Completes demand forecasting and supply planning to ensure the availability of all materials and products at minimum cost
• Collaborates with business partners to optimize customer experience by utilizing buying and reselling strategies and warehouse management
• Establishes and implements standard re-order and delivery procedures
• Balances supply with demand through Sales and Operations Planning implementation and execution with the minimum amount of Parker’s capacity
• Utilizes forecasting tools to create effective demand management processes
• Employs data analysis and information technology to improve division performance
• Responsible for part data accuracy (item master)
• Create development plans for materials management team members and ensure talent pipeline is in place for key functions

Qualifications

• Analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities
• Demonstrated proficiency in MRP, Microsoft Programs
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts
• Understanding of lean enterprise principles and practices

Education & Experience

• Education requirement: Must have bachelor’s degree (4 Year) in Supply Chain or Operations Management, Business, Engineering or Other.
• Advanced Degree such as MBA preferred
• Minimum of 6 – 8+ years applicable experience in lean materials management, supply chain or operations
• Professional Certification – APICS or ISM preferred

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.

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

Competitive Compensation

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

• Pay Range: $140915 to $246685 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

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 Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affidavit 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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