Division Materials Planning Manager (Aerospace)

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 120,500 - 210,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Company-provided defined-contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Parker Aerospace’s Exotic Metals Forming Division seeks a Division Materials Planning Manager to strategically plan and coordinate material flow from suppliers to delivery. You will lead Purchasing and Supplier Quality, drive supplier evaluation, and manage budgeting and lean initiatives.

The role requires 5+ years in high-volume manufacturing materials management, aerospace experience preferred, and strong analytical/communication skills to partner with cross-functional teams across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or materials management.
• Minimum 5 years purchasing/materials management experience in high-volume manufacturing.
• Aerospace industry experience preferred.
• Experience with supply chain systems including JIT, MRPII, and cellular manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; proficient with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and materials management activities including supplier evaluation and pricing.
• Matrix responsibilities for Production Planning and MRP data ownership.
• Manage division materials metrics and performance standards.
• Define and implement automated systems to plan and track material flow.
• Ensure policies align with inventory control objectives.
• Advise on supplier-managed inventory and contracts with customers.
• Support internal/external audits of planning, procurement, and inventory.
• Prepare and manage the department budget; drive cost reduction programs.
• Provide professional development for materials team members; promote best practices.
• Benchmark supplier management systems and lean principles within the division.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Interpersonal

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or materials management

APICS/CPM certification preferred

Tools

MRP systems

Microsoft Office

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.

At Exotic Metals Forming Division, our highly talented team blends a passion for manufacturing with relentless customer support, making us the partner of choice for complex aerospace solutions. Working at EMFD is about being part of a team, a culture, something that is bigger than each of us individually. We began as a small group of people passionately committed to a common goal. That is why we are so proud of everyone in our Exotic family who strives to be the best at what they do every day, working as a collaborative team in a culture of continuous improvement to stretch the bounds of creative thinking and provide quality products to our customers around the globe.

DIVISION MATERIALS PLANNING MANAGER (AEROSPACE)

The Division Planning Materials Manager will work with suppliers, business unit managers, purchasing, production planners, I/T and other appropriate resources to strategically plan and coordinate the flow of materials and information from customers through procurement to delivery. Matrix management responsibilities with business units and support groups for production planning, shipping, receiving and inventory functions. Provide direct leadership and management of Purchasing and Supplier Quality functions for division.

Functions and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all procurement and materials management activities including order placement, supplier reduction/evaluation/certification, supplier follow-up, price negotiation and compliance with government procurement regulations.
• Matrix responsibilities for Production Planning's manufacturing resource-planning activities. These activities need to help achieve division sales and RONA objectives and maintain 100% on-time customer deliveries. Matrix responsibilities for personnel involved with the MRP database to achieve and maintain a high degree of data accuracy, integrity, and ownership.
• Accountable for division materials metrics and Standards of Performance.
• Help define and implement automated systems to plan and track material flow from customers through procurement to delivery to support a supply chain management strategy.
• Ensure all the division's material management policies are consistent with the inventory control objectives of the Corporation.
• Facilitate corporate purchasing and materials initiatives including common part numbers, supplier managed inventory, consolidated purchasing agreements, supplier reduction and supplier quality certifications.
• Advise on supplier managed inventory or supplier-based contracts with customers.
• Support internal or external audit requirements relative to the planning, procurement or inventory control functions.
• Prepare and manage department budget within established guidelines.
• Effectively create and sustain procurement to delivery material and system cost reduction programs.
• Provide professional development for all materials team members. Explain and support company policies and procedures.
• Benchmark world class supplier management systems and implement best practices in division as appropriate
• Actively support and implement lean principles at the division.
• Facilitate Kanban, materials requirement planning technique, throughout division.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or materials management.
• Certification: materials management and quality certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years applicable purchasing/materials management experience in a world-class, high volume manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace industry experience is highly preferred
• Extensive managerial experience in state-of-the-art materials management systems including supply chain management, cash flow and asset management, JIT, MRPII, cellular manufacturing and with APICS/CPM certification preferred.
• Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft PC software (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing, databases and presentations).

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.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $120,500 to $210,950 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 Affimative 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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