Procurement Manager

Parker Aerospace; Danville (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

401(k) with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Aerospace in Danville, Kentucky, is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead daily procurement activities for raw materials, parts, and supplies. You will drive lean practices and collaborate with suppliers, operations, and IT to coordinate material flow from customers through procurement to delivery.

The role requires leadership of a team, with reports to the Division Sourcing & Procurement Manager. Strong cost-management and ERP experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or materials management.
• Certification in supply chain management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive improvements across key supply chain metrics and lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Lead procurement and materials management including orders, supplier follow-up, and compliance.
• Implement cost-reduction activities to maximize division return.
• Maintain supplier relationships and robust communication processes.
• Help define and implement automated systems to plan material flow.
• Provide analytics and lead cross-functional projects to improve efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cost accounting

MRP/ERP systems

Supplier collaboration

Lean principles

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

SCM certification preferred

Job description

Position Summary

The Procurement Manager manages the daily activities of the procurement of raw materials, parts, equipment and operating supplies required for production of the Division's products. Responsible for embracing and driving lean enterprise systems throughout the procurement process.

Will be responsible for providing ongoing leadership in partnering with suppliers, operations, sourcing, production planners, IT and other appropriate resources to strategically plan and coordinate the flow of materials and information from customers through procurement to delivery.

This role will have direct reports and will directly report to the Division Sourcing & Procurement Manager.

Essential Functions

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Responsibility for driving improvements across SLISC, PCI, OTP, OTR and Lead Time.
• Supports sourcing of new products and new product introduction activities in line with Parker policies, processes, and strategy as assigned.
• Lead and manage all procurement and materials management activities including order placement, supplier follow-up, and compliance with government procurement regulations.
• Organizes, directs and implements cost-reduction activities to ensure maximum return to the division for minimum expenditures.
• Maintains and builds supplier relationships and robust communication process.
• 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.
• Works with suppliers to develop and manage continuous improvement programs, addressing quality, delivery, service as well as price.
• Leads continuous improvement activities and provides suggestions for cost reduction and improved efficiency.
• Provide analytical support by monitoring metrics for the customer, management, and team, while also creating ad hoc analysis as needed.
• Project leadership and support. Play an active and leading role in various cross functional and independent projects through management, analysis, or data development – with the ultimate goal of developing into a collaborative and cooperative team player on an organization-wide level.
• Daily cross functional collaboration to meet expected division goals
• Lead, direct work and Provide professional development for all team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of supply chain managerial experience.
• Bachelor degree required, preferably in business, engineering, or materials management. Certification in supply chain management preferred.
• Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.
• Must have functional understanding of cost accounting and adapt to practical application.
• Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand the electronic processing of MRP/ERP systems.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
• Must be a problem solver and innovator with a growth mindset with practical lean principles and practices experience.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team!

Our competitive package includes:

Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual Incentive Program
• 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.

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