Procurement Specialist - Aerospace & High-Value Parts

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation is seeking a Buyer II to secure quality, service, and value through bidding, negotiation, and supplier management. The role identifies manufacturing needs, selects suppliers, negotiates contracts, and arranges delivery for high-dollar parts and complex materials.

Responsibilities include managing procurement to meet quality, delivery, and cost goals, evaluating supplier performance, and coordinating with internal teams.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressively responsible procurement experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
• CPM or APICS certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Manages Parker procurement of materials and services to meet quality, delivery and cost goals.
• Applies purchasing principles, theories and concepts.
• Ensures timely acquisitions from known sources.
• Evaluates supplier performance and resolves issues affecting delivery.
• Negotiates terms, creates purchase orders reflecting negotiated prices and schedules.
• May involve international suppliers and export/import considerations.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier management

Negotiation

Contracting

Inventory optimization

Lead time reduction

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MRP systems

EDI

ERP software

MS Office

Job description

Parker Hannifin Corporation is seeking a Buyer II to secure quality, service, and value through bidding, negotiation, and supplier management. The role identifies manufacturing needs, selects suppliers, negotiates contracts, and arranges delivery for high-dollar parts and complex materials.

Responsibilities include managing procurement to meet quality, delivery, and cost goals, evaluating supplier performance, and coordinating with internal teams.