Senior Contracts Strategist — Complex Negotiations

PARKER HANNIFIN CORP; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Aerospace is seeking a Sr. Contracts Specialist to lead complex, high-value contracting opportunities critical to long-term business success.

The role involves expert guidance on contracting processes, regulatory requirements, risk evaluation, and oversight across programs. It serves as the primary liaison with internal and external stakeholders, with no direct reports and broad negotiation responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex, high-value contracts.
• Knowledge of contract risk management and change control.
• Ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with NCMA or similar regulations.

Responsibilities

• Leads complex negotiations of strategic significance to the division.
• Manages contract risk across programs and ensures policy compliance.
• Administers competitive contract requirements and records changes.
• Prepares complex proposals with long-term financial impact.
• Coordinates bid process and develops responses to RFPs.
• Serves as customer contact on assigned contracts.
• Monitors contract performance and handles amendments.
• Leads process improvements within division and with customers.
• Keeps knowledge current with professional associations.

Skills

Contract negotiations

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Job description

Parker Aerospace is seeking a Sr. Contracts Specialist to lead complex, high-value contracting opportunities critical to long-term business success.

The role involves expert guidance on contracting processes, regulatory requirements, risk evaluation, and oversight across programs. It serves as the primary liaison with internal and external stakeholders, with no direct reports and broad negotiation responsibilities.