Senior Procurement Specialist (Supplier Performance)

Parker Aerospace; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,300 - 166,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Parker Hannifin, a leading aerospace supplier, is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist in North Hollywood, CA. You will manage all subcontracting and procurement activities to optimize cost, schedule, and performance for advanced aerospace programs.

You will lead supplier selection, negotiate terms, and collaborate with program teams to meet demanding requirements, while ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field with extensive procurement experience.
• 10+ years in contract administration or procurement with project and supplier management.
• CPM or Contracts Management certification and international subcontracting experience desired.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP, legal and regulatory requirements for government procurement.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of Subcontract/PO from make/buy to final negotiation.
• Serve as site focal point for supply chain, maintain material status and reports.
• Select qualified suppliers and develop high-value, long-lead sources.
• Conduct market surveys, evaluate bids, and administer subcontracts.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Contract administration

Cost analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

EDI

MRP systems

Job description

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.

Parker Meggitt Fluid Systems Division – North Hollywood, California manufacturing features an upgraded 110k square foot, world-class manufacturing and testing facility. The facility has been designated as a Machining Center of Excellence within the Parker Meggitt group with recent additions of state-of-the-art multi-axis milling, turning, and additive layer manufacturing equipment. We also have testing capabilities for fluid and pneumatic valves that can duplicate modern aircraft systems' high temperatures, pressures, and flow rates. With our in-house design and development capabilities and growing product portfolio, we are in a leadership position for the next generation of high-performance aircraft engines and airframes.

SUMMARY

The Senior Procurement Specialist obtains the best quality, service, and value for products and services through effective bidding, negotiation, and supplier management. Responsible for developing, negotiating, and administering major or highly complex and high-risk subcontracts and purchase orders, ensuring compliance on supplier cost, schedule, legal and performance criteria. Manages all material related issues pertaining to new program development and serves as the main focal point for varied outsourcing projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for and directs all phases of the Subcontract/PO from initiation of the business case for make or buy decisions through requests for proposals, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, and cost accountability.
• Serves as the site's focal point for all ensuring customer commitments are met through the Supply Chain Functions. Maintains material status, chairs material meetings, and prepares required analysis and reports. May maintain current status towards design-to-unit cost goals aimed at obtaining cost effective designs.
• Selects qualified suppliers and manufacturers and develops new supply sources of high dollar value, long lead time, critically needed parts, equipment, materials, or service. Assumes the lead role in selection and negotiation for unique or customer-sensitive subcontracts.
• Gains customer confidence in overall subcontracting capabilities. Maintains frequent formal and informal contact with customers and management regarding any issues affecting performance or cost. Conducts program reviews with the subcontractor and program office and makes decisions affecting subcontractor supplier status.
• Solicits and evaluates proposals/quotations from suppliers and negotiates prices and terms to achieve optimum results for the company. Prepares and conducts market surveys and bidder conferences to gather or provide information necessary to select subcontractors. Assembles pre-award documentation required for anticipated subcontracts.
• Administers subcontracts by interpreting and implementing the terms, conditions, and/or provisions of the purchasing agreements. Closely monitors subcontractor and/or supplier performance to ensure contractual agreements, terms, and conditions are in compliance.
• Conducts supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery, and other key business criteria. Leads supplier certification surveys as part of a technical and/or quality team.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing trade publications, establishing networks, and/or participating in professional associations.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions. Complies with Government/Commercial Practices Manual (GPM/CPM) policies and procedures.
• Shares specialized knowledge with others and may serve as functional expert. Identifies mentoring needs and trains and mentors less experienced employees. Provides project or program leadership to others in department or to ad-hoc teams.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include cross‑functional or project team responsibilities (e.g., continuous improvement).

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Must have a Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Business Administration or related field (finance, law/contract law; program management), and experience which has provided both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through ten or more years of increasingly responsible experience in contract administration or procurement including two or more years of high-level project and customer/supplier management.
• Certificate in Purchasing Management (CPM) or Contracts Management and prior international subcontracting experience desired.
• Advanced, specialized knowledge of material requirements planning methods, principles, industry practices, and policies.
• Knowledge of complex legal and regulatory requirements related to government procurement regulations, or similar commercial or FAA requirements.
• Ability to effectively assess, lead, and implement continuous improvement in critical and/or high-impact areas.
• Proficient with standard business application software and specialized purchasing and/or materials systems (e.g., electronic data interface (EDI) or manufacturing resource planning (MRP) systems).
• Strong technical knowledge in the area of manufacturing or in the commodity that is being purchased.
• Ability to work on complex problems where in-depth analysis and evaluation of situations or data frequently require complicated negotiations.
• Ability to solve a wide range of unique problems of considerable scope and complexity that may require new approaches or significant modification of standard procedure.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex policies and recommend changes to procedures.
• Ability to respond to significant inquiries or complaints from subcontractors, customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to communicate effectively and make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to division management, bidders, suppliers, and customers.
• Ability to negotiate effectively to obtain best prices and terms on products, materials, and services.
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing route sheets and to understand and perform cost estimating. Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.
• Travel up to 40% (Vendor/Customer Visits), some overnight possible.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $100300 to $166900 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

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.