Sourcing Manager- Source Controlled Components

Parker Hannifin; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive program

401(k) plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

On-site fitness center

Employee discounts

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a procurement leader to direct division sourcing of source-controlled components and drive lean supply chain practices. This role manages supplier selection, cost optimization, and risk mitigation across manufacturing operations.

You will negotiate with suppliers, establish performance criteria, and build continuous improvement programs while ensuring long-term supply continuity and cost efficiency. The role emphasizes leadership, analytics, and strategic contracting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years purchasing/management experience.
• Strong negotiation skills; experience in single-source environment with long lead times (~52 weeks).
• Understanding of aerospace source-controlled supplier management and win/win solutions.
• Support team members in LTA negotiations for long-term supply continuity.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or materials management; certification in supply chain management preferred.
• Experience in supplier contract writing/negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Directs the Division's purchases of source-controlled components and establishes cost-efficient supplier sources.
• Establishes supplier criteria based on price, quality, delivery, certifications, and gov't regulations.
• Interviews, selects, and negotiates with suppliers; promotes use of strategic suppliers.
• Collaborates with suppliers to develop continuous improvement programs addressing quality, delivery, and price.
• Develops re-order procedures and contingency programs; benchmarks supplier performance.
• Drives margin growth through deflation and new supply sources; reviews price indexes regularly.
• Develops and mentors talent to ensure long-term procurement success.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Purchasing

Lean principles

Automation opportunities

Cost accounting

Contract writing

Advanced computer skills

Analytical skills

LTA negotiations

Education

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

JD preferred

Job description

Parker Hannifin

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.

Position Summary

Manages the direction and daily activities of the Divisions procurement of source controlled components ranging from valves, filter manifolds, heat exchangers, motors, and other electrical components for production of the Divisions products. Responsible for embracing and driving lean enterprises systems throughout the procurement process.

Essential Functions

• Plans and direct the activities of the Division's purchases of source-controlled components ranging from valves, filter manifolds, heat exchangers, motors, and other electrical components. Determines the most cost efficient and reliable sources of supply needed for the manufacturing process.

• Establishes preferred supplier selection criteria based on supplier evaluations of price, quality, delivery, certifications, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations. Promotes and uses strategic suppliers.

• Interviews, selects and negotiates with suppliers in response to material requirements/cost issues. Establishes procedures to leverage the company’s position. Ensures purchasing strategy reflects the consistent utilization of local suppliers vs. Group strategic suppliers.

• Works with suppliers to develop and manage continuous improvement programs, addressing quality, delivery, service as well as price.

• Develops standard/automated re-order procedures. Will develop crisis management and supplier backup contingency programs.

• Develops and benchmarks best practices among the Divisions suppliers and maintain accurate measurements and records for evaluation of suppliers.

• Drives strategies to grow margin expansion through deflation and establishing new sources of supply.

• Conduct regular review of purchase price indexes to confirm variances.

• Develop and hire top talent to ensure long-term success of the department.
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-6 years purchasing/managerial experience.

• Strong negotiation skills with experience in negotiating in a single source environment and long lead times (approx. 52 weeks).

• Understanding of aerospace source-controlled supplier management with the ability to find win/win solutions.

• Support team members in LTA negotiations to ensure long term continuity of supply for the business.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or materials management required with certification in supply chain management preferred.

• JD preferred or extensive experience in supplier contract writing/ negotiation.

• Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend properautomation opportunities.

• Must have functional understanding of cost accounting and adopt to practical application.

• Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand electronic processing.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.

• Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive compensation, including participation in annual incentive programs, and benefits designed with health, wealth, and well‑being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

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 up to 15 Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility)

• Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation week, veteran appreciation, and more!
• The Parker Foundation provides access to donation matching, disaster relief, charitable organization funding, and paid volunteer hour's.

Additional Benefits:

• Employee discounts on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.).
• Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000).
• Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.
• A free, on-site, 24-hour Fitness Center available to all active Team Members.
• Grab a bite to eat at the on-site cafeteria that provides a wide array of breakfast, lunch, and snacks. We also have vending machines available during scheduled breaks and lunch periods.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Additional Comments

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

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