Strategic Sourcing Manager

Parker Hannifin; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Sourcing Manager to drive supplier selection, evaluation, and negotiation for its Kings Mountain, NC operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement processes and achieve value across assigned contracts.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, effective communication, and experience in supply chain concepts, with a focus on continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 4 year college degree in Supply Chain management or relevant discipline.
• Experience and/or exposure to supply chain concepts and manufacturing through internships or training programs.
• Analytical and technical skills to understand business practices and recommend automation opportunities.
• Intermediate computer skills and ability to understand electronic processing.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for interface with internal and external contacts.

Responsibilities

• Source suppliers, and may assist with bid evaluations, cost analyses, price justification, and risk assessment of suppliers.
• May assist with supplier negotiations on new procurements or changes to existing purchase orders.
• May drafs purchase orders and agreements for approval by the Sourcing & Commodity Manager.
• Coordinate and participate in supplier meetings.

Skills

Supply chain concepts

Supplier negotiations

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Computer skills

Education

4 year college degree in Supply Chain management or relevant discipline

Job description

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Sourcing Manager to drive supplier selection, evaluation, and negotiation for its Kings Mountain, NC operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement processes and achieve value across assigned contracts.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, effective communication, and experience in supply chain concepts, with a focus on continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.