Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Lean & Supplier Performance)

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Hatfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Hatfield, PA to lead procurement projects and optimize supplier performance within the Parker Precision Fluidics Division. You will work with stakeholders across divisions on contracts, risk, and LEAN purchasing practices.

The role requires strong problem-solving, manufacturing knowledge, and collaboration with suppliers, engineers, and operations to drive cost reductions and supply chain improvements.

Qualifications

• 4-year college degree in Supply Chain management or a relevant discipline.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Manufacturing experience in Supply Chain or a technical role preferred.
• Experience with LEAN manufacturing and relevant concepts/methodologies required.
• Contract development and review experience.
• Proven ability to partner with suppliers to improve overall supply chain performance.
• Inherent ability to identify opportunities to improve supply chain performance and cost while effectively influencing others to implement improvements.
• Project management and problem-solving skills required. Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Prior experience in sourcing plastic molded, rubber molded, or machined components preferred.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and understand cost drivers.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tools and macros.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Source and manage suppliers including bid, performance, capability, and risk evaluations.
• Conduct regular business reviews with key suppliers and drive maximum performance. Actively maintain supplier relationships.
• Negotiate, create and manage contracts and agreements that support LEAN manufacturing principles, including cost, total landed cost, terms, and performance.
• Devise ways and means to maximize commodity buying efficiency and minimize risk.
• Develop and manage data to support activities.
• Partner with New Product Development Engineers with sourcing decisions and activities.
• Develop commodity strategy.

Skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Sourcing

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain management

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Parker Hannifin Corporation is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Hatfield, PA to lead procurement projects and optimize supplier performance within the Parker Precision Fluidics Division. You will work with stakeholders across divisions on contracts, risk, and LEAN purchasing practices.

The role requires strong problem-solving, manufacturing knowledge, and collaboration with suppliers, engineers, and operations to drive cost reductions and supply chain improvements.