Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Excellence

Parker Hannifin; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to support procurement of assigned commodities through best practices, negotiations, and supplier collaboration. The role emphasizes contract execution, supplier risk mitigation, and cost savings initiatives within a manufacturing environment.

You will drive supplier evaluations, lead negotiation efforts, and partner with Engineering and Quality teams on new product development and continuous improvement programs.

Qualifications

• 4-year college degree in Supply Chain management or relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 2+ years in Purchasing, Supply Chain or related field.
• Experience with supply chain concepts and manufacturing industry.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with ability to lead projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to build strong relationships.
• Flexible to work extended hours to support business needs.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and manages new suppliers, develops bid evaluations, cost analyses, price justification, and risk assessment of suppliers.
• Conduct supplier negotiations and contract execution.
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop and manage continuous improvement programs, addressing quality, delivery, service as well as price.
• Supports New Product Development programs working closely with Engineering and Quality teams.
• Develop risk management and supplier backup contingency programs.
• Ensure 80% of direct spend is covered by long term agreements (LTA) and year over year cost savings are achieved.
• Create a competitive & simplified supplier portfolio through supplier reduction and supplier risk mitigation.
• Continuously increase payment terms and shorten lead times to support cash flow optimization.
• Coordinates and participates in supplier meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Negotiation

Project management

Communication

MS Office

Prioritization

Education

4-year degree in Supply Chain or related

Tools

SAP

Job description

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to support procurement of assigned commodities through best practices, negotiations, and supplier collaboration. The role emphasizes contract execution, supplier risk mitigation, and cost savings initiatives within a manufacturing environment.

You will drive supplier evaluations, lead negotiation efforts, and partner with Engineering and Quality teams on new product development and continuous improvement programs.