Supply Chain Manager

Parker Aerospace; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Aerospace seeks a Supply Chain leader to drive procurement, materials management, and inventory control at the plant location. You will coordinate with purchasing, production planning, and IT to optimize material flow from suppliers through delivery, with matrix responsibilities supporting production planning and shipping functions.

The role involves leading pricing negotiations, supplier certifications, and implementing lean practices such as Kanban.

Qualifications

• B.A./B.S. degree in a related technical or business discipline, professional level experience of six or more years, with leadership ability.
• Certification or a professional designation (e.g. APICS) may be required or preferred depending on position requirements.
• Proven competency in a team leader role for two or more years, and/or leadership of major projects in a team environment.
• Thorough knowledge of products, manufacturing processes and technology, information systems, and general business practices.
• Demonstrated teamwork and ability to promote change and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and materials management activities including order placement and supplier evaluation/certification.
• Coordinate Production Planning's MRP activities to support on-time deliveries and data accuracy.
• Monitor shipping/receiving performance and resolve discrepancies.
• Utilize tracking systems and drive material flow planning and KPIs.
• Help implement lean principles and Kanban across the division.
• Prepare and manage department budget within guidelines.

Skills

Team leadership

Procurement

Supply chain

Manufacturing processes

Teamwork

Education

B.A./B.S. degree in related technical or business discipline

APICS certification (or related)

Job description

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.

The vision of Gas Turbine Fuel Systems Division is to be the global leader in the design, development, manufacture, and service of engine fuel, lubrication, and thermal management systems and components for aerospace/defense and industrial applications. By leveraging our expertise in analysis, atomization, combustion, fluid metering, and control — coupled with enterprise excellence — we will exceed customer expectations and achieve our business objectives.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide leadership of Supply Chain Management activities for the plant location in order to maximize favorable impact. Supply Chain Management activities include materials planning; scheduling; inventory control; cash flow management; information flow and coordination and asset management. Work with suppliers, business unit managers, purchasing, production planners, I/T and other appropriate resources to strategically plan and coordinate the flow of materials and information from customers through procurement to delivery. Matrix management responsibilities with business units and support groups for production planning, shipping, receiving and inventory functions. Provide direct leadership and/or management of Purchasing and Supplier Quality functions for plant location(s).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage all procurement and materials management activities including order placement, supplier reduction/evaluation/certification, supplier follow-up, price negotiation and compliance with government procurement regulations.
• Matrix responsibilities for Production Planning's manufacturing resource-planning activities. These activities need to help achieve division sales and RONA objectives and maintain 100% on-time customer deliveries. Matrix responsibilities for personnel involved with the MRP database to achieve and maintain a high degree of data accuracy, integrity, and ownership.
• Monitors shipping/receiving performance and investigates discrepancies to resolve/eliminate process deficiencies.
• Utilize corporate developed tracking systems such as PHconnect, PFEP (plan for every part), and S& OP (sales and operations)- Accountable for location(s) materials metrics and Standards of Performance.
• Help define and implement automated systems to plan and track material flow from customers through procurement to delivery to support a supply chain management strategy.
• Ensure all the location(s) material management policies are consistent with the inventory control objectives of the Corporation.
• Work closely with divisional materials personnel to maintain continuity with purchasing and supplier management processes.
• Facilitate corporate purchasing and materials initiatives including common part numbers, supplier managed inventory, consolidated purchasing agreements, supplier reduction and supplier quality certifications.
• Advise on supplier-managed inventory or supplier-based contracts with customers.
• Support internal or external audit requirements relative to the planning, procurement or inventory control functions.
• Prepare and manage department budget within established guidelines.
• Effectively create and sustain procurement to delivery material and system cost reduction programs.
• Provide professional development for all materials team members. Explain and support company policies and procedures.
• Benchmark world class supplier management systems and implement best practices as appropriate.
• Actively support and implement lean principles at the division.
• Facilitate Kanban, materials requirement planning technique, throughout division.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.A./B.S. degree in a related technical or business discipline or equivalent, professional level experience of six or more years and demonstrated ability to perform the described role and responsibilities and obtain the desired results. Certification or a professional designation in a specialty area (e.g. APICS) may be required or preferred depending on position requirements.
• Proven competency in a team leader role for two or more years, and/or demonstrated leadership of major projects or programs in a team environment.
• Thorough knowledge of products, manufacturing processes and technology, information systems, and/or specialty areas, and general business practices.
• Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills in producing results and meeting organizational objectives. Capable of assessing and developing individual and team skills and capabilities. Able to create and maintain enthusiasm for new and challenging goals. Serve as a role model by promoting new ideas and positive change.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $113680 to $199055 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.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmerative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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