Buyer I

Buyer ILocation : Oro Valley, AZ, United StatesJob Family : ProcurementJob Type : RegularPosted : Aug 6, 2024Job ID : 51167Back to Search ResultsJob DescriptionApply Now >Save JobJob SavedAt 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. We believe that the key to bringing talented new team members into our organization is by focusing on everyone’s talents and potential rather than the job specification. If you have innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence, we are more than happy to consider you for other roles in Parker that may be a good fit. Job Designation The purpose of t h i s po s i t i on i s to e ff e c t i v e l y manage procurement a c t i v i t i e s and cross- f un c t i on a l. r e l a t i on s h i p s w i t h a ss i gn e d s upp li e r s and internal customer, e n s u r i ng a pp r op r i a t e pu r c h a s i ng po li c i e s and procedures a r e a pp li e d at a ll t i m e s . Job Core Responsibilities

Manage relationships with designated suppliers of goods and services to ensure quality, cost, delivery and responsiveness targets are being achieved. Manage and enforce contract obligations.

Conduct requests for quotation as directed in order to obtain a full range of products and services from suppliers that meet planned performance targets and guidelines

Drive annual cost down and minimize supplier cost increases. Accountable for commodity

Purchase Cost Variance (PCV) performance

Raise orders and/or other demand signals accurately and on time to ensure all goods and services are supplied in accordance with customer and company requirements whilst at the same time optimizing levels of inventory.

Ensure compliance with government laws and regulations and company policies and processes

Manage day to day supplier quality, pricing and delivery issues, eradicating and/or escalating problems efficiently both internally and externally to minimize impact on our business. Facilitate and lead meetings internally and externally as required to address issues

Manage day to day activities in support of the procurement of materials and services including obsolesce, engineering changes, part revisions, invoice issues, pricing discrepancies, expediting/de-expediting, cancellations, and the management of defective materials.

Manage system and supply chain performance parameters such as supplier contact information, lead times, minimum order quantities, delivery frequency, and schedules.

Review performance data related to purchasing effectiveness and efficiency (in conjunction team leadership) in order to determine corrective actions where necessary and to exploit opportunities for continuous improvement, including joint initiatives with suppliers where appropriate

Other responsibilities as assigned

Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary

Physical Requirements

· Lift and Carry up to 35 lbs.

· Minimal: lifting from floor or higher, bending, twisting, climbing, lifting arms above shoulders, kneeling.

· Minimal: exposure to excessive noise, hazardous chemicals, hazardous equipment, uneven walking surfaces

Job Specifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree or e qu i v a l e n t c o m b i n a t i on of r e l e v a n t e du c a t i on and w o rk e x p e r i e n c e that will a ll o w s u cc e ss f u l p e r f o r m a n c e of j ob e x p e c t a t i on s.

Years of Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the tactical procurement activities.

Skills:

Experienced in acquiring materials necessary for manufacturing and the organization, while maintaining relationships with vendors

Demonstrated ability to prepare bid documents, handle bidding process and analyze all bid results

Strong experience negotiating license contracts with a track record of success

Solves complex problems and exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), with ability to drive tasks to completion

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer a competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Health and Wellbeing:

· Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.

· Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.

· Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.

Financial Security and Growth:

· Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.

· Retirement benefits: 401(k) with company match opportunity.

· Income Protection, Life Insurance, Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance.

Work-Life Balance and Flexibility:

· Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours, plus up to 13 paid holidays including a company-wide shut down between Christmas and New Year’s.

· Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.

· Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.

Parker Purpose Opportunities:

· Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.

· Volunteering day off and social committee activities throughout the year.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative 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”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights-ScreenRdr.pdf) and Genetic Information Discrimination (https://www.eeoc.gov/genetic-information-discrimination)

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.