Parker Hannifin

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including afterspanet 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.

Parker Meggitt, a recent addition to Parker Hannifin, is a global leader in the Commercial and Military Aerospace spanets, specializing in a wide range of products including fire and smoke detection systems, extinguishing systems, bleed air overheat detection systems, actuators, rudder pedal assemblies, pumps, fuel gauging systems, and high-temperature cables. Located in Simi Valley, CA, this site is within the Fire Safety & Power Systems Division (FSPSD) and is a key supplier in select energy spanets, particularly in nuclear gas analyzers and nuclear containment vessel penetration cables. We work directly with some of the largest aerospace companies in the world, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin, among others.

BUYER 1

JOB DESIGNATION: The Buyer 1 uses expertise for a range of purchasing activities, including pricing and negotiating with suppliers to reach highest quality at best value. Performs complex purchasing activities, while ensuring procurement procedures comply with government laws, regulations and management objectives.

JOB CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs complex purchasing activities including pricing, volume discounts, negotiating terms and long-term contracts with suppliers, and delivery of goodsservices
• Negotiates best terms (price, delivery, and payment terms) with suppliers, while maintaining efficient output of purchase orders, to reach highest quality at best value
• Establishes source selection criteria for evaluation of quotations including target pricing
• Evaluates quotations received from prospective suppliers and makes decisions regarding award of purchase orders
• Implements formal and legal contractual documentation into the purchase orders, encompassing all corporate and government requirements
• Resolves discrepancies between purchase order requirements and supplier performance
• Ensures compliance to government laws, regulations and procurement policies and procedures
• Identifies problem areas, initiates corrective action and establishes problem resolution dates in a timely manner
• Maintains current and accurate purchase order data in the purchasing system (e.g. delivery dates, pricing, change orders)

Other responsibilities as assigned

• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Education requirement: must have a bachelor’s degree is required with relevant experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations 
• Certifications: Vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field
• Years Experience: 2- 5 years of relevant experience

SKILLS

• SAP Experience
• Buying cycle experience
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Procurement in aerospace/manufacturing environment
• Proven experience as a Buyer or in a similar procurement role
• Demonstrated ability to write specifications, prepare bid documents, handle bidding process and analyze all bid results
• Strong experience negotiating license contracts with a track record of success
• Comfortable navigating a rapidly changing environment that encourages innovation, agility, and proactive problem-solving.
• 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 and database management
• Familiarity with production planning and demand forecasting
• Experience using procurement software such as SAP

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.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

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

Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California, Massachusetts, New York, Washington. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as spanet and business considerations.  

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range:  $69500 to $115000 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans 

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. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 Employees & Job Applicants U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission