Division Sourcing Manager – APS Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Division Sourcing Manager – APS
Division Sourcing Manager –

APS Location:

CARY, NC, United States

Job Family :

Procurement

Job Type :

Regular

Posted :

Jun 25, 2025

Job ID:

57523 Job Description Parker Lord is seeking an experienced Division Sourcing Manager to join their Assembly and Protection Solutions (APS) Supply Chain organization. The Division Sourcing Manager will be responsible for managing the direction and daily activities of the Division’s procurement of raw materials, parts, equipment and operating supplies required for production of the Division’s products. They will be responsible for embracing and driving lean enterprises systems throughout. The position will directly report to the Division Supply Chain Manager and will interact with all levels of Division management; including operational, engineering, quality control, marketing and finance. This position will be located in Cary, NC on a four day in office, one day remote hybrid schedule. It will have direct reports both in Cary, NC and other Parker Lord locations. For more information on Parker Lord and the APS Division, you can check out our website there —>https://www.parker.com/us/en/divisions/assembly-and-protection-solutions-division.html

Responsibilities:

Plans and direct the activities of the Division’s purchases of chemical raw materials, supplies, equipment, or services. Identifies chemical raw material requirements from production specifications, operational schedules, and engineering quality requirements. Determines the most cost efficient and reliable materials needed for the manufacturing process.
Establishes preferred supplier selection criteria based on supplier evaluations of price, quality, delivery, certifications, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations. This will include establishing preferred supplier selection criteria based on supplier evaluations of price, quality, delivery, certifications, compliance with governmental procurement regulations and group programs. Promotes and uses strategic suppliers
Negotiates with suppliers in response to general performance, material requirements, or cost issues. Establishes procedures to leverage the company’s position. Ensures purchasing strategy reflects the consistent utilization of local suppliers vs. Group strategic suppliers.
Works with suppliers to develop and manage continuous improvement programs, addressing quality, delivery, service as well as price.
Develops standard/automated re-order procedures. Will develop crisis management and supplier risk mitigation plans and programs.
Develops and benchmarks best practices among the Divisions suppliers and maintain accurate measurements and records for evaluation of suppliers.
Ensures purchases and capital expenditures are consistent with Division strategies and within department budgets.
Responsible for integrating the Division with electronic interfacing throughout the purchasing function.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:

Minimum of 6-8 years purchasing/managerial experience.
Bachelor’s degree in business, chemical engineering, supply chain management or other
related discipline.
Possess strong analytical and technical skills required to understand chemical business
practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.
Must have functional understanding of cost accounting and adopt to practical
application.
Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand electronic processing.
Must have strong negotiating skills and contract knowledge.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface
with all internal and external contacts.
Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.
Strong leadership and global cross-functional experience
Chemical experience preferred. Experience within the Automotive market also preferred.
Master’s degree (MS or MBA) preferred.