Procurement Specialist

Position Summary This position leads individual Procurement projects and/or a set of assigned commodities by deploying best practice procurement tools and negotiation skills. The Procurement Specialist does this while optimizing supplier performance and minimizing risk in the supply chain to enable the Parker Precision Fluidics Supply Chain strategy. The Procurement Specialist utilizes strong problem-solving skills and manufacturing knowledge to effectively identify process, sourcing and contract improvement opportunities. This is a highly visible role in the Parker Precision Fluidics Division with regular engagement with stakeholders at all levels in the Division.

Responsibilities Essential Functions:

Source and manage suppliers including bid, performance, capability, and risk evaluations Conduct regular business reviews with key suppliers and drive maximum performance. Actively maintain supplier relationships Negotiate, create and manage contracts and agreements that support LEAN manufacturing principles, including cost, total landed cost, terms, and performance Devise ways and means to maximize commodity buying efficiency and minimize risk Develop and manage data to support activities Partner with New Product Development Engineers with sourcing decisions and activities Develop commodity strategy Qualifications 4 year college degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related discipline Master's degree preferred Manufacturing experience in Supply Chain or technical role preferred Experience with LEAN manufacturing and relevant concepts/methodologies required Contract development and review experience Proven ability to effectively partner with suppliers to improve overall supply chain performance. Inherent ability to identify opportunities to improve supply chain performance and cost while effectively influencing others to implement improvements. Project management and problem solving skills required Prior experience in sourcing plastic molded, rubber molded, or machined components preferred Ability to interpret blueprints and understand cost drivers Strong problem solving skills required with 6 sigma certification preferred Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including proficiency in developing and utilizing pivot tools and macros Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external stakeholders

Closing Statement Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position. 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