Parker Hannifin

About Us

Engineered Polymer Systems (EPS) Division designs and manufactures engineered elastomeric, polymeric and plastic seals and sealing systems for dynamic applications. Our commitment to developing world-class materials that meet or exceed industry specifications allows our customers to focus on equipment design.

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Buyer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing the procurement process, ensuring that our supply chain operates smoothly and efficiently. This position requires strong negotiation skills, a solid understanding of sourcing strategies, and proficiency in relevant procurement systems. The Senior Buyer will collaborate closely with various departments to optimize purchasing decisions and maintain quality standards.

Essential Functions

-Identifies and recommends suppliers by investigating potential suppliers, researching parts, equipment, machinery, services, and materials availability.

-Conducts supplier site visits and evaluates them as to production capability, performance, delivery, and other key business criteria. May complete supplier certification as part of a technical and/or quality team.

-Purchases parts, equipment, and materials by preparing request for quotations and submitting purchase orders with approved suppliers. Issues purchase orders and agreements that accurately reflect price, schedule, terms, and conditions as negotiated with suppliers. Maintains accurate lead times for assigned commodities.

-Evaluates bids for standard and non-standard items. Selects suppliers for lower cost items or items of limited scope and complexity and negotiates price, delivery, quality and service. Develops alternate sources of supply by identifying and researching prospective suppliers.

-Monitors and evaluates supplier performance. Advises appropriate personnel of impending supplier failure to fulfill contractual agreements that may delay production or delivery.

-Resolves shipment quality discrepancies by mediating supplier/manufacturing issues. Facilitates the resolution of issues by arranging and participating in conferences between suppliers and company personnel.

-Negotiates and settles damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes with suppliers.7. Provides parts, equipment, and materials information by answering questions and requests. Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

-Participates in continuous improvement activities and provides suggestions for cost reduction and improved efficiency.

-Complies with federal, state, and aerospace industry regulations; ensures adherence to requirements and advises management on needed actions. Complies with Government/Commercial Practices Manual (GPM/CPM) policies and procedures.

Qualifications

-Bachelor’s degree Supply Chain management or relevant discipline.

-Minimum five years of experience in the manufacturing industry

-Experience and/or exposure to supply chain concepts and methodologies, and manufacturing through internships or training programs.

-Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.

-Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident [“green card” holders] or have refugee or asylee status).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. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements.(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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