Position Summary Position manages the daily activities of the procurement of raw materials, parts, equipment and operating supplies required for production of the Division's products. Responsible for embracing and driving lean enterprise systems throughout the procurement process.
The Sourcing/Commodity Manager will be responsible for providing ongoing commodity market analysis and sourcing analysis.
Responsibilities- Manages the activities of the Division's purchases of raw materials, supplies, equipment or services.
- Identifies 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.
- Promotes and uses strategic suppliers. Interviews, selects and negotiates with suppliers in response to material requirements/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.
- Develops crisis management and supplier backup contingency 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 Education and experience at a professional level typically acquired through a B.A. /B.S. degree in a related technical or business discipline required, and four or more years of directly related experience and demonstrated ability to perform in the described role and responsibilities and obtain the desired results.
Substantial practical knowledge and understanding of products, manufacturing processes, and/or specialty areas in quality or operations support, including applicable information systems and reports (e.g. MRP or other planning/execution systems). General knowledge of business and government regulations (e.g. manufacturing specifications, FAA, safety).
Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills in producing results and meeting organizational objectives. Capable of assessing and developing individual and team skills and capabilities. Able to create and maintain enthusiasm for new and challenging goals. Serve as a role model by promoting new ideas and positive change.
Additional Comments:The essential functions have been provided as examples 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 descript
Conditions of Employment This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule 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 13 Company-Paid Holidays.
