Commodity Manager

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

About the role

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

The Fire, Safety, and Power Division in Simi Valley, CA is a fully integrated location with product responsibility from Marketing and Engineering, through Supplier Management, Program Management, and Manufacturing ending with delivery to the customers. We are a worldwide leader in multiple Commercial and Military Aerospace product lines including Fire and Smoke Detection and Extinguishing systems, Bleed Air Overheat detection systems, Actuators, Rudder Pedal Assemblies, Pumps, Fuel Gauging Systems, High-Temperature cables, and more. We also supply select Energy markets including Nuclear gas Analyzers and Nuclear containment vessel penetration Cables. We work directly with the largest global aerospace companies including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Lockheed Martin, and many others.

Responsibilities

• Lead all Procurement activities for New Product Introduction (NPI), working closely with Divisional Commodity Leads to enable right-first-time vendor selection in line with Parker terms & expectations (e.g., inventory solution, long-term agreement).
• Lead early supplier involvement (ESI) and supplier selection for NPI programs.
• Responsible for purchase order placement, resolution of technical queries, program management through initial production prior to business as usual handover to Operational Buyers.
• Develop should-cost/price targets and deliver NPI cost-out commitments.
• Lead all Procurement activities in support of gate reviews and program milestone plans.
• Manage Request For Quote (RFQ) activities, including new bids for existing work; work closely with the Divisional Commodity teams to align on any changes to strategy prior to requoting.
• Drive RFQ/RFP processes, negotiate commercial terms, and award business.
• Manage supplier capacity, lead times, PPAP/FAI readiness, and launch execution.
• Provide supply chain support and expertise for Drawing Changes, including supply chain impact assessments, liaising with Operational Buyers to determine impact to vendor, inventory, and work in progress, minimizing cost impact as required.
• Ensure thorough review and impact assessment on customer flow-down requirements to vendors.
• Assist in enhancing the Procurement Excellence of the Operational Buyers, including developing and implementing training plans in accordance with standard work and metrics.
• Support procedures and compliance.
• Support Supplier Development Manager on resolution of chronic supplier issues relating to operational performance.
• Occasional travel to Supplier sites may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or a technical degree.
• 10+ years of experience in a Supply Chain related role in a manufacturing environment, with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Aerospace industry experience is preferred.
• SIOP Experience is a plus.
• Experience with commodities such as raw material, fabrication, electronics, fasteners, machined parts, and low-cost countries.
• Working experience with SAP & MS Excel expertise.
• Familiarity with the overall APICS Body of Knowledge (BOK) as it pertains to planning/procurement.
• Understanding of root cause analysis (RCA) and ability to participate in the process.
• Project Management Skills/certification, ideal but not required.
• In-depth knowledge of MRP logic and standard planning/production workflow.

Benefits

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance with competitive premium costs.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with an annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership, and financial planning assistance at no cost.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Pay

Pay Range: $111,450 to $195,150 annually. Participation in Annual Incentive Program.