Buyer

PARKER HANNIFIN CORPORATION • Kalamazoo, MI • 9h ago

Job Description

Apply Now >

Save Job Job Saved

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.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. Primary Essential Function The Buyer is responsible for commodities or assignments requiring application of basic purchasing principles, theories and concepts. The Buyer ensures timely acquisitions of product or service from known sources of supply. Additionally, the Buyer may resolve issues in the areas of requisition accuracy and completeness, on-time delivery or supplier payment functioning in a closely supervised environment Responsibilities

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. 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

4-year college degree Supply Chain management or relevant discipline.

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 pr

Similar Jobs

Shift Lead

Walgreens • Kalamazoo, MI • 8h ago

Retail & Hospitality

Job Description: Opens and closes the store in the absence of store management, including all required systems start-ups, required cash handling, and ensuring the floor and stock room are ready for the business day. Resp...

8h ago

Go to Apply

Retail Shortage Control - Part Time

Burlington • Kalamazoo, MI • 8h ago

Retail & Hospitality

Join our team as a Shortage Control Associate and contribute to a secure shopping environment while delivering exceptional customer service! As a Shortage Control Associate (SCA), your role directly impacts the store's s...

8h ago

Go to Apply

Retail Front End Supervisor - Full-Time

Burlington • Portage, MI • 8h ago

Retail & Hospitality

At Burlington, we embrace the many facets of diversity that strengthen our communities where we live and work every day. If you want to grow your retail career with a caring and inclusive organization, come join us as a...

8h ago

Go to Apply

Retail Store Closing Lead - Part-Time

Burlington • Kalamazoo, MI • 8h ago

Retail & Hospitality

If you want an exciting job with one of the largest off-price retail stores in the nation, join the Burlington Stores, Inc. as a Retail Store Closing Lead! The Retail Store Closing Lead is the visible leader on the sales...

8h ago

Go to Apply

Planner/Buyer FSC

PARKER HANNIFIN CORPORATION • Otsego, MI • 9h ago

Retail & Hospitality

Job Description Apply Now > Save Job Job Saved The Planner/Buyer is responsible for commodities or assignments requiring application of basic purchasing principles, theories and concepts. The Planner/Buyer ensures tim...

9h ago

Go to Apply

barista - Store# 49793, WESTNEDGE & RUTH

Starbucks • Portage, MI • 19h ago

Retail & Hospitality

Crafting the world's finest coffee, one meaningful moment at a time We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. Every shift is a chance to brighten someone's day. Whethe...

19h ago

Go to Apply

Associate Team Leader

Specialized Staffing Solutions • Decatur, MI • 1d ago

Retail & Hospitality

Associate Team Leader - Decatur, MI 1st Shift, Mon-Thurs, $21.25+/Hour Based On Experience Job Duties: Provide training and guidance to the employees within the assigned department or team. Act as Production Backup when...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Cleaning- Perrigo Facilities: $16.00- $21.00 (Janitorial)

Enviro-Clean • Allegan, MI • 2d ago

Retail & Hospitality

Cleaning- Perrigo Facilities: $16.00- $21.00 (Janitorial) Allegan, MI, United States of America $16.00 - $21.00 Back Apply Now Back Apply Now Overview Job Skills / Requirements Join Our Team at Perrigo Facilities! Lookin...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Cleaning- Plainwell Community Schools: $17.00 (Janitorial)

Enviro-Clean • Plainwell, MI • 2d ago

Retail & Hospitality

Cleaning- Plainwell Community Schools: $17.00 (Janitorial) Plainwell, MI, United States of America $17.00 - $17.00 Back Apply Now Back Apply Now Overview Job Skills / Requirements Join Our Team at Plainwell Community Sch...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Retail Stocking Associate

Harbor Freight Tools • Battle Creek, MI • 2d ago

Retail & Hospitality

172766BRPosting Title:Retail Stocking AssociateJob Description: A Retail Stocking Associate (part-time) is a valued member of a high performing team who is empowered & equipped to do their job. You will know why your...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.