Sourcing Specialist

Sourcing Specialist

Location : Ravenna, OH, United States

Job Family : Procurement

Job Type : Regular

Parker Hannifins Parflex Division is looking for a Sourcing Specialist. When you join Parker Hannifins Parflex Division, youre not just working on hoses and tubing youre helping power the systems behind some of the most important vehicles, machines, and technologies in the world. From under the hood of U.S. military trucks like the JLTV and HEMTT, to inside the wings of the F-35 fighter jet and C-130 Hercules, our thermoplastic and fluoropolymer hose products are trusted in the worlds most demanding applications. Youll also find Parker Parflex products supporting wind farms, solar fields, food production plants, and next-generation hydrogen vehicles. Whether its helping to land a Black Hawk helicopter safely or making sure air brake systems on semi-trucks perform in any weather, our team builds solutions that keep America moving, protected, and growing. Parflex is part of Parkers North American Hose Products Group, a global leader in motion and control technologies for over 100 years. At our facility, we focus on innovation, safety, and purpose-driven work. We offer stability, great benefits, and the satisfaction of building parts that truly make a difference.

What We Offer :

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative work environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Position Summary :

This position supports individual sourcing projects and / or a set of assigned commodities by applying best practices, procurement tools, and negotiation skills. The role assists with contract execution and implementation and participates in supplier reviews for assigned contracts. The Sourcing Specialist works collaboratively and proactively to identify process, sourcing, and contract improvement opportunities.

Scope / Supervision and Interaction :

Supervisory responsibilities may be assigned as business needs evolve. This position directly reports to Division Sourcing and Procurement Manager.

Note : This position is not eligible for consideration for Company assistance related to work visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.

Responsibilities :

Identifies and recommends suppliers by investigating potential suppliers, researching parts, equipment, machinery, services, and materials availability, prepares statements of work for items proposed for procurement.

May assist with supplier negotiations on new procurements or changes to existing purchase orders.

Develops potential bidders lists and formal requests for quotation or proposal.

Conducts supplier site visits and evaluates them as to production capability, performance, delivery, and other key business criteria.

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.

Monitors and evaluates supplier performance. Determines and implements corrective actions to resolve impending supplier failure to fulfill contractual agreements that may delay production or delivery.

Applies continuous improvement techniques and methods to internal processes and systems. Develops, coordinates, and implements improvement initiatives with key suppliers.

Recommends actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analysis. Analyzes proposed changes in methods and materials.

Qualifications :

Required :

Education : 4 Year Degree, Supply Chain Management, or related field; CPM or APICS certification desired.

Experience : 5 7 years of increasingly responsible, related experience; exposure to supply chain concepts and manufacturing through internships or training programs is a plus.

Domain knowledge : Thorough understanding of purchasing and negotiating methods; industry practices; general business operations and policies; and legal / regulatory requirements related to procurement.

Systems and technical skills : Proficient with standard business applications and specialized purchasing / materials systems (e.g., EDI, MRP); strong computer skills with the analytical / technical ability to identify and recommend automation opportunities.

Continuous improvement and execution : Ability to assess and implement continuous improvement principles; establish goals and objectives; and complete projects effectively.

Analytical, communication, and negotiation : Skilled at problem definition, data collection, analysis, and drawing valid conclusions; effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication with suppliers, teams, and leadership; able to handle significant inquiries / complaints and negotiate best prices and terms.

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.