Supplier Performance Specialist, Sr. - Fluid Systems Division

Position Summary

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow.

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.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Sr. Supplier Recovery & Performance Specialist leads complex, high-impact supplier recovery programs and strategic performance initiatives that materially improve customer delivery, quality and cash outcomes. This senior, hands-on leader mobilizes cross-functional teams and external suppliers to eliminate chronic failures, implements scalable prevention programs, and translates performance data into prioritized strategic actions.

The Sr. Specialist owns end-to-end recovery for multi-site or high-revenue disruptions, mentors junior staff, and represents Supplier Performance in executive governance meetings. This role reports to the Supplier Performance Manager and will often be asked to present results and business cases to senior leaders.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Lead end-to-end recovery and performance improvement programs for the most critical suppliers and highest revenue-impact. Conducting deep dives into constraints and guiding suppliers to resolve them.
* Mentor and coach Supplier Recovery Specialists: provide on the job coaching, technical guidance on RCA/CAPA and stakeholder engagement.
* Lead cross functional continuous improvement events with suppliers and internal teams to eliminate systemic root causes.
* This is an extensively supplier facing role and on-site presence is important. As a result, there might be 50% travel
* Will have responsibility for leading supplier recovery and risk mitigation efforts at supplier sites located anywhere in the country.
* Will initiate vendor quality management, improvements including evaluating process capability, tracking delivery, output, and reporting of supplier performance.
* Deploy Supplier Recovery, which may include any combination of assessments, training, quality improvements, delivery improvements, capacity improvement, lead-time reductions.
* Lead in cross functional project teams driving improvements in on-time delivery, volatility, sub-tier management.
* Complete root cause analysis and recommend / implement corrective actions where developed solutions will drive closure of root-cause actions.
* Interface with all levels of the organization, suppliers, and customers regarding supplier performance and improvement actions and processes. Be prepared to report out at executive levels on plans and results.
* Work collaboratively across complex organizational structures to develop and implement systemic solutions as countermeasures to resolve chronic business performance issues.

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 description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor's degree (BA) in Business Administration or related field (finance, law/contract law; program management), and experience which has provided both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field.
* Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through ten or more years of progressive experience in supply chain, supplier quality, procurement, or operations in a manufacturing environment.
* Demonstrated experience leading complex supplier recoveries, CAPA programs and cross functional improvement projects.
* Proven stakeholder management and executive communication skills - comfortable presenting to senior leaders.
* Advanced analytical capability
* Experienced in RCA methodologies (8D, 5 Why), process improvement tools and project management.
* Ability to lead and influence without direct authority and to manage external supplier relationships.
* Willingness and ability to travel frequently to supplier sites (up to 50%+ where required).

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition 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

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $104400 to $174150 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

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 Company-Paid Holidays.
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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