Buyer III

Location : Simi Valley, CA, United States

Job Family : Procurement

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Jul 2, 2024

Job ID : 50250

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Job Title: buyer III

Location:Parker Meggitt (Fire, Safety, and Power Systems Division - Simi Valley, CA

ABOUT PARKER MEGGITT AEROSPACE GROUP

· At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight throughout the aircraft's lifecycle, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise and 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. This global impact is what makes our work at Parker Meggitt so meaningful.

· 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 professional and personal development opportunities. Working with some of the industry's most brilliant minds, 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. This is not just a job but a continuous learning and growth journey.

· At Parker Aerospace Group, our team members belong, matter, and make a difference. We believe that the key to attracting talented new team members is focusing on everyone’s talents and potential rather than the job specification. If you have innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence, we are more than happy to consider you for other roles at Parker that may be a good fit. Your unique perspective and ideas are what we value most.

· Parker Meggitt Simi Valley Fire, Safety, and Power Divisionsite is a fully integrated location with product responsibility from Marketing and Engineering through Supplier Management, Program Management, and Manufacturing, ending with delivery to customers.

· Parker Meggitt Simi Valley Fire, Safety, and Power Divisionis 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.

· Parker Meggitt Simi Valley Fire, Safety, and Power Divisionis also a key supplier in selecting 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.

JOB DESIGNATION

The Buyer III uses expertise for a range of purchasing activities, including pricing and negotiating with suppliers to reach highest quality at best value. Performs complex purchasing activities, while ensuring procurement procedures are in compliance with government laws, regulations and management objectives.

JOB CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

· Performs complex purchasing activities including pricing, volume discounts, negotiating terms and long-term contracts with suppliers, and delivery of goods\services

· Negotiates best terms (price, delivery, and payment terms) with suppliers, while maintaining efficient output of purchase orders, to reach highest quality at best value

· Establishes source selection criteria for evaluation of quotations including target pricing

· Evaluates quotations received from prospective suppliers and makes decisions regarding award of purchase orders

· Implements formal and legal contractual documentation into the purchase orders, encompassing all corporate and government requirements

· Resolves discrepancies between purchase order requirements and supplier performance

· Ensures compliance to government laws, regulations and procurement policies and procedures

· Identifies problem areas, initiates corrective action and establishes problem resolution dates in a timely manner

· Maintains current and accurate purchase order data in the purchasing system (e.g. delivery dates, pricing, change orders)

· Other responsibilities as assigned

· Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance

· Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education:(REQUIRED) Bachelor’s degreeis required

Years Experience:5-7 years of experience in supply chain, buyer, or procurement.

Experience:

· Knowledge of the principles and practices of Procurement in aerospace/manufacturing environment

· Demonstrated ability to write specifications, prepare bid documents, handle bidding process and analyze all bid results

· Strong experience negotiating license contracts with a track record of success

· Solves complex problems and exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), with ability to drive tasks to completion

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools

· A solid understanding of capacity planning and management, including Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), work scheduling techniques and inventory management (SAP experience a plus)

WORK AUTHORIZATION: This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business considerations. Pay Range: $94,554 - $123,600 - $152,647

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Health and Wellbeing:

· Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.

· Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.

· Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.

· On-site facilities: cafeteria with a wide array of food options, mini-mart, and vending machines.

· Participation in health and emotional well-being challenges with rewards.

Financial Security and Growth:

· Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.

· Retirement benefits: 401(k) with company match opportunity.

· Income Protection, Life Insurance, Accidental Life and dismemberment Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance.

Work-Life Balance and Flexibility:

· Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours, plus up to 13 paid holidays, including a company-wide shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s.

· Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.

· Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.

Career Advancement and Education:

· Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program.

Parker Purpose Opportunities:

· Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.

· Volunteering day off and social committee activities throughout the year.

Additional Benefits:

· Employee Perkz on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.)

· Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000)

· Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.

Employment Opportunity (EN-USA): 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. Howe,ver, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accordance with U.S. import & and export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”).If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights-ScreenRdr.pdf) and Genetic Information Discrimination (https://www.eeoc.gov/genetic-information-discrimination)

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.