Division Materials Planning Manager

Division Materials Manager

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.

Parker Meggitt, a recent addition to Parker Hannifin, is a global leader in the Commercial and Military Aerospace markets, specializing in a wide range of products including fire and smoke detection systems, extinguishing systems, bleed air overheat detection systems, actuators, rudder pedal assemblies, pumps, fuel gauging systems, and high-temperature cables. Located in Simi Valley, CA, this site is within the Fire Safety & Power Systems Division (FSPSD) and is a key supplier in select energy markets, particularly in nuclear gas analyzers and nuclear containment vessel penetration cables. We work directly with some of the largest aerospace companies in the world, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin, among others.

Position Summary:

Division Materials Manager will provide leadership of Materials Management activities for the division in support of the Parker WIN Strategy. Will develop and execute strategies within a lean enterprise environment concentrating on people, organization, process and information technology.

Responsibilities:

This role is responsible for the materials management for the entire division, large site, or numerous value streams. Position will report to the Division Supply Chain Manager. Will lead materials management team members. Work with suppliers, business units, procurement, planners, I/T and other appropriate resources to strategically plan and coordinate the flow of materials and information from customers through order fulfillment. Matrix management responsibilities with business units and support groups for planning, logistics, shipping, receiving and inventory functions.

Essential Functions:

• Promote and foster safe work environment
• Manages overall strategic planning practices
• Implements a lean approach to materials management including material flow and inventory control
• Completes demand forecasting and supply planning to ensure the availability of all materials and products at minimum cost
• Ensure PFEP & capacity planning activities to support division performance
• Analyzes inventories and develops and executes plans to balance Inventory % of Sales and optimize customer service
• Collaborates with business partners to optimize customer experience by utilizing buying and reselling strategies and warehouse management
• Establishes and implements standard re-order and delivery procedures
• Balances supply with demand through Sales and Operations Planning implementation and execution with the minimum amount of Parker's capacity
• Utilizes forecasting tools to create effective demand management processes
• Employs data analysis and information technology to improve division performance
• Responsible for part data accuracy (item master)
• Create development plans for materials management team members and ensure talent pipeline is in place for key functions

Qualifications:

• Analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities
• Demonstrated proficiency in MRP, Microsoft Programs
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts
• Understanding of lean enterprise principles and practices

Education & Experience:

• Education requirement: Must have Bachelor's Degree (4 Year) in Supply Chain or Operations Management, Business, Engineering or Other.
• Advanced Degree such as MBA preferred
• Minimum of 6 8+ years applicable experience in materials management, supply chain or operations
• Professional Certification APICS or ISM preferred
• Supply Chain Training Program such as Parker Executive Development Program preferred

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.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

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:

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $140,915 to $246,685 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

• 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.

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.