Buyer

Buyer

Group: Aerospace Group N. America

Division: Hydraulic Systems Division (HSD)

Location : USA KALAMAZOO MI - ABEX (NEW H

Job Family : Procurement

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Sep 15, 2026

Job ID : 68017

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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

Obtains the best quality, service, and value for products and services through effective bidding, negotiation, and supplier management. Identifies manufacturing needs, identifies, and selects suppliers, negotiates contracts, and arranges delivery. Purchases a high volume and variety of parts, equipment, services, and materials. ** This position requires regular on-site attendance.**

Key Responsibilities

• Identifies and recommends suppliers by investigating potential suppliers, researching parts, equipment, machinery, services, and materials availability. Develops potential bidder list and initiates formal requests for quotation or proposal.

• Conducts supplier site visits and evaluates them as to production capability, performance, delivery, and other key business criteria. May complete supplier certification independently or 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 a variety of moderately complex or technical materials, supplies or services 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 inspections, substitutions, and standardization 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.

• Prepares moderately complex reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. Provides parts, equipment, and materials information by answering questions and requests.

• Applies continuous improvement techniques and methods to internal processes and systems to increase efficiency and customer service and to reduce costs.

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing trade publications, establishing networks, and/or participating in professional associations.

• 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.

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors degree (BA) in Business Administration or a related fieldrequired.

• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired throughtwo or more years of increasingly responsible related purchasing experience.

• Certificate in Purchasing Management (CPM) or APICS desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of purchasing and negotiating methods, principles and concepts.

• Knowledge of industry practices, general business operations, and policies.

• Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement.

• General knowledge of and ability to apply continuous improvement techniques to purchasing and related areas.

• Proficient in standard business application software and specialized purchasing and/or materials systems (e.g. electronic data interface (EDI) or manufacturing resource planning (MRP) systems).

• Ability to work on a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity where analysis of the situation or data requires thorough identification of factors and analysis of impact.

• Ability to work within general work objectives regarding projects and team goals.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies and recommend changes to procedures.

• Ability to effectively communicate and present information to suppliers, team members, team leaders, and top management.

• Ability to respond to significant inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Ability to negotiate effectively to obtain best prices and terms on products, materials, and services.

• Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal-setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.

Typical Mental and Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

• The employee frequently is required to use hands to operate a computer and talk or hear.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

• Also expected of the employee is regular on-site attendance, the ability to work cooperatively and professionally with others and members of the public, and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

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

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 up to 15 Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility):

• Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation week, veteran appreciation, and more!

• The Parker Foundation provides access to donation matching, disaster relief, charitable organization funding, and paid volunteer hours.

Additional Benefits:

• Employee discounts 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.

• A free, on-site, 24-hour Fitness Center available to all active Team Members.

• Grab a bite to eat at the on-site cafeteria that provides a wide array of breakfast, lunch, and snacks. We also have vending machines available during scheduled breaks and lunch periods.

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 may be subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements .

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.

(“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 Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (