Supply Chain Buyer & Production Planner

About Us Engineered Polymer Systems (EPS) Division designs and manufactures engineered elastomeric, polymeric and plastic seals and sealing systems for dynamic applications. Our commitment to developing world‑class materials that meet or exceed industry specifications allows our customers to focus on equipment design. Position Summary Buyer/Planner responsibilities include but are not limited to: Managing Parker procurement of materials and services to support quality, delivery and cost requirements. Ensuring timely acquisitions of product or service from known sources of supply. Planning, scheduling and monitoring the efficient movement of materials through the production cycle to ensure the shipment of products as scheduled to maximize on time delivery. Resolving issues in the areas of requisition accuracy and completeness, on‑time delivery and supplier payment. Maximize inventory turns while minimizing cost of freight, cost of quality and lead time. Essential Functions 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. Plans, schedules, and manages production capacity load to ensure maximum on‑time delivery. Responsible for maintenance and accuracy of open purchase orders, quotes, work orders and part master data. Maintains accurate lead times for assigned commodities. Monitors and evaluates production execution to plan and supplier performance. Advises appropriate personnel of production issues or impending supplier failure to fulfill contractual agreements that may delay production or delivery. Resolves shipment quality discrepancies by mediating supplier/manufacturing issues. Facilitates the resolution of issues 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. Provides parts, equipment, and materials information by answering questions and requests. Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. Maintains a variety of schedules, records, and reports pertaining to the tracking of materials through the production cycle and availability of production resources. Assists in executing requisite system transactions needed to support the receipt, storage and transferring of material. Responsible for inventory levels. Generates tracking reports and performs data entry as required. Participates in continuous improvement activities and provides suggestions for cost reduction and efficiency improvements. Participates in developing alternate sources of supply by identifying and researching prospective suppliers. Participates in supplier site visits and evaluates them as to production capability, performance, delivery, and other key business criteria. May complete supplier certification as part of a technical and/or quality team. 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. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a relevant discipline. Minimum of three years’ experience as a Buyer and Planner in the manufacturing industry. Experience and/or exposure to supply chain concepts and methodologies, and manufacturing through internships or training programs. Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts. Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprise principles and practices. This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The incumbent must be either a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (“green card” holders), or have refugee or asylee status. Equal Employment Opportunity Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affiliated Party 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. (Alternative Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor) #J-18808-Ljbffr