Buyer

Conditions of Employment This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. Parker Hannifin Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we've enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient. With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation. Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future. Our Purpose - Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow - comes to life through our people‑first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond. By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability. As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow. Are you ready to shape a brighter future? In Motion Systems Group and Pneumatic Division, we play a pivotal role in applications that change our world. We are in almost everything that moves. With our wide range of technologies, we help our customers solve their most complex engineering challenges by living our purpose: enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. We believe that our team members are our key assets and that a diverse workforce is a driving force to bring our purpose to life. We foster a culture where every team member feels safe, included and empowered. We all belong, we all matter, and we all make a difference. We have an exciting opening for a Buyer in Richland, MI. If you are looking for an opportunity to make an impact and grow your career, consider putting your experience in motion at Parker Pneumatic Division (PDN). Here you will find a passionate team built on a winning culture that puts our people and customers first. We are inspired by our purpose of Enabling Engineering Breakthrough that Lead to a Better Tomorrow. The Buyer - Outside Processing will be responsible for managing all aspects of outside processing and reviewing demand triggers to issue jobs in support of production needs. This role will prioritize and expedite supplier orders, work closely with production schedulers, internal fabrication team, and other PDN location teams to minimize assembly shortages. This role will also be responsible for outside process PO management, report generation, and other assorted tasks. Your Main Responsibilities Complete daily Outside Processing tasks Coordinate with Buyers and Fabrication to ensure component availability for outside processing Act as primary contact for matters regarding outside processing PO creation and maintenance (i.e., enter notes, enter tracking information, update delivery dates, etc.) Communicate potential shortages to production scheduler, customer service, and operations Participate in meetings to identify any supply risks and recommend actions to mitigate Generate various reports as needed Allocate parts to customer and/or interplant orders Focus on Parker metrics, including (but not limited to) safety, customer on‑time delivery, supplier OTIF, inventory Identify continuous improvement actions and drive implementation Interact with other functional areas such as quality and engineering Other assorted tasks as needed We are looking for talent with Minimum of 1 to 3 years' experience in supply chain, production planning/scheduling, inventory or operations Focus on outside process (a.k.a. subcontractor vendor) is a plus Basic computer skills with Excel (experience with spreadsheets), web site navigation, email/outlook Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Basic problem solving and experience with Lean Tools/Kaizen Good organization skills, and detail oriented SAP and kanban experience a plus Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule Competitive Compensation 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 Affinititve 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 Drug Tests 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Parker Hannifin Corporation