Buyer I - Defense Systems Division at Parker Hannifin in Irvine, CA

Summary: Parker Hannifin's Defense Systems Division, part of the Parker Aerospace Group, develops thermal management systems, ammunition handling systems, sensors, and other defense products. The Buyer I performs procurement of commercial off-the-shelf items, services, supplies, and materials, manages supplier relationships and purchase orders, supports negotiations and pricing, and provides purchasing and administrative support.

Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the procurement of COTS, services, supplies, and other materials required for the functional operation and performance of the company as assigned
- Process request for quotes to provide data for either MDSI bid preparation or buyer price justification (Cost analysis justification can be used in lieu of Price analysis)
- Ensure an adequate supply base exists to meet MDSI’s anticipated procurements
- Add new sources as required, while maintaining a good business relationship with existing, qualified sources
- Review weekly (as a minimum) the status of all open purchase orders under their responsibility, to insure on-time delivery of all purchases
- Communicate exceptions to the applicable planner or requester and the Purchasing Supervisor
- Communicate to the Purchasing Supervisor significant changes to their supplier’s status as to financial stability, delivery/quality performance and pricing of parts/services
- Procure parts at prices consistent with MDSI bid prices used (if they exist) in our proposals to our customers. Notify the appropriate MDSI Contract Administrator/Program Manager and Purchasing Supervisor of any exceptions as spelled out in the governing procedures and instructions
- Process authorized purchase requisitions in the time frame required by the Purchasing Supervisor/Manager. Communicate exceptions as required
- Provides complete and accurate status reports on request
- Approves supplier invoice exceptions for payment by the accounting department in accordance with governing procedures and instructions
- Coordinates and makes the necessary arrangements for processing discrepant supplied items and material and may make the disposition on rejected items

Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S./BSc) from four-year College or university
- 1 to 2 years related experience and/or training
- The Purchasing department is a fast-paced environment and requires a high level of organizational skills, efficient use of time, the ability to perform under pressure, manage multiple projects, and continually meet deadlines
- Should be familiar with UCC/FAR and DFAR requirements
- Requires knowledge of purchasing processes, policies, procedures and an understanding of manufacturing processes
- Direct experience in procurement of repair services, facility maintenance, operations, machined parts, MIL-SPEC hardware, calibration and metal finishes required
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Have the ability to write routine reports, correspondence and the ability to speak effectively before groups of internal customers or other employees of the organization
- This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements

Preferred Qualifications:
- APICS or ISM coursework desired
- Experience in aerospace/defense manufacturing environment desired
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications desired

Required Skills: Procurement, Purchasing Processes, UCC/FAR and DFAR Requirements, Aerospace/Defense Manufacturing, Repair Services Procurement, Facility Maintenance Procurement, Machined Parts Procurement, MIL-SPEC Hardware Procurement, Calibration Procurement, Metal Finishes Procurement, Engineering Drawing and Specification Interpretation

Benefits: Participation in Annual Incentive Program, 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., Paid parental leave., Short and long-term disability programs., Adoption assistance., A Care.com membership., Financial planning assistance 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.