Materials Manager - Planning (Aerospace) experienced Location : ELYRIA, OH, United States Job Family : Supply Chain/Logistics Job Type : Regular Posted : Feb 5, 2025 Job ID : 54333 Back to Search Results Job Description Apply Now > Save JobJob Saved About Parker: 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: Provide leadership of Supply Chain Management activities for the plant location(s) in order to maximize favorable impact on our Annual Incentive Program metrics. Supply Chain Management activities include materials planning; scheduling; inventory control; cash flow management; information flow and coordination and asset management. This is an on-site, leadership position in Elyria, Ohio. Responsibilities: + Work with suppliers, business unit managers, purchasing, production planners, I/T and other appropriate resources to strategically plan and coordinate the flow of materials and information from customers through procurement to delivery. Provide direct leadership and/or management of Planning functions for the Elyria Site + Lead and manage all procurement and materials management activities including order placement, supplier reduction/evaluation/certification, supplier follow-up, price negotiation and compliance with government procurement regulations. + Matrix responsibilities for Production Planning's manufacturing resource-planning activities. These activities need to help achieve division sales and RONA objectives and maintain 100% on-time customer deliveries. Matrix responsibilities for personnel involved with the MRP database to achieve and maintain a high degree of data accuracy, integrity, and ownership. + Monitors shipping/receiving performance and investigates discrepancies to resolve/eliminate process deficiencies + Utilize corporate developed tracking systems such as PHconnect, PFEP (plan for every part), and S& OP (sales and operations)- Accountable for location(s) materials metrics and Standards of Performance. + Help define and implement automated systems to plan and track material flow from customers through procurement to delivery to support a supply chain management strategy. + Ensure all the location(s) material management policies are consistent with the inventory control objectives of the Corporation. + Work closely with divisional materials personnel to maintain continuity with purchasing and supplier management processes + Facilitate corporate purchasing and materials initiatives including common part numbers, supplier managed inventory, consolidated purchasing agreements, supplier reduction and supplier quality certifications. + Advise on supplier-managed inventory or supplier-based contracts with customers. + Support internal or external audit requirements relative to the planning, procurement or inventory control functions. + Prepare and manage department budget within established guidelines. + Effectively create and sustain procurement to delivery material and system cost reduction programs. + Provide professional development for all materials team members. Explain and support company policies and procedures. + Benchmark world class supplier management systems and implement best practices as appropriate. + Actively support and implement lean and high-performance team principles within the site. + Facilitate kanban, materials requirement planning technique, throughout division. Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree in supply chain, materials management, engineering, or equivalent business management required with certification in materials management and quality preferred + Minimum of 5 years applicable purchasing/materials management experience in a world-class, high volume manufacturing environment. + Extensive managerial experience in state-of-the-art materials management systems including supply chain management, cash flow and asset management, JIT, MRPII, cellular manufacturing and with APICS/CPM certification preferred. + 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. + Working knowledge of Microsoft PC software (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing, databases and presentations). Additional Comments: The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position. Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer a competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes: Health and Wellbeing: + Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts. + Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums. + Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support. + On-site facilities: cafeteria with a wide array of food options, mini mart, and vending machines. + Participation in health and emotional wellbeing challenges with rewards. Financial Security and Growth: + Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan. + Retirement benefits: 401(k) with company match opportunity. + Income Protection, Life Insurance, Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance. Work-Life Balance and Flexibility: + Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours, plus up to 13 paid holidays including a company-wide shut down between Christmas and New Year’s. + Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions. + Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth. Career Advancement and Education: + Career development opportunities with up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year. + Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program. Parker Purpose Opportunities: + Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. + Volunteering day off and social committee activities throughout the year. Additional Benefits: + Employee Perks 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. 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. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required for all positions, and certain positions may require specific types of legal work authorizations. 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 http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc\_self\_print\_poster.pdf orhttp://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc\_gina\_supplement.pdf *This position is subject to meeting U.S. Export Compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. 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.