Contracts Administration Specialist - 8414 A&F

Job Category: Aerospace/Aviation/Defense Relevant Work Experience: 7+ to 10 Years Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Company: Parker Hannifin Reference Code: AFD 8414 J19F Parker Hannifin Corporation is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer. With annual sales of more than $10 billion, Parker provides systematic, precision-engineered solutions for a wide variety of commercial, mobile, industrial and aerospace markets. Parker has more than 57,000 employees in 43 countries around the world. Contracts Administration Specialist - 8414 A&F Parker Aerospace, Air & Fuel is a 700-person division of Parker Aerospace, operating segment of Parker Hannifin Corporation, a $10 Billion/yr. International corporation. We are a leading, world-class supplier of aircraft fuel systems, fuel valves and devices, and pneumatic valves. Our mix of products and military and commercial customers has given us enviable stability and financial strength. Our culture values innovation and people with a common sense of integrity in their work which is why our business continues to grow. We continue to provide unmatched performance for our customers and shareholders. Best of all, our employees share in the success which results from that growth. Contracts Administrator Specialist – 8414 A&F Position SummarySeeking a contracts professional to perform contract administration of sales orders in excess of $12 million annually.  Manage day-to-day sales order administration activities.  Prepare sales forecasts.  Prepare proposals and conduct negotiations. Duties will include, but not limited to:  Administers contacts for complex products and systems to ensure fulfillment of contractual fiscal and performance obligations. Defines requirements, generates proposals, monitors performance, negotiates pricing and terms, and ensures compliance with contract requirements.  Determines customer requirements for major, long-term contracts and new products and/or systems (e.g. proposals that include engineering design and system hardware). Responsibilities 1. Prepare the Original and Mid-Year Sales Forecast.2. Administer sales orders in accordance with the GPM and AFD Operating Procedures.3. Prepare proposals, review/recommend contract terms, develop negotiation strategies and conduct negotiations.4. Interface with Group and other Divisions on legal/contractual issues for common customers.5. Ensure contractual compliance on all programs including delivery and quality performance. Requirements Bachelors degree (BA) in Business Administration, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience which has provided both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field. Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through eight or more years of related experience. Knowledgeable of the POPS order entry system, AMAPS MRP system and Data Warehouse. Proficient in the use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Project. Effective leadership and project management skills. Strong written and verbal communications skills. Skillful in creating and conducting formal presentations to management and customers. Able to develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers. Equal opportunity/Affirmative action employerU.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident status required