Sr. Subcontract Procurement Specialist

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 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. Sr. Subcontract Procurement Specialist A century of winning contracts and enhancing careers is what Nichols Airborne, a division of Parker Hannifin is all about.  We are a proud Fortune 300 company and leader in aerospace design and motion control engineering. 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 team members share in the success which results from that growth. We have an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Subcontract Procurement Specialist at our Devens, MA facility The successful candidate will have strong cross-functional communication skills, solid negotiation abilities, and good analytical problem solving aptitude.  The Sr. Subcontract Procurement Specialist will guide other Sr. Buyers and Purchasing Specialist on specific programs. Will monitor and manage suppliers’ performance as well as identifying and recommending potential suppliers.  Demonstrated experience in procurement of electronic and mechanical components and assemblies is a must.  Additionally, the candidate shall possess a working knowledge of MRP in a production environment.  Familiarity with FARS and DFARS is highly desired.  The successful candidate will have a results driven attitude and commitment to the assigned program objectives. Position requirements include Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technical, or related discipline. Experience in Procurement of electronic and mechanical components and assemblies as well as a minimum of three years supporting new product development.  Moderate travel. We offer a competitive starting salary, a comprehensive flexible benefits program, a matched 401 (k) plan, profit sharing bonus program and retirement income plan.  We also offer a flexible development and results-oriented, team-based environment.  We are an Equal opportunity/AA Employer.  Due to the nature of our business and related federal laws and regulations regarding government sales, US Citizenship or Permanent Residence (Green Card) is required.