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Division Sourcing & Procurement Manager
Military Flight Controls Division
Irvine, CA
Supporting aircraft worldwide, Parker Aerospace’s Military Flight Controls Division (MFCD) provides primary and secondary flight control systems that make flight possible. Tested, proven, and trusted in commercial and military applications for decades, MFCD provides precise position-control actuation solutions for military aircraft across the United States and with foreign partners. The division’s JetPipe® electrohydraulic servovalve (EHSV) technology is used across commercial and military aircraft around the world. Headquartered in Irvine, California, the Military Flight Controls Division is the global leader in fly-by-wire flight control systems and electrohydraulic products and offers the world's most advanced motor design capabilities for flight controls
POSITION SUMMARY :
Manages the direction and daily activities of the Divisions procurement of raw materials, parts, equipment, and operating supplies required for production of the Divisions products. Responsible for embracing and driving lean enterprises systems throughout the procurement process.
JOB SNAPSHOT
ROLE WILL BE TASKED WITH SETTING FUTURE SOURCING AND PROCUREMENT STRATEGY FOR $250M DIRECT & INDIRECT ANNUAL SPEND.
DEVELOP AND BUILD STRATEGIC RELATIONSHIPS ACROSS A 250 ACTIVE SUPPLIER BASE.
COMMODITY KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE WITH VARIOUS METALS (MAINLY STEEL & STAINLESS STEEL); MACHINED PARTS WITH VARYING COMPLEXITIES (MACHINED PARTS WITH 1-2 YR LTA’s AND 30-50 PAGE DRAWINGS); FORGINGS / CASTINGS.
MANAGE, DEVELOP & MENTOR TEAM OF 7 DIRECT REPORTS.
DAILY INTERACTION WITH DIVISION STAFF, VP’S / GM LEVELS & 11 OTHER DIVISIONS WITHIN THE AEROSPACE GROUP.
FREQUENT EXECUTIVE LEVEL PRESENTATIONS NEEDING EXECUTIVE PRESENCE TO DELINEATING STRATEGY, PROGRESS, CHALLENGES AND STRATEGIC ACTIONS.
GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS & DPAS RATINGS, SECURE GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS A PLUS.
TECHNICAL ENGINEERING BACKGROUND A REQUIRING STRONG ANALYTICAL SKILLS.
STRONG NEGOTIATION SKILLS & ABILITY TO DELIVER MEASURABLE SAVINGS, IMPROVED CASH FLOW IN THE SUPPORT OF CONTINUED DIVISION BUSINESS GROWTH.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Plans and direct the activities of the Division's purchases of raw materials, supplies, equipment, or services.
Identifies raw material requirements from production specifications, operational schedules, and engineering quality requirements.
Determines the most cost-effective and reliable materials needed for the manufacturing process.
Establishes preferred supplier selection criteria based on supplier evaluations of price, quality, delivery, certifications, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations.
Promotes and uses strategic suppliers.
Interviews, selects, and negotiates with suppliers in response to material requirements / cost issues.
Establishes procedures to leverage the company's position.
Ensures purchasing strategy reflects the consistent utilization of local suppliers vs. Group strategic suppliers.
Works with suppliers to develop and manage continuous improvement programs, addressing quality, delivery, service as well as price.
Develop standard / automated re-order procedures. Develop crisis management and supplier backup contingency programs.
Develop and benchmarks best practices among the Divisions suppliers and maintain accurate measurements and records for evaluation of suppliers.
Ensures purchases and capital expenditures are consistent with Division strategies and within department budgets.
Integrated the Division with electronic interfacing throughout the purchasing function.
JOB REQUIREMENTS :
Knowledge of the relevant manufacturing, quality or operations support function that would typically be obtained through a bachelor’s degree in a manufacturing-related business or technical discipline, & eight or more years of progressive experience within the specialty area.
Demonstrated ability to perform the described role and responsibilities and obtain the desired results. Certification or a professional designation in a specialty area may be required or preferred depending on position requirements.
Four or more years of increasing responsibility for leadership within manufacturing operations requiring advanced project planning and team organizational skills.
Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills in producing results and meeting organizational objectives.
Capable of assessing and developing individual and team skills and capabilities.
Able to create and maintain enthusiasm for new and challenging goals.
Serve as a role model by promoting innovative ideas and positive changes.
Thorough understanding of production technology, and / or specialty support areas including broad knowledge of business and regulatory environments and trends.
Keep a pulse on the job market with advanced job matching technology.
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