Division Supplier Development Manager

Location: Parker Meggitt (Fire, Safety, and Power Systems Division - Simi Valley, CA

ABOUT PARKER MEGGITT AEROSPACE GROUP

• At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight throughout the aircraft's lifecycle, 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. This global impact is what makes our work at Parker Meggitt so meaningful.
• 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. This is not just a job, it's a journey of continuous learning and growth.
• At Parker, our team members belong, matter, and make a difference. We believe that the key to bringing talented new team members into our organization is by focusing on everyone's talents and potential rather than the job specification. If you have innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence, we are more than happy to consider you for other roles at Parker that may be a good fit. Your unique perspective and ideas are what we value most.
• The Parker Meggitt Simi Valley Fire, Safety, and Power Division site is a fully integrated location with product responsibility from Marketing and Engineering through Supplier Management, Program Management, and Manufacturing, ending with delivery to customers.
• Parker Meggitt is a worldwide leader in multiple Commercial and Military Aerospace product lines, including Fire and Smoke Detection and Extinguishing systems, Bleed Air Overheat detection systems, Actuators, Rudder Pedal Assemblies, Pumps, Fuel Gauging Systems, High-Temperature cables, and more.
• Parker Meggitt - Simi Valley, CA is also a key supplier to select Energy markets, including Nuclear gas Analyzers and Nuclear containment vessel penetration Cables. We work directly with the largest global aerospace companies, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Lockheed Martin, and many others.

JOB DESIGNATION

• The Division Supplier Development Manager manages the Work Transfer Process, resolves chronic shortages, and uses a variety of predictive analytic tools to identify and mitigate risk. This position will collaborate cross-functionally with peers from other divisions and with group leadership. It is responsible for embracing and driving lean enterprise systems throughout the procurement process.
• This role is responsible for the supplier development for the entire division, large site, or numerous value streams.
• The position will directly report to the Division Supply Chain Manager. It will interact with all levels of Division management, including operational, engineering, quality control, marketing, lean, program management, and finance. It may supervise supplier development personnel and outside contract services. Key supplier and key customer contact is required.

JOB CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work collaboratively with division supply chain team to reduce chronic shortages and systematic issues within the supply base.
• Leads Cross Functional HPT to create Work Transfer velocity.
• Provides oversight and leadership to division/contract field resources in support of the objectives of the cross functional HPT.
• Represent the division and collaborate with peers at other divisions and group.
• Proactively work with Division Supply Chain Team to seek out continuous improvement opportunities.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills thru engaging suppliers and peers to achieve common goals.
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of time.
• Collaborates with the business unit or division to establish preferred supplier selection criteria based on evaluations of supplier price, quality, delivery, certifications, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations.
• Works with suppliers to develop and manage continuous improvement programs, addressing quality, delivery, service as well as price.
• Develops and benchmarks best practices among the Divisions suppliers and maintain accurate measurements and records for evaluation of suppliers.

Other responsibilities as assigned

• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
• Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s), and additional hours as necessary

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: A Bachelor's Degree is required (preferred in supply chain or operations management, business, or engineering)

EXPERIENCE:

• Min. 4+ years of increasing leadership responsibility within manufacturing operations requiring advanced project planning and team organizational skills.
• Experience working in or with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing disciplines is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• 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 new ideas and positive change.
• Thorough understanding of production technology, and/or specialty support areas, including broad knowledge of business and regulatory environments and trends
• Ability to research and analyze data effectively
• Ability to gather data, to compile information, and prepare reports
• Good/Strong/Excellence verbal and written communication skills
• Presentation skills
• Ability to influence stakeholders
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Track record of building and maintaining customer/client relationships
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision, in order to meet deadlines
• Strong prioritization skills
• Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business consideraions: pay Range: $110K-$160K (target $150K) plus Annual bonus target: 12.5%

COME JOIN THE PARKER AEROSPACE TEAM! WE ARE PROUD TO OFFER 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 well-being 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 and 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 shutdown 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:

• 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 Perkz 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.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EN-USA): 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. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accordance with U.S. import & and export regulations. ("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 Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination

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.