Buyer I Location : Danville, KY, United States Job Family : Procurement Job Type : Regular Posted : May 2, 2025 Job ID : 54790 Back to Search Results Job Description Apply Now > Save JobJob Saved Parker Aerospace, an operating segment of Parker Hannifin Corporation, is one of the world’s leading producers of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, and engine systems and components for the aerospace industry. We design and build equipment for virtually every aircraft and aero engine being produced in the world today. In addition to game-changing technology, our customers look to us for shorter lead times, lower costs, higher reliability, and lifetime support. All coupled with the positive attitude and innovative thinking of a true business partner. Parker Aerospace provides unmatched performance for both our customers and shareholders, built on a foundation of core company values. As a result, our business growth is impressive and consistent. Best of all, our team members share in the success resulting from that growth. Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including: • Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. • 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay • Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay • Career development and tuition reimbursement • Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you. • Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates. • Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays. The Buyer is responsible for the purchase of materials, supplies, equipment and services necessary to support production and plant operations as economically and efficiently as possible. Responsibilities Process purchase requisitions into purchase orders in a timely manner and ensuring accurate information is included in the purchase order. Responsible for commodity delivery and quality performance, including obtaining accurate delivery information from suppliers. Direct solicitation from suppliers using a formal inquiry format, incorporating all necessary information required for seller’s quotations. Evaluate quotations received from prospective suppliers and make a decision regarding award of purchase order. Negotiate with selected suppliers, to obtain the lowers unit cost. Implement formal and legal contractual documentation into the purchase order, encompassing all corporate and government requirements. Identify problem areas and initiate corrective action and establish problem resolution dates. Maintain compliance with all corporate and divisional procurement policies and procedures as contained within the corporate Standard Practice Letters and Procurement Manual Instructions. Provide regular and periodic reporting in areas of responsibility as directed by management Qualifications Education: Bachelor Degree in Business or Engineering required Years’ Experience: Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Buyer/Expeditor or Material Planner Skills: • SAP experience desirable • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) with ability to drive tasks to completion • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools 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 accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”) 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. This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.