Materials Buyer - MRO

Parker Hannifin Corporation
United States, Ohio, Ravenna
4700 Loomis Parkway (Show on map)
Oct 23, 2025
Job Description Apply Now > Save Job Job Saved Position Summary The Materials Buyer plays a critical role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of both direct and indirect materials to support our high-volume, three-shift plastics manufacturing operation. The Buyer applies sound purchasing principles and supply chain best practices to maintain seamless material flow, minimize production disruptions, and contribute to overall operational excellence. This position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams including Material Planning, Production, Shipping/Receiving, and Supplier Management, within a fast-paced, closely supervised environment. Please note: Parker Hannifin does not provide company-sponsored relocation or visa sponsorship for this position. Key Responsibilities Identifies and recommends suppliers by investigating potential suppliers, researching parts, equipment, machinery, services, and materials availability. Purchases parts, equipment, and materials by preparing request for quotations and submitting purchase orders with approved suppliers. Issues purchase orders and agreements that accurately reflect price, schedule, terms, and conditions as negotiated with suppliers. Maintains accurate lead times for assigned commodities. Evaluates bids for standard and non-standard items. Selects suppliers for lower cost items or items of limited scope and complexity and negotiates price, delivery, quality and service. Develops alternate sources of supply by identifying and researching prospective suppliers. Monitors and evaluates supplier performance. Advises appropriate personnel of impending supplier failure to fulfill contractual agreements that may delay production or delivery. Resolves shipment quality discrepancies by mediating supplier/manufacturing issues. Facilitates the resolution of issues by arranging and participating in conferences between suppliers and company personnel. Negotiates and settles damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes with suppliers. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Materials Management, Engineering, or related field required. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a 3-shift manufacturing environment. Proven commitment to Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement culture. Preferred Qualifications Experience and/or exposure to supply chain concepts and methodologies, and manufacturing through internships or training programs. 1 to 3 years of experience in inventory management, production control, or purchasing within a manufacturing environment preferred. Strong analytical and technical aptitude, with proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros) and ERP/MRP systems. Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with internal teams and external suppliers. Self-starter with strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 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") If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants \| U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission 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.