Commercial Specialist

Job Title: Commercial Specialist

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, 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.

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. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Job Designation

The Commercial Specialist will report to the Commercial Manager and will act as a daily focal point for contract matters, including both commercial and U.S. Government contracts for our aerospace business. Primary responsibilities include managing activities relating to contracts for commercial and military Customers.

Job Core Responsibilities

Under the guidance and supervision of the Commercial Manager, the Commercial Specialist will:

• Manage, oversee and prepare contractual agreements and documents for commercial and U.S. Government Customers in support of:
  
  

(1) Contract review of solicitations, RFIs/RFQs, proposals, agreements, and purchase orders.

(2) Cost and price analysis.

(3) Contract formation, negotiation, interpretation and administration, including validation of FAR and DFARS flow-downs.

(4) Aftermarket arrangements including product support agreements of all types.

• Be involved in Customer negotiations, execution and collaborative contract handover process as part of an integrated cross-functional team;
• Monitor and report on performance against contracts and assists with contract amendments, changes, revenue recognition and financial impacts, and other administrative actions as required.
• Maintain matters in our contract management system including contracts, reports, metrics, claims, and other records.
• Manage contractual matters for Sales and Customer Service Teams in resolving and closing contract action items.
• Effectively communicate to ensure timely resolution of open contract actions items.
• Assist is drafting, monitoring, and maintaining department processes and procedures.
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. Willingness to work additional hours as necessary at month, quarter or annual financial close periods.

Job Required Skills

• One to three years of direct Aerospace contracting experience supporting commercial and U.S. Government Customers in a Contracts role;
• Must have or be able to quickly gain understanding of U.S. Government Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) including but not limited to data rights, commerciality, cost and pricing requirements, cybersecurity and safeguarding unclassified information, small business subcontract plans and government property management.
• Working knowledge of requirements for U.S. Government aftermarket spares and repairs contracts including establishing BOAs and other contracting documents.
• Ability to concurrently work multiple projects within requested deadlines.
• Salesforce ICRM and/or SAP experience strongly desired.
• Understanding of policies & procedures specific to contracting.
• Ability to quickly and easily identify Customer requirements and supplier flow-down requirements.
• Effective communicator, oral and written; strong interpersonal and analytical skills; strong interpersonal skills; adaptable to a variety of business situations; and
• Ability to work within a team and foster teamwork and trust.

Required Education / Certifications

• High School diploma or GED required. Post-Secondary Degree in related field or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations
• Involvement with IACCM and/or World Commerce and Contracting (WCC)

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

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:

• Our benefits start on day 1 of employment! We offer 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.
• Access to multiple dental plan options and vision coverage;
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both Childcare and Healthcare expenses as well as optional Supplemental Medical Benefits;
• Reduced healthcare premiums offered with a wellness incentive credit;
• Company provided Life Insurance;
• Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance. Additional supplemental benefits include legal protection plan, pet insurance coverage options, and identity-theft protection.

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.

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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 http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_gina_supplement.pdf (06/20/2006) (C/O July 2015)

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.