Division Supplier Development Manager

Division Supplier Development Manager

Group: Aerospace Group N. America

Division: Braking Systems

Location : USA AKRON OH

Job Family : Supply Chain/Logistics

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Oct 1, 2026

Job ID : 69220

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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.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Division Supplier Development Manager to lead supplier performance improvement, capability development, and risk mitigation across our supply base. The Division Supplier Development Manager will own the Work Transfer Process, drive resolution on chronic shortages and use 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. Responsible for embracing and driving lean enterprises systems throughout the procurement process.

This role is responsible for leading supplier development activities across our global supply base. Will oversee supplier performance improvement initiatives, support supplier readiness and risk mitigation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure suppliers meet expectations for quality, delivery, cost, capacity, and continuous improvement. The position also requires responsibility for coaching and developing supplier development professionals and coordinating supplier engagement strategies across multiple sites or divisions.

Position will directly report to the Division Supply Chain Manager. Will interact with all levels of Division management, including operational, engineering, quality control, marketing, lean, program management and finance. May supervise supplier development personnel and outside contract services. Key supplier and key customer contact required.

Essential Functions

• Coach, mentor, and develop supplier development team members by providing guidance, performance feedback, training support, and growth opportunities to strengthen technical capability, leadership skills, and overall team effectiveness.

• Lead supplier development initiatives to improve supplier quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness, and operational performance.

• Assess supplier capabilities, capacity, manufacturing processes, quality systems, and business risks.

• Develop and execute supplier improvement plans, corrective actions, and performance recovery strategies.

• Partner with procurement, supplier quality, engineering, operations, and program teams to support business objectives.

• Conduct supplier audits, process assessments, and performance reviews.

• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action activities using structured problem-solving tools.

• Monitor supplier KPIs, including on-time delivery, quality performance, cost performance, lead time, and responsiveness.

• Support supplier selection, qualification, onboarding, and ongoing performance management.

• Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar methodologies.

• Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation plans to protect continuity of supply.

• Build strong supplier relationships while holding suppliers accountable to performance expectations.

• Support new product introduction, production readiness, capacity planning, and supplier launch activities.

• Prepare reports and presentations for leadership on supplier performance, risks, and improvement progress.

• Demonstrate strong leadership skills thru engaging suppliers and peers to achieve common goals.

• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% of time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree, preferably in Supply Chain or Operations Management, Business, or Engineering

• Experience working in or with Operations, Quality, Engineering and Manufacturing disciplines a plus. Advanced degree such as MBA preferred

• 7 or more years of increasing leadership responsibility within manufacturing operations requiring advanced project planning and team organizational skills.

• Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent continuous improvement experience.

• Knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949, or similar quality standards.

• Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, control plans, 8D, RCCA, and statistical process control.

• Experience using ERP, supplier management, quality, or business intelligence systems.

• 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

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! Our competitive package includes:

Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

• 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.

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.

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants)