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Contracts Administrator - Experienced (Aerospace)

Location : ELYRIA, OH, United States

Job Family : Program Management

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Nov 20, 2025

Job ID : 61062

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Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Parker has increased its annual dividend per share paid to shareholders for 66 consecutive fiscal years, among the top five longest-running dividend-increase records in the S&P 500 index. Learn more at www.parker.com or @parkerhannifin.

Position Summary:

Administers contracts for products of moderate scope and complexity to ensure fulfillment of contractual obligations. Defines requirements, generates proposals, monitors performance, negotiates pricing and terms, and ensures compliance with contract requirements. This is an Individual contributor role typically reporting to a contract manager or lead position. Has regular interaction with functional team members and related internal teams. Has direct contact with customers.

Essential Functions: The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Administers moderately complex contracts by analyzing performance requirements and customer purchase order requirements including those issued against Basic Contract Agreements and/or Long-Term Agreements. Analyses include performance to delivery schedules, pricing, terms and conditions and other contract provisions.

2. Determines technically and commercially compliant proposal packages of moderate scope and complexity in response to contract or customer requirements. Evaluates performance requirements, delivery schedules, and estimates of costs of material, equipment, and labor hours.

3. Initiates the bid process by identifying requirements and coordinating input from other functions such as performance requirements, delivery schedules, and cost estimates. Develops responses to moderately complex requests for proposal (RFP) by reviewing bid process procedures, reviewing material, test and other requirements, and preparing appropriate responses. Prepares and submits proposals.

4. Negotiates contracts of moderate scope and complexity in accordance with legal and company regulations and policies. Negotiates price, terms and conditions, deliveries, and other business issues within scope of responsibility. Ensures contract provisions are clear and conform to company policy.

5. Investigates and resolves claims or complaints by collecting and analyzing information. Coordinates with relevant functions on technical and/or quality issues, data requirements, and other business as applicable.

6. Monitors contract financial performance and delivery status and determines the need for contract amendments or extensions. Determines when customer directed changes are out-of-scope.

7. Acts as the point of contact with the customer on assigned contracts and participates in customer presentations.

8. Supports export compliance administration or represent the site or division for implementation of export compliance actions.

9. Maintains current professional and technical knowledge and may participate in professional associations (e.g., the National Contract Management Association (NCMA or the International Association of Commercial Contract Management).

10. Complies with federal, state, and aerospace industry regulations; ensures adherence to requirements and advises management on needed actions.

11. Utilizes lean principles to develop and implement standard work.

12. Actively participates on a natural and/or cross functional high performance team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Business Administration or a related discipline. Contract management certification preferred or in process is preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through two or more years of experience in contract administration or a directly related field. Prior Aerospace experience desired.

• Knowledge of contract administration principles, industry practices, regulations, and policies. Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to contract administration and government procurement, if applicable.

• Maintains a thorough knowledge of corporate and division policies and administrative procedures.

• Proficient in the uses of standard business applications software and specialized in-house and customer systems.

• Ability to work within general work objectives regarding projects and team goals.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies and moderately complex contract terms and conditions, and recommend changes to procedures.

• Ability to respond to significant inquires or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

• Ability to effectively negotiate contracts to obtain the best prices and most favorable terms and conditions for follow-on requirements.

• Ability to effectively communicate and present information to team members, team leaders, and top management.

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.

+ 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.

Financial Security and Growth:

+ Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.

+ Retirement benefits: 401(k) with a 5% matching contribution with immediate vesting in addition to a 3% Retirement Income Account match per year (3 year vesting period).

+ Complimentary financial planning services available through EY

Work-Life Balance and Flexibility:

+ Generous paid time off plus up to 13 paid holidays including a company-wide shut down between Christmas and New Year’s.

+ We believe in the importance of work-life integration and support an optional 9/80 Alternative Work Schedule (AWS).

+ 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 marriage and birth.

Career Advancement and Education:

+ Career development opportunities with up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year through our Education Reimbursement program.

Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility) :

+ Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.

+ Volunteering day off and social committee activities throughout the year.

Additional Benefits:

+ Employee Perks 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

+ Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.

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 .

Additional Comments: The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

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/Permanent Resident is required for most positions. (“Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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)