Contract Management Leadership Development Associate Location : CLEVELAND, OH, United States Job Family : Program Management Job Type : Regular Posted : Aug 13, 2025 Job ID : 58727 Back to Search Results Job Description Apply Now > Save JobJob Saved 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. The Contract Management Leadership Development Associate (Contract Management LDA) is a role that combines the development aspects of Parker’s Leader Development Program (LDP/Program) with the general duties of a Parker Contract Management Team Member. The Contract Management LDA’s primary duties will involve administering assigned contracts of moderate scope and complexity to ensure fulfillment of contractual obligations, incorporating Program aspects to support decision-making processes that will impact our long-term future. The Program involves a two-year rotation where the Leadership Development Associates (LDAs) will work in a variety of roles, in a competitive training and hands-on leadership program designed to provide knowledge, and experience with using their discretion and independent judgment related to their skillsets to support the business. Leadership training and development experiences throughout the initial two years with the goal to develop skillsets in supervision, team leadership, and management. While in program, rotational assignments are structured to expose participants to coaching/mentoring from other professionals from the organization, different business divisions, facilities, and managers nation-wide. Program details: + Duration: 2 years + Structure: 3 rotational assignments + Rotations' length: 6-12 months each + Relocation requirements: The assignments will likely require relocation. Geographic flexibility is required during the program + Onsite Work SCOPE/SUPERVISION AND INTERACTION: ____ Has Direct Reports __X__ Does Not Have Direct Reports Some contact with applicants. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: In addition to various leadership development activities and tasks related to the Program, the LDA will perform direct responsibilities related to the rotational Contract Administrator assignment, including, but not limited to: + Administer moderately complex contracts by analyzing performance requirements and customer purchase order requirements including those issued against Basic Contract Agreements and/or Long-Term Agreements. + Determine technically and commercially compliant proposal packages of moderate scope and complexity in response to contract or customer requirements. + Evaluate performance requirements, delivery schedules, and estimates of costs of material, equipment, and labor hours. + Initiate the bid process by identifying requirements and coordinating input from other functions such as performance requirements, delivery schedules, and cost estimates. + Develop 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. + Negotiate contracts of moderate scope and complexity in accordance with legal and company regulations and policies. + Negotiate price, terms and conditions, deliveries, and other business issues within scope of responsibility. + Ensure contract provisions are clear and conform to company policy. + Investigate and resolve claims or complaints by collecting and analyzing information. + Coordinate with relevant functions on technical and/or quality issues, data requirements, and other business as applicable. + Monitor contract financial performance and delivery status and determines the need for contract amendments or extensions. + Determine when customer directed changes are out-of-scope. + Act as the point of contact with the customer on assigned contracts and participates in customer presentations. + Support export compliance administration or represent the site or division for implementation of export compliance actions. + Maintain 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). + Comply with federal, state, and aerospace industry regulations; ensures adherence to requirements and advises management on needed actions. + Utilize lean principles to develop and implement standard work. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: The essential functions have been provided as examples 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 all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position. + Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Business Administration or a related discipline. Contract management certification preferred e.g., National Contract Management Association (NCMA); International Association of Commercial Contract Management (IACCM). + 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. + Knowledge of contract administration principles, industry practices, regulations, and policies. Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to contract administration, export control, commercial contracting, and/or government contracting, 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. This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. 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. 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. Competitive Compensation + Pay Range: $60,600/annually to $115,000/annually reflecting variations based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location. + Participation in Annual Incentive Program Benefit & Retirement Plans 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 Company-Paid Holidays. + Relocation benefits as applicable 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. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements. (“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 Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights-ScreenRdr.pdf) and Genetic Information Discrimination (https://www.eeoc.gov/genetic-information-discrimination)