Strategic Procurement Specialist Group: Fluid Connectors Group Europe Division: Instrumentation Products Europe (IPDE) Location : GBR Barnstaple Job Family : Supply Chain/Logistics Job Type : Regular Posted : Feb 5, 2026 Job ID : 62349 Back to Search Results Job Description Apply Now > Save JobJob Saved Are you ready to shape a brighter future? At Parker, we play a pivotal role in applications that change our world. We are in almost everything that moves. With our wide range of technologies, including in the clean tech space, we help our customers solve their most complex engineering challenges. We believe that the future belongs to those with vision. That’s why we’re seeking team players who share our purpose of enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Is that you? Working at Parker means belonging to a passionate, dynamic and innovative team, empowered to make a difference. We are seeking a Strategic Procurement Specialist to effectively enact on strategic procurement policies and procedures. Your responsibilities + To ensure we have a robust supply base that meets it’s needs in support of; customer service, profitable growth and improved financial performance. + Effective procurement and partnership with suppliers, reduce waste and naturally develop a ‘customer led’ organisation are the keys to success in this role. + Negotiation and management of all supplier contracts (new + renewals) ensuring 80% spend (inventory items) are covered under a Parker NPA. + Ensure adherence to corporate procedures and ensure adequate standard work procedures are in place at local level to meet these needs. + Update and review supply chain improvement board. + Support with monthly deflation reporting via POL. + Review bad PPI/PPV via POL and work to establish why and gain improvements. + Carry out cost reduction and deflation projects. + Carry out risk mitigation projects. + Conduct Sourcing reviews monthly with local material managers and buyers. + Support local supply chain team on issues that require Senior escalation. + Help support a customer led ethos in the supply chain teams such that all individuals play their part, there is effective communication with stakeholders and activities are planned and controlled to support the key metrics. + Help drive a continuous improvement programme within the supply base. + Rationalize and consolidate supplier base across to gain improvements. Who we are looking for + Significant experience in managing external supply base. + Excellent business acumen with ability to build effective partnerships with suppliers. + Proven record in budget achievement and effective financial management. + Problem solving approach. + Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills. + Ability to successfully negotiate and close out NPA’s. + Ability to partner with internal and external stakeholders and understanding the core messaging required. + Experience of direct materials & indirect goods & services. + A Business Degree or equivalent experience. What we offer + Career growth and opportunities: we hire from within! + Collaborative and empowered work environment where team spirit is at the centre of our success. + We care about our local community. Our on-site canteen is run by a community interest company, and you can take 1 paid day off a year for volunteering. + Range of team-building activities & events organized by our team members in Social Club. + Private healthcare, attractive pension scheme, and range of other benefits. If you don’t find yourself in all points, apply anyway, because nobody is perfect and you can learn a lot with us! Have we sparked your interest? Then take your future into your own hands as soon as possible - we look forward to getting to know you. Please apply with your complete application documents directly online by 20th February 2026. Parker Hannifin EMEA Sàrl (“PHEMEA”), based in Etoy, Switzerland, is the Principal Operating Company for Parker in the EMEA region. It is supported by a network of Parker Manufacturing Divisions and Sales Company Entities. The Instrumentation Group EMEA is a strategic business Group within PHEMEA. Instrumentation Products Division EMEA (IPDE) is a key service provider to PHEMEA. Parker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on grounds of age, race, religion, ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation or disability in relation to recruitment and employment.