Contract Administrator

Contract Administrator role at Parker Hannifin

Spearhead contract administration for complex aerospace fuel system projects, ensuring compliant, cost‑effective execution.

• Administers assigned contracts of moderate scope and complexity; defines requirements, negotiates pricing, monitors performance, and ensures compliance.
• Drives order management, schedule changes, portal management, demand planning, and PO/contract review.

• Administers specialized or major contracts, analyzing performance, pricing, and terms.
• Determines technically and commercially compliant proposals for major customers.
• Initiates bid process, coordinates input, develops responses to RFPs, and submits complex proposals.
• Negotiates complex contract requirements, ensuring clarity and alignment with company policy.
• Investigates and resolves claims or complaints, coordinating with relevant functions.
• Monitors contract performance, determining compliance and need for amendments or extensions.
• May manage export compliance administration and training.
• Recommends actions through data analysis and comparative studies.
• Acts as the point of contact with customers, participates in presentations.
• Maintains professional knowledge, participates in professional associations.
• Ensures adherence to federal, state, and industry regulations.
• Provides guidance to others, serves as prime contact on high‑level projects, and mentors less experienced employees.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related discipline; contract management certification preferred.
• Six or more years of progressive experience performing essential functions.
• Thorough knowledge of contract administration principles, industry practices, and regulations.
• Training in export control preferred (e.g., ECTI).
• Knowledge of corporate, division policies, and administrative procedures.
• Proficiency in standard business applications and specialized in‑house/customer systems.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret contracts and recommend procedural changes.
• Ability to respond to significant inquiries or complaints from customers and agencies.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure optimal pricing and terms.
• Effective communication and presentation skills for diverse audiences.

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness coverage.
• Supplemental benefits: identity protection, legal protection, pet wellness at competitive rates.
• 401(k) Plan with 100% match on first 5% of pay.
• Defined‑contribution retirement plan, 3% annual contribution.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short/long‑term disability, adoption assistance,  membership, financial planning assistance at no cost.
• Paid Time Off and 13 company‑paid holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Employment decisions are based on job‑related criteria, regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected status. U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or other status may be required for certain positions in accordance with import/export regulations. This position is subject to U.S. export compliance and government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, all applicants will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Appliances, Electrical and Electronics Manufacturing, and Automation Machinery Manufacturing