Purchasing Agent I

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and additive manufactured parts. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&T centers around the globe. Become a part of the strength within.

Hexcel is currently seeking a Purchasing Agent I for our Kent, WA, USA location.

Summary pay range: $68,439 - 117,323 annual salary.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

• Conduct supplier surveillance and audits.
• Lead and conduct source surveys, rate readiness reviews, procurement review boards, offsite program reviews and off-site resolution of supplier problems. Provide inputs into make/buy determinations, source selections and supplier qualifications.
• Troubleshoot supplier problems and issue resolution.
• Maintain thorough and organized Purchase Order files.
• Procure major and critical production commodities and materials. Lead negotiations of terms and pricing. Develop requests for purchase quotation.
• Establish long-term supply subcontracts to support organization.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production planning.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ITAR, and other regulatory requirements.
• Proficiently utilize the MRP system for efficient procurement processes.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders and suppliers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve supply chain issues.
  

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required. Associates Degree (A.A) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience reading and interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Operating instructions may be provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Demonstrated ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Experience calculating figures and amounts using basic algebra and geometry such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain positive team and supplier relationships.

At Hexcel, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

Hexcel also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Eligible candidate must be: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, a person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, a temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Act, a person admitted in refugee status, a person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as protected veteran, or any other protected class.