Aerospace Buyer - Paints and Chemicals

Job Overview Title: Buyer Reports to : VP of Operations Location : Kent, WA - onsite Type: Non-Exempt, Full-Time Schedule Type: *100% Onsite: Monday - Friday day shift. Ability to work overtime as needed Hytek production is open 24 hours per day. All shifts are as follows: 1st shift (Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.), 2nd shift (Monday - Friday, 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.), 3rd shift (Sunday - Friday, 10:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.) Position Summary Responsible for procuring raw materials, chemicals, paints, and consumables required to support finishing operations. This role ensures uninterrupted production by maintaining supply continuity, controlling costs, managing supplier KPI's, and ensuring materials meet strict aerospace quality and regulatory requirements. The ideal Candidate will be: Intellectually curious about the business and the world around them. Possess a bias for action, moves with a sense of urgency. Coachable, open to learn, grow and develop through feedback channels. Interested in future upward mobility and potentially taking a larger role within the business. Emotionally intelligent and able to build strong trust with leaders and employees of diverse backgrounds and situations at all levels. Collaborative, marked by transparency and flexibility, with a commitment to foster teamwork. An exceptional communicator in both written and verbal interactions; clear and concise. Comfortable with ambiguity and constant change, nimble and responsive in the short-term while driving progress on longer-term initiatives. Responsibilities Procure chemicals, paints, and consumables used in finishing processes. Source and manage suppliers for: Processing Chemicals Racking materials and tooling Packaging materials PPE and safety supplies Maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) items Negotiate pricing, contracts, and lead times with vendors. Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment to support production schedules. Manage purchasing parameters with ERP system. Evaluate supplier performance and maintain an approved supplier list (ASL). Identify alternate sources and mitigate supply chain risks. Works to gain process efficiencies and reduce costs within the supply chain. Monitors supplier performance for timeliness, quality requirements, and material issues. Coordinates major or unusual material requirements with all departments. Supports all departments with their Capital Purchase Requests. Mentors inventory specialist and more junior purchasing employees. Compiles, records, and tracks pertinent purchasing data, activities, and pricing data. Performs follow-up on current orders to ensure on-time delivery. Follows effective supplier management tools including involvement in the selection process of new suppliers, maintaining effective relationships with current vendors, and participating in negotiation of contracts for products and services. Analyzes quotations and places orders within scope of spending authority and/or recommends best course of action. Responsible for complying with AS9100 and NADCAP purchasing standards including completing new supplier forms, initiating periodic vendor self-reviews, and generating supplier scorecards as required. Assist with audits. Complete all necessary documentation pertaining to inventory movement and transactions. Prepare orders and follows up to expedite delivery and shipment. Coordinates return of rejected or unsuitable orders. Responds to requests for new products and services and researches status of current orders. Other duties may include management of raw material for Boeing Trim Program, input of requisitions based on production MRO inventory, and maintenance of paint expiration dates and SDS. Perform all other duties as assigned or needed. Preferred Qualifications BA/BS degree in related field of study or equivalent experience or a minimum 2 years' experience in Purchasing or Procurement. Would consider internships as previous experience. Experience in aerospace, specifically with AS9100 and NADCAP. APICS or ISM certification (CPIM, CPSM). Knowledge of technical and specialized materials and items purchases and sources of supply, purchasing techniques, policies and procedures. Strong PC skills to include Microsoft Office software suite. Knowledge of ERP Systems, preferably SyteLine. Required Qualifications Ability to operate a pallet jack and potential backup support to the inventory control specialist using a forklift. Must have a regular and dependable attendance record. Must be able to Read/Write/Communicate in English. Must be able authorized to work in the U.S. An export license will be required to work in all areas of the facility. Must be able to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening. Essential Mental/Physical Demands Ability to sit in an office environment for long periods. Extensive use of hands in writing, computer and other office equipment. Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. on an occasional basis. Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasionally exposed to wet/humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, chemical fumes, or airborne particles. Full benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) matching, Performance Share incentive compensation (Profit Sharing Plan), 3-weeks paid time off to start, paid community service day, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, long-term care plan options, 10 paid holidays, and onsite health services that includes access to a massage therapist. Salary Range for position: $28.25 - $50.00. The pay range and total compensation package listed above is the expected pay offered for this position at the start of employment. Your pay will be based on multiple factors, including and not limited to your relevant experience level, and skillset while balancing internal equity relative to other employees. Hytek is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits. Application Process Please apply at with an up-to-date resume and your current contact information. If you are a qualified candidate, we will set you up with a 30-minute phone call with a recruiter to learn more about your experience and to tell you more about the job, compensation, and benefits. The recruiter will reach out should we move forward with the next steps. Hytek Finishes is an equal opportunity employer. It is Hytek's policy to make all employment decisions without regard to an individual's sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race (including traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists), creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin, English-proficiency or accent or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status, and any other categories protected by applicable state, local, or federal law. M/F/Disability/Protected Vet. Department: Purchasing-012994 This is a non-management position This is a full time position #J-18808-Ljbffr Hytek Finishes