Head of Law (Planning)

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&D centers around the globe. Hexcel is currently seeking a Planning Manager for our Burlington, WA, USA location. The Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing and directing all planning activities at the site. The focus of this role is to achieve effective capacity planning and scheduling while maintaining optimal customer service and inventory levels. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: supply planning, capacity management, inventory management, material procurement, and interplant customer relationship managementSummary pay range: $Provide effective leadership and direction to planning, scheduling, and purchasing groups to ensure the organization consistently delivers efficient and timely supply chain solutions. Lead a team of five expeditors in the development and implementation of detailed production schedules which account for risks and agreed-upon customer service levels. Perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Facilitate plant level S&OP process to ensure proper communication regarding significant current/potential supply performance problems (schedule unfeasibility or non-compliance, material and capacity imbalances, excess inventory, etc.) to plant leadership in accordance with monthly cadence. Oversee short and long-range planning balance supply and demand on a 0 - 24-month timeframe. Work with Supply Chain leader to optimize network inventory, leveraging the relevant planning and inventory optimization tools. Lead tactical deployment of all supply chain planning systems in collaboration with the Global team.Assist Supply Chain leaders with developing appropriate replenishment strategies (Days of Replenishment) for all raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods. Collaborate with Regional Purchasing and Supply Chain leader to develop supply strategies and interfaces with top-tier suppliers that guarantee key performance indicators are consistently achieved. Manage supplier base to guarantee reliable replenishment of materials used in production and/or site activities.Develop collaborative relationships between site resources and customer service to promote free flow of information. Create seamless interfaces between the Customer Service team, Production Planning, and Distribution to deliver customer service excellence to both internal and 3rd party customers. Ensure adherence to Hexcel, State, Federal, and International Ground, Ocean, and Air Transportation and Regulatory requirements. Effectively implement the Environmental Management System (EMS) within their area of responsibility and that his/her employees support and are engaged in the Environmental Management System (EMS). Qualifications:High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university preferred. CPIM and/or CSCP APICS certification and Lean Six Sigma training or experience preferred.Qualified candidate must have at least (4) years combined experience in planning, scheduling, or supply chain and supervisory or management experience. Strong computer literacy includes proficiency in use of ERP/MRP/MES and full Microsoft Office Suite of products. D365 and Apriso and advanced Excel to include Macros & tables and SQL (strongly preferred.) Must demonstrate strong business acumen and be driven, enthusiastic, autonomous, and self-motivated. 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.Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.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.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.SummaryLocation: USA - WA - BurlingtonType: Full time