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Director Strategic Sourcing (Focused Supplier Development)

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC, South Bend, IN, United States


As a Director Strategic Sourcing here at Honeywell, you will play a crucial role in driving procurement of materials and services in alignment with business leadership. You will be responsible for establishing and executing procurement strategies with specific critical impact suppliers to achieve improved delivery and quality. This role requires broad understanding of supply chain, operations and procurement/sourcing to significantly improve the performance of our most distressed suppliers.

You will report directly to our Sr Director, Focused Supplier Development Mechanical and based out of the South Bend IN or Phoenix AZ location. This role will work a hybrid schedule.

In this role, you will impact the company by driving supplier performance, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, improving quality and ensuring growth from the supplier to support the annual operating plan. You will also contribute to the growth and success of the business by identifying cost‑saving opportunities, implementing value engineering initiatives, and streamlining supplier operations.

Responsibilities

Drive and execute Annual and Strategic Plan with supporting strategies

Right and Fast execution of strategies to align with business Growth

Manage critical suppliers to significantly improve delivery, quality and cost.

Build strong relationships with key Supplier Executive leadership

Collaborate with all ISC functions and other functions in Honeywell Aerospace.

Lead supplier output increases to support the business and deliver performance improvements

Deliver improvements in OTTR, past dues, PO acknowledgements and supplier output that is alignment to needs and growth

U.S. Person Requirements Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

You Must Have

Extensive experience in project management and / or Integrated Supply Chain

Proficient in Data analytics tools, such as Excel, and the Microsoft suite of products (Powerpoint, etc)

SAP knowledge is desired

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

We Value

Extensive experience in sourcing & procurement

Working and/or Leading in Matrix and complex Team Environments

Project Management and/or Contract Management Experience

Professional Certifications in Project/Supply Chain/ Procurement/Contract Management

Team Leader experience in Supply Management/Sourcing/Procurement/Business

Demonstrated Business and financial acumen

Experience with SAP, E Sourcing Platforms, Request for Quotation Tools, Project

Master's Degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration

About Honeywell Honeywell International Inc. (NYSE: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world’s most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state‑of‑the‑art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high‑growth businesses in broad‑based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe.

The Business Unit The Aerospace Technologies Strategic Business Group (SBG) at Honeywell is a division focused on developing and delivering innovative aerospace technologies and solutions. We are committed to providing cutting‑edge products and services that enhance the safety, efficiency, and performance of aircraft and aerospace systems. As a part of the Aerospace Technologies SBG, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals and contribute to the advancement of aerospace technology.

Benefits of Working for Honeywell

Benefits – Medical, Vision, Dental, Mental Health

Paid Vacation

401k Plan/Retirement Benefits (as per regional policy)

Career Growth

Professional Development

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

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