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Director Strategic Planning (Aerospace Corporate)

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC, Phoenix, AZ, United States


You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans, leading and conducting market research and analysis, identifying growth opportunities, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to drive strategic initiatives. Your strong analytical background, experience in business and market intelligence, and ability to synthesize a wide range of analyses into strategic insight will be essential in contributing to the growth and success of Honeywell. You will be part of the broader Corporate Strategy team and work out of our Phoenix, AZ, location on a hybrid work schedule.

In this role you will have a high degree of impact and gain broad experience in strategic analysis, short and long‑term strategic planning, strategy execution, strategic portfolio management, stakeholder engagement, decision support, innovation, performance monitoring, and communication. You will be a team player in a fast‑paced and growing team playing a key role at a pivotal moment of the company.

Responsibilities Develop and implement the Strategic Planning (STRAP) process:

Lead the development and execution of the annual STRAP process, working closely with senior leadership and business units to define strategic objectives, goals, and initiatives

Facilitate the alignment of business unit strategies with the overall corporate strategy

Monitor and track progress against strategic goals and initiatives, providing regular updates to senior leadership

Conduct competitive intelligence analysis:

Gather and analyze market and competitor data to identify trends, opportunities, and threats

Provide insights and recommendations based on competitive intelligence to support strategic decision‑making

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop strategies to maintain a competitive advantage in the market

Lead and support the execution of strategic initiatives identified during STRAP and throughout the year

Drive strategic initiatives:

Collaborate with business units to develop and implement action plans to achieve strategic objectives

Monitor and evaluate the progress and impact of strategic initiatives, making adjustments as needed

Foster collaboration and communication:

Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment and collaboration on strategic initiatives

Communicate the strategic direction and progress to senior leadership, business units, and other relevant stakeholders

Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration and knowledge sharing to drive innovation and continuous improvement

Stay updated on industry trends and best practices:

Stay abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging technologies that may impact Honeywell's strategic planning

Benchmark and analyze best practices in strategic planning and competitive intelligence to drive continuous improvement

Qualifications Must Have

Minimum of 8 years of experience in strategic planning, corporate strategy, consulting, private equity, finance or related roles, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to gather and analyze complex data and information

Excellent strategic thinking and planning abilities, with a track record of developing and executing successful strategies

Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to collaborate and drive alignment across diverse stakeholders

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences

Proven experience in competitive intelligence analysis and market research

Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within tight deadlines

Proficiency in using strategic planning tools and software

We Value

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Aerospace & Defence Industry experience preferred

Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer‑subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.

For more information visit: Benefits at Honeywell

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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