Director, Strategic Sourcing

Job Description As a Director, Strategic Sourcing here at Honeywell, you will play a critical role in driving the procurement strategy and initiatives to achieve cost savings, improve supplier performance, and ensure supply chain continuity. You will lead a team of procurement professionals, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and establish strong supplier relationships. Your expertise in strategic sourcing and supply chain management will be instrumental in driving business growth and competitiveness.

You will report directly to our VP Procurement and you’ll work out of our Charlotte, NC location on a Hybrid work schedule.

In this role, you will impact the financial performance of the business through the delivery of cost savings, working capital improvement, and supplier quality. You will be responsible for developing and executing annual and strategic procurement plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• NPI process engagement, optimization, KPIs, and GDM deployment
• SBG/GBE design and development interface for Mechanical DMCOE
• Early supplier engagement (DfC / DfS) to influence design
• Supplier technology MDMCOE interface
• Innovation pipeline development
• Make vs. Buy engagement

Qualifications YOU MUST HAVE:

• 10+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Experience with building and cultivating relationships with business and functional stakeholders (ex. engineering, offering management)
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing procurement strategies.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of sourcing processes and tools, such as SAP and e-sourcing platforms.
• International experience with exposure to high-growth regions.
• Cross-functional experience in engineering/technology, operations, sales/marketing.

We Value

• Master's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Extensive experience in mechanical components (ex. metals, plastics, machining, castings, mechanical assemblies, packaging) strategic sourcing and domain expertise.
• Complex and large project management and/or contract management experience.
• Professional certifications in project/supply chain/procurement/contract management.
• Demonstrated business and financial acumen.
• Experience with SAP, E-Sourcing Platforms, Request for Quotation Tools, Project Management Tools.
• Experience with Six Sigma and Lean methodologies.

ABOUT HONEYWELL Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: 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. Learn more about Honeywell: click here

THE BUSINESS UNIT The Corporate Business Unit at Honeywell focuses on enhancing the overall operational efficiency and effectiveness of the organization. This unit is responsible for developing and implementing strategic initiatives that align with Honeywell's corporate goals, ensuring that all business units operate cohesively and efficiently. By leveraging best practices in procurement, finance, and human resources, the Corporate Business Unit plays a vital role in driving innovation, sustainability, and growth across the entire organization.

About Us Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.