As a Sr Procurement Buyer here at Honeywell Areospace, you will be responsible for managing and executing the organization's procurement and purchasing activities at a strategic level. This position plays a pivotal part in ensuring efficient procurement processes, cost-effectiveness, and strategic alignment within the procurement function. You will oversee complex procurement projects, manage a team of procurement professionals, and collaborate with various stakeholders to achieve procurement objectives.

In this role, you will impact the company by optimizing procurement practices, enhancing profitability, and securing a reliable and agile supply chain, making your expertise an indispensable asset to our organization's success.

As a part of the Aerospace procurement organization, this role is responsible to align supplier delivery to Honeywell’s requirement dates to meet financial commitments and satisfy customers. Assigned a specific group of suppliers/parts, you will ensure that those suppliers have credible delivery plans and communicate with operations and planning teams to reconcile the master production schedule. Hold standard supplier status/ open order meetings, and support site/team meetings, to ensure suppliers can support Honeywell demand and escalate any technical/quality issues quickly to avoid impacting production.

Escalate gaps in commits both internally and at the supplier. Perform occasional one-off non-standard buys. Administrate purchase orders to ensure quality hardware is delivered on time. Understand material shortages and supplier’s capacity and capabilities. You will manage supplier forecast and PO acknowledgement process through Honeywell web portal. Your performance will be measured on performance via key metrics including missing commits, late commits, and decommits.

You will report directly to our Sr. Procurement Buying Manager and you’ll work out of our Torrence, CA location on an On-site work schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Do a superb job for customers every day in quality, delivery, value, technology, and responsiveness
Act with a sense of urgency and focus on results, not activity
Demonstrate the ability to think strategically and critically analyze details.

YOU MUST HAVE

Extensive experience in procurement and project management
Proven track record of successfully managing complex procurement projects.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
Proficiency in budget management and financial acumen.
In-depth knowledge of procurement strategies, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management.

WE VALUE

7 years of Supply Chain experience
Knowledge of purchasing systems (SAP)
Experience in manufacturing, specifically Aerospace
Experience in an automated EDI environment is preferred.
Strong communication skills and a team player
Good organizational - ability to prioritize and do problem solving, Ability to multi-task projects and assess priorities in a complex and demanding environment.
Experience in a purchasing, procurement, or sourcing.
Project Management Experience
Six Sigma Certification
Bachelors Degree and 5 years experience in Supply Chain

The annual base salary range for this position is $83,200 - $125,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL AEROSPACE

Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
Employee assistance program and educational assistance
Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time

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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.

ABOUT US

Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.

Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.

Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.

Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

THE BUSINESS UNIT

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space. We operate through three business areas:

Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology on board 90% of the world's aircraft
Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep those aircraft flying
Control Systems supplies the thermal and motion control systems that support takeoff, landing and the safety of everyone on board

With approximately 58,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, we are also advancing systems for autonomous and supersonic platforms — bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com

Honeywell Aerospace 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. Learn more (https://www.honeywellaerospace.com/us/en/company/inclusion-and-engagement)

Sr Procurement Buyer @ Aerospace Corporation

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