Materials Management Principal

Honeywell Technologies; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Honeywell is seeking a Materials Management Principal to lead strategic inventory control, demand planning, and supplier management across Industrial Automation. You will coordinate with SIOP leaders, mentor planners, and drive Lean Six Sigma initiatives to improve material flow and production readiness.

The role requires strong ERP/SCM tool experience (SAP, Kinaxis Rapid Response) and a track record in managing large-scale planning projects with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in materials management within industrial or manufacturing environments with a focus on supply chain optimization.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, demand planning, and supplier management practices.
• Expertise in ERP systems and supply chain software tools to analyze and manage material flows effectively.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives in materials management.
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies to enhance process efficiency and reduce waste.
• Proven record of driving planning to achieve key performance metrics.
• 5 years of experience in Supply Planning and Production planning including knowledge of MRP, DDRP, Capacity Planning, MPS, SIOP and Variant configuration.
• Kinaxis Rapid Response and/or SAP knowledge and use for planning and scheduling.
• Preferred Extensive demonstrated SAP experience in manufacturing / Supply chain management with hands on understanding of SAP configuration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement materials management strategies that optimize inventory levels and reduce costs while ensuring material availability for production.
• Lead supplier relationship management and collaborate with procurement to ensure timely delivery and quality of materials.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify risks and opportunities for continuous improvement in materials planning and logistics.
• IA Focal for all Rapid Response Production Planning enhancements, track enhancements, develop standard work / operational procedures and train sites to adopt the new enhancements
• IA Focal for the Rapid Response Constraint Properties ownership – develop the audit and drive action plans with sites to improve the maturity of the Constraint Properties
• Establish yourself as the primary point of contact for the Rapid Response Production Planning
• Production Planning training lead for sites implementing Rapid Response Production Planning
• Utilize Rapid Response and SAP to create Rough Cut Capacity Plans (RCCP) for all IA Sites
• Collaborate with sites to build realistic and credible MPS' as needed

Skills

Materials management

Inventory control

Demand planning

Supplier management

ERP systems

Cross-functional leadership

Lean Six Sigma

KPIs

MRP / DDRP / MPS / SIOP

Kinaxis Rapid Response

SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree in related operations management or supply chain management or equivalent

Tools

Kinaxis Rapid Response

SAP

Job description

Job Description

As a Materials Management Principal here at Honeywell, you will lead and optimize the materials management processes to ensure efficient supply chain operations and inventory control within our Industrial Automation business. You will play a critical role in driving cost savings, improving material availability, and supporting production schedules to meet customer demands.

You will report directly to our Sr Director Materials Management and you'll work out of our Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA or Ciudad Juarez, MX locations on a Hybrid work schedule.

As a planning leader, you will lead the projects implementing planning systems and processes across the business units to ensure these initiatives deliver expected outcomes. You will support the SIOP leaders of several business divisions to execute the vision and goals. Mentor, train, and develop planners to become effective in the improved operating system. Partner with I.T. and the business to lead the resolution of system and process issues. Navigate processes and people through change management to successfully deploy the Honeywell Global Design Model (GDM).

You will provide coaching, guidance, and indirect leadership to the planning community within Industrial Automation to increase their skills and capability in readiness for this transformation initiative. The successful candidate must be capable of performing project management tasks for a large-scale initiative involving the coordination & facilitation of cross-functional meetings and training. Utilizing and deploying Lean Six Sigma techniques, leading continuous improvement activities, and achievement of superior performance across all KPIs (Key Performance Initiatives).

In this role, you will impact the overall operational efficiency of Honeywell's Industrial Automation division by managing material flow, supplier relationships, and inventory strategies that support manufacturing and business objectives.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement materials management strategies that optimize inventory levels and reduce costs while ensuring material availability for production.
• Lead supplier relationship management and collaborate with procurement to ensure timely delivery and quality of materials.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify risks and opportunities for continuous improvement in materials planning and logistics.
• IA Focal for all Rapid Response Production Planning enhancements, track enhancements, develop standard work / operational procedures and train sites to adopt the new enhancements
• IA Focal for the Rapid Response Constraint Properties ownership – develop the audit and drive action plans with sites to improve the maturity of the Constraint Properties
• Establish yourself as the primary point of contact for the Rapid Response Production Planning
• Production Planning training lead for sites implementing Rapid Response Production Planning
• Utilize Rapid Response and SAP to create Rough Cut Capacity Plans (RCCP) for all IA Sites
• Collaborate with sites to build realistic and credible MPS' as needed

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• Proven experience in materials management within industrial or manufacturing environments with a focus on supply chain optimization.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, demand planning, and supplier management practices.
• Expertise in ERP systems and supply chain software tools to analyze and manage material flows effectively.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives in materials management.
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies to enhance process efficiency and reduce waste.
• Proven record of driving planning to achieve key performance metrics.
• 5 years of experience in Supply Planning and Production planning including knowledge of MRP, DDRP, Capacity Planning, MPS, SIOP and Variant configuration.
• Kinaxis Rapid Response and/or SAP knowledge and use for planning and scheduling.
• Preferred Extensive demonstrated SAP experience in manufacturing / Supply chain management with hands on understanding of SAP configuration.

WE VALUE

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master's degree in related operations management or supply chain management or equivalent
• Six Sigma Lean Expert
• PMP, APICS, CPIM, CPSM, or CPF certification preferred.
• Extensive experience in industrial automation or related manufacturing sectors.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make strategic decisions.
• Proactive problem-solving attitude and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Good understanding of global supply chain challenges and risk management strategies.
• Ability to collaborate with both internal and external customers.

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, 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

THE BUSINESS UNIT

Honeywell's Industrial Automation business unit provides advanced automation control, sensing, and software solutions that improve operational efficiency, safety, and reliability for customers in manufacturing, energy, and process industries worldwide. We leverage cutting-edge technology to help customers optimize their production processes and achieve sustainable growth.

Benefits Of Working For Honeywell

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, 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. Learn more

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.

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.

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.