Procurement Buyer I

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC; Urbana (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

Short-term & Long-term disability

401(k) match

Education assistance

Parental leave and 12 paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC seeks a Procurement Buyer I to lead purchasing activities, drive cost efficiency, and align with organizational goals. You will collaborate with stakeholders and report to the Sr. Procurement Supervisor from our Urbana location on aHybrid work schedule.

You will help optimize the procurement function and protect the supply chain through cost-saving and strategic sourcing. The role emphasizes negotiating terms, managing contracts, and leveraging procurement software to

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proficient in procurement software and tools.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in business, supply chain management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Drive the purchasing process efficiently and in line with guidelines.
• Monitor and control purchasing costs; seek cost-saving opportunities.
• Foster supplier relationships for a reliable supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and records management.
• Contribute to quality standards in purchasing and budget management.
• Leverage procurement software and analytics to improve processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Procurement software

Communication

Organizational abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or supply chain

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Procurement Buyer I

As a Procurement Buyer I here at Honeywell, you will play a key role in driving our organization's procurement and purchasing activities. This position plays a critical part in ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and strategic alignment within the procurement function. You will oversee purchasing processes and collaborate with various stakeholders to achieve procurement objectives. You will report directly to our Sr. Procurement Supervisor, and you will work out of our Urbana, OH location on a Hybrid work schedule. Your role adds immense value to our company by orchestrating and optimizing the procurement function, leading to enhanced operational efficiency, substantial cost savings, and fortifying its position in the competitive business landscape.

In this role, you will impact the organization by driving the purchasing process, identifying procurement needs, and ensuring purchases are made efficiently and in accordance with organizational guidelines. You will also monitor and control purchasing costs, seek cost-saving opportunities, and foster relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable and responsive supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Drive the purchasing process, ensuring that purchases are made efficiently and in accordance with organizational guidelines.
• Monitor and control purchasing costs, seeking cost-saving opportunities, negotiating favorable terms, and optimizing the allocation of resources.
• Foster and maintain relationships with suppliers, addressing concerns, resolving issues, and collaborating on improvements to ensure a reliable and responsive supply chain.
• Ensure that all purchasing activities adhere to relevant regulations, compliance standards, and internal policies, maintaining accurate and organized records.
• Contribute to the establishment and enforcement of quality control standards in purchasing processes, conducting inspections and performance assessments.
• Support the management of the procurement budget, allocate resources efficiently, and seek cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality standards.
• Leverage technology solutions, such as procurement software and analytics, to enhance purchasing processes, monitoring, and reporting.

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Proficient in procurement software and tools
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities

WE VALUE

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Continuous learning and self-development

Benefits 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

Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/

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.

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.