Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Honeywell Aerospace; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist to lead procurement strategy and supplier performance in a hybrid role out of Phoenix or Tempe, AZ. You will drive cost reductions, manage supplier performance, and implement value-adding sourcing initiatives with cross-functional teams.

Qualified candidates typically have 5+ years in procurement or related fields, experience with SAP/e-sourcing tools, and a Master’s in Supply Chain or MBA.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, or related fields.
• Proficient in data analytics using Excel.
• Self-starter with strong organization and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual and strategic procurement plans.
• Lead supplier selection, RFQ/RFI processes, and negotiations.
• Improve working capital through terms optimization and vendor managed inventories.
• Manage category strategies, spend analytics, and market trends.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Technology, Operations, Finance, and Quality.

Skills

Procurement experience

Data analytics (Excel)

Self-motivated & organized

Education

Master's Degree in Supply Chain or MBA

Tools

SAP

E-Sourcing Platforms

RFQ Tools

Project Management

Job description

Job Description

As a Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will play a crucial role in driving the procurement of materials and services in alignment with business guide. You will be accountable for establishing and executing procurement strategies to achieve the lowest total cost, reduce working capital, and ensure supply continuity.

In this role, you will impact the company by driving performance-driven commodity and category supply strategies, managing supplier performance, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. You will also contribute to the growth and success of the business by identifying cost-saving opportunities, implementing value engineering initiatives, and eliminating sole/single sources.

You will report directly to our Director Strategic Sourcing, and you’ll work out of one of our Phoenix, AZ or Tempe, AZ locations on a Hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Drive and execute Annual and Strategic Plan with supporting strategies.
• Lead critical supplier recoveries — mobilize cross-functional teams, solve complex capacity and execution. constraints, reduce past dues, and restore On-Time to Request (OTTR) performance.
• Right and Fast execution of strategies to align with business Growth and New Product Introductions.
• Manage Category and Commodity Strategies including spend analysis, Benchmarking, Cost, Market Analysis, and Global Technology/Economic trends.
• Build new relationships with key Supplier Leadership.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Technology, Business, Operations, Finance, and Quality and other Honeywell Businesses.
• Lead Supplier selection, RFQ and RFI process, Negotiation, Contracting, and supplier performance processes.
• Apply effective Sourcing supplier risk assessment methodologies to ensure supplier continuity.
• Improve Working Capital through Payment Terms extensions, Payment cycle optimization, Vendor Managed Inventories.
• Inventory and Lead time reductions.

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• 5+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or Finance
• Proficient in Data analytics tools such as Excel
• Self-starter who takes the initiative, and is well organized, detail oriented and self-motivated preferred

WE VALUE

• Extensive experience in sourcing and procurement
• Working and/or guiding in Matrix and complex Team Environments
• Project Management and/or Contract Management Experience
• Professional Certifications in Project/Supply Chain/ Procurement/Contract Management
• Team guide experience in Supply Management/Sourcing/Procurement/Business
• Demonstrated Business and financial acumen
• Experience with SAP, E Sourcing Platforms, Request for Quotation Tools, and Project Management
• Master's Degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration

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.
No sponsorships - We are not currently sponsoring applicants for work visa for this job. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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. Posting Date: 10/21/2026.

About Honeywell Aerospace Technologies

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.

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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