Sr Procurement Buyer

Honeywell Aerospace; Urbana (OH); On-site; USD 83,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Sr Procurement Buyer to lead strategic procurement and supplier delivery, oversee complex projects, and drive cost‑effective procurement practices that align with the master production schedule.

You will manage a team of procurement professionals, collaborate with operations, and optimize the supply chain across multiple U.S. sites, including Urbana, OH. This on‑site role rewards performance with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Procurement experience

Project management

Negotiation

Contract management

Budget management

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Six Sigma Certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

As a Sr Procurement Buyer here at Honeywell Aerospace, 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 elevate 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 Phoenix, AZ, Clearwater, FL, Olathe, KS, Urbana, OH, 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.

Qualifications

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 $83,000 - $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

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 )

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: 11/10/2026