Sr Strategic Sourcing Spec

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Sr Strategic Sourcing Specialist to drive procurement of materials and services aligned with business leadership. You will develop and execute strategies to minimize total cost, reduce working capital, and ensure supply continuity from Tempe, AZ on a hybrid schedule.

You will lead supplier selection, RFQ/RFI processes, negotiations, and risk assessments while collaborating with multiple functions to optimize procurement outcomes and cost savings opportunities.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in contract management and negotiations.
• Proficient in data analytics tools such as Excel.
• Strong negotiation skills and strategic thinking to manage multiple projects in a dynamic global environment.
• Experience with supplier selection, RFQ and RFI processes, and contract management.
• Knowledge of supplier risk assessment methodologies to ensure supplier continuity.

Responsibilities

• Drive and execute Annual and Strategic Plan with supporting strategies.
• 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 Aerospace 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

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Data analytics

Excel

RFQ/RFI processes

Supplier selection

Supplier risk assessment

Tools

SAP

ESourcing Platforms

RFQ Tools

Project management tools

Job description

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

In this role, you will impact the company by driving competitive 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 Sr ISC Project Mgmt Manager and you’ll work out of our Tempe, AZ location on a Hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Drive and execute Annual and Strategic Plan with supporting strategies
• 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 Aerospace 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

• 6+ years in Contract Management and Negotiations
• Proficient in Data analytics tools such as Excel
• Strong negotiation skills and strategic thinking to manage multiple projects in a dynamic global environment
• Experience with supplier selection, RFQ and RFI processes, and contract management
• Knowledge of sourcing supplier risk assessment methodologies to ensure supplier continuity

We Value

• Extensive experience in sourcing & procurement
• Working and/or Leading in Matrix and complex Team Environments
• Project Management and/or Contract Management Experience
• Professional Certifications in Project/Supply Chain/ Procurement/Contract Management
• Team Leader experience in Supply Management/Sourcing/Procurement/Business
• Demonstrated Business and financial acumen
• Experience with SAP, E Sourcing Platforms, Request for Quotation Tools, Project

About Honeywell Aerospace

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’s Performance Materials and Technologies (PMT) business unit delivers innovative solutions that improve the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of industrial processes worldwide. We provide advanced materials, process technologies, automation solutions, and services that help customers optimize their operations and meet evolving market demands.

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 about inclusion and diversity.

Benefits of Working for Honeywell Aerospace

• 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/

Posting Timeline

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. 11/09/2026

Export Compliance

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.