Director Strategic Sourcing

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THE BUSINESS

Honeywell International Inc. (NYSE: HON) is a global technology and manufacturing company that invents and commercializes solutions to address some of the world's most critical challenges. With a diverse portfolio spanning multiple industries, Honeywell is committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high-growth businesses. Our broad range of products and services includes aerospace systems, building technologies, performance materials, safety and productivity solutions, and more. We leverage our expertise in software, hardware, and engineering to develop innovative solutions that enhance the quality of life for people around the globe.

With a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity, Honeywell fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We prioritize integrity, ethics, and workplace respect in everything we do. Our behaviors, such as innovating and creating value for customers, embracing transformation, and driving accountability, shape our performance culture and drive our success. As a global company, Honeywell operates in more than 70 countries and serves customers in over 150 countries. We have a strong presence in key industrial end markets and are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving sustainable growth.

Honeywell Corporate is the central hub of Honeywell International Inc., a global leader in inventing and commercializing technologies that address critical challenges in energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. As the backbone of the organization, Honeywell Corporate provides strategic direction, operational excellence, and support to various business units and functions across the company. With a commitment to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions, Honeywell Corporate drives efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high-growth industries. By enabling a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, Honeywell Corporate enhances the quality of life for people around the globe.

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Center of Excellence (COE) of Metals & Plastics, the Director of Strategic Sourcing is responsible for creating value by communicating the latest trends/technical analysis, macro & micro trends, hedging recommendations and execution in commodities (plastics). The spend managed is approximately $270 M, managing a team of 6-7, including plastics, resins, rubber and assemblies. This role has very high visibility within the organization to guide the various business as this data will provide critical information to help guide strategic decision making short and long term by utilizing various market intelligence sources, interact/consult global leading economists and advisors to sustain with accurate and updated market data models. The plastics leader will drive the global and regional strategies and work closely with the different businesses to get buy in and execute the plans.

In addition, this person will also support the Center of Excellence (COE) with some key KPI ownership and support to drive but not limited to activities like HGR (Hight growth region) moves, productivity, value engineering, supplier rationalizations, and other areas to support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop/Grow an already existing supply base by leveraging best-in-class strategic fits to drive total cost of ownership to enable a competitive advantage.
• Own, communicate and drive in alignment with the SBG the category strategies
• Drive supplier Resilience with assurance of price and supply
• Lead KPI plan and develop a strong Operating system to execute
• Support team with Inflation / deflation journey with analytics and gap closures to help drive productivity.
• Support during AOP build ups to standardize key commodity frameworks that are sustainable and easy to update and drive the Market model
• Support US and EMEA time zones
• Ensure global policy compliance.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 8 years of work experience in procurement, strategic sourcing or supply chain function.
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing procurement strategies
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills
• Knowledge of sourcing processes and tools, such as SAP and e-sourcing platforms
• International experience with exposure to high-growth regions
• Cross-functional experience in engineering/technology, operations, sales/marketing

PREFERRED

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• Prefer 2 years work experience in plastics, not a requirement.
• Experience working in a matrixed organization
• Bring a growth mindset, Sence of urgency and creative attitude to change the status Quo.
• Professional certifications in procurement, supply chain, or contract management
• Demonstrated business and financial acumen
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies
• Strong knowledge of the semiconductor industry
• Ability to lead change and build high-performing teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities

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Additional Information

• JOB ID: HRD263077
• Category: Procurement
• Location: 855 S Mint St,Charlotte,North Carolina,28202,United States
• Exempt

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.