["Lead Strategic Sourcing Specialist","Lead Strategic Sourcing Specialist"]

THE BUSINESS

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 ona 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 board90% 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.

Control Systems Business Group

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space - from engines and cockpit electronics to cabin systems, mechanical components and connectivity solutions. Our technology helps operators fly more safely, reduce fuel consumption, improve on-time performance and deliver a better experience for the people on board.

As aviation continues to evolve, we're also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. Explore our businesses:

Control Systems develops the thermal and motion control systems that help aircraft take off, land safely and protect the people on board. With more than 10 million passengers per day flying on aircraft equipped with our products and more than 75% of commercial flights beginning with our engine start systems, Control Systems reaches farther across the aviation industry than most people realize.

THE POSITION

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

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute a global Machining sourcing strategy for your commodity group, to realize a challenging Annual Operating Plan and Strategic Annual Plan.

• Build, maintain, and own relationships with owner and executive level of our highly competitive and consolidated supply base partners.

• Teach, mentor, and develop future leaders in strategic sourcing worldwide.

• Report directly to the Sr. Director, Strategic Sourcing for the Electronic Hybrid Category with an annual spend of ~$1.0B Annually.

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENT

Due to compliance with US export control laws, candidate must be 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/refugee status.

YOU MUST HAVE

• 5+ years' experience in Subcontracts, Procurement and/or Supplier Management

• Due to export control regulations, this position requires US citizenship status

WE VALUE:

• Bachelor's Degree BS or BA, in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Contract Administration, or Engineering Discipline

• Graduate Degrees in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Contract Administration, or Engineering Discipline

• Experience leading and closing formal negotiations (price, schedule, payment terms, supplier exceptions to contractual flow down requirements, and standard Terms and Conditions).

• Experience developing, communicating, and executing an end-to-end global supply chain sourcing strategy for a large complex supplier or a Electronic Hybrid category, by assessing global market conditions, current state and desired future state, business objectives, supplier capabilities, and emerging technologies, and then develop strategic priorities to close any gaps.

• Experience managing supplier performance throughout the subcontracting lifecycle from new product development to production, and closeout phases

• Deep Engineering and Technical Product Expertise in the design and redesign of Machining parts including: Housings, Gears, Shafts, Diffusers and in some cases complex assemblies.

• Proven ability to proactively address obsolescence through redesign or alternate sourcing strategies with minimal disruption and experience mitigating design and qualification costs at the product level by leveraging form-fit-function equivalency or through strategic change control.

• Demonstrated success repositioning or transitioning build-to-print (BTP) components or subassemblies to new suppliers while preserving performance and compliance requirements.

• Understanding of IP constraints, technical data packages (TDPs), and build-to-print vs. build-to-spec nuances.

• Ability to assess and negotiate technical ownership, data rights, and tooling obligations with suppliers.

• Familiarity with intellectual property law, especially in relation to aerospace electronics and supplier ownership of design.

• Skilled in contract interpretation and able to secure, identify and preserve Honeywell's rights to technical data and production continuity.

• Strong supplier relationship management (SRM) capabilities, including past experience developing long-term strategic partnerships and managing performance.

• Experience with category strategy development, segmentation, and supplier capability classification.

• Ability to define and implement supply base strategies aligned with business needs and technology roadmaps.

• Proficient in conducting market intelligence research, cost benchmarking, and technology trend analysis for electronic hybrid categories.

• Skilled at synthesizing large datasets into visual, actionable insights to inform sourcing strategies and executive decision-making.

• Strong project management skills with PMP certification preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects involving engineering, legal, quality, and supply chain teams from concept to execution.

BENEFITS

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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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.