Honeywell

Director Logistics

Honeywell$135K — $160K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in logistics, warehouse operations, or supply chain leadership.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing or aerospace.
  • Strong ERP systems expertise (SAP, Oracle).
  • Experience in material stores and inventory management.
  • Proficient in KPI-driven operations and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Lead site logistics operations including warehousing and transportation.
  • Ensure smooth material flow from receiving to shipment.
  • Direct teams to maintain inventory accuracy and material availability.
  • Develop logistics strategies that align with operational goals.
  • Drive inventory optimization initiatives to support production continuity.

Benefits

  • Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) match with flexible spending and health savings accounts.
  • Employee assistance and educational assistance programs.
  • Parental leave and 12 paid holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Logistics to lead all logistics, warehousing, material stores, inventory management, transportation, and ERP-enabled supply chain execution activities for the Engines Aerospace site. This role is responsible for ensuring the efficient flow of materials throughout the manufacturing and distribution network while supporting operational excellence, inventory accuracy, customer delivery performance, and regulatory compliance.

The Director of Logistics will provide leadership for Material Stores operations, logistics planning, inventory control, warehouse management, transportation, and ERP process governance. This leader will collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Procurement, Finance, Quality, and IT teams to optimize material flow and drive continuous improvement across the site.

A strong background in ERP systems leadership and implementation is required, with demonstrated experience leveraging ERP platforms to improve inventory visibility, transaction accuracy, planning effectiveness, and operational performance.

Responsibilities

Logistics & Material Stores Leadership
  • Lead all site logistics operations, including receiving, warehousing, material stores, inventory control, material handling, shipping, and transportation activities.
  • Ensure efficient material flow from receiving through production and final shipment.
  • Direct Material Stores teams to maintain inventory accuracy, material availability, and production support requirements.
  • Establish and monitor warehouse capacity, storage strategies, material replenishment processes, and logistics performance metrics.
  • Develop and execute logistics strategies that support operational growth, customer delivery commitments, and cost objectives.

Supply Chain & Inventory Management
  • Drive inventory optimization initiatives while maintaining service levels and production continuity.
  • Ensure effective execution of cycle counting, inventory audits, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
  • Partner with Procurement, Planning, and Operations teams to improve material availability and reduce shortages.
  • Lead inventory reduction, excess and obsolete inventory management, and working capital improvement initiatives.
  • Implement best practices in inventory accuracy, warehouse management, and material traceability.

ERP & Systems Leadership
  • Serve as the site logistics leader for ERP-related processes, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure accurate execution of inventory transactions, material movements, warehouse processes, and supply chain data management within ERP systems.
  • Lead ERP implementation, upgrade, integration, and optimization projects related to logistics and inventory management.
  • Partner with Digital, IT, and Supply Chain leadership teams to improve system utilization and business process effectiveness.
  • Establish system controls and compliance standards that support inventory integrity and operational excellence.

Operational Excellence
  • Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives across logistics and warehouse operations.
  • Develop KPIs and dashboards to monitor logistics performance, including:
  • Inventory Accuracy
  • On-Time Delivery
  • Warehouse Productivity
  • Logistics Cost
  • Cycle Count Performance
  • Material Availability
  • ERP Transaction Accuracy
  • Identify and eliminate process bottlenecks to improve efficiency and customer responsiveness.

Leadership & Talent Development
  • Build, develop, and lead high-performing teams across logistics and material stores functions.
  • Establish accountability for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory performance.
  • Coach managers and supervisors on operational leadership, employee development, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, engagement, and operational excellence.

Compliance & Risk Management
  • Ensure compliance with Honeywell policies, aerospace industry requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
  • Maintain adherence to inventory control, export compliance, transportation, and warehouse safety requirements.

Lead risk mitigation strategies related to material availability, logistics disruptions, and inventory accuracy.

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE
  • At least 10 years of progressive experience in logistics, warehouse operations, materials management, or supply chain leadership.
  • At least 5 years of leadership experience managing large teams in a manufacturing or aerospace environment.
  • Demonstrated ERP leadership experience (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) required.
  • Experience leading Material Stores, inventory management, and warehouse operations.
  • Strong knowledge of logistics, inventory control, material flow, and supply chain processes.
  • Experience managing KPI-driven operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Proven financial acumen and experience managing operational budgets.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and change management skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
  • Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related discipline.
  • Aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing experience.
  • SAP S/4HANA experience.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent certification.
  • APICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP, or related supply chain certification.
  • Experience supporting ERP implementations, conversions, or major system transformations.

WE VALUE

Key Competencies
  • Strategic Supply Chain Leadership
  • ERP Systems Expertise
  • Inventory and Warehouse Management
  • Material Stores Operations
  • Operational Excellence
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Change Leadership
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Financial and Business Acumen
  • Team Development and Coaching
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

Success Measures

The Director of Logistics will be evaluated on:
  • Inventory accuracy performance
  • On-time customer delivery
  • Material availability to production
  • Warehouse productivity and efficiency
  • ERP data accuracy and transaction compliance
  • Logistics cost management
  • Employee engagement and retention
  • Safety and quality performance
  • Continuous improvement results

This position plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the Engines Aerospace site's supply chain execution supports business growth, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements.

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

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.

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

About Honeywell

Honeywell Aerospace is an American company that manufactures aircraft engines, avionics, auxiliary power units (APUs), and other aviation products. The company’s product portfolio includes space equipment, turbine engines, auxiliary power units, brakes, wheels, synthetic vision, runway safety systems and other avionics. President Barack Obama awarded a Honeywell employee the National Medal of Technology for his contributions to air flight safety technology. The company also owns a number of patents related to NextGen technology, aircraft windshields, turbochargers, and more. Honeywell Aerospace was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.

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1906
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