Honeywell

Operational Excellence Consultant (Director)

Honeywell$186K — $266K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in operational excellence or Lean systems, with over 4 years in leadership roles
  • Willingness to travel up to 75%
  • Master Practitioner level in Lean tools
  • Strong expertise in Lean manufacturing and proven change management track record
  • Experience in leading Kaizen events and improvement workshops
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Familiarity with ERP and supply chain best practices
  • U.S. citizenship or eligibility for export approval due to control laws.

Responsibilities

  • Support and coach AOS leaders in implementation and roll-out activities
  • Collaborate with leadership to align AOS priorities and targets
  • Facilitate training courses and improvement events
  • Coach key enablers in Lean Six Sigma methodologies
  • Drive method development in supply chain or R&D
  • Lead change projects ensuring effective execution
  • Implement initiatives for digital transformation and process improvement

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Educational assistance programs
  • Generous paid time off including parental leave and 12 holidays
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
Full Job Description
Job Description

Operational Excellence Consultant

As an Operational Excellence Consultant, you will play a vital role in this evolution. You will help teams make an impact, make real connections, and make the best version of themselves-driving meaningful improvements, coaching AOS behaviors, and enabling Honeywell Aerospace to climb higher, together.

As an Operational Excellence Consultant here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will be a critical leader in the development and enterprise-wide deployment for the Aerospace Operating System (AOS), driving the transformation of operational performance across the business.

You will partner closely with site level AOS leaders and business stakeholders to establish the AOS roadmap, align strategic priorities, and enable scalable implementation across functions including Integrated Supply Chain (ISC), R&D, and Commercial.

As the key thought leader and change agent, this individual will coach leaders, drive method development and continuous improvement initiatives, and optimize end-to-end business and supply chain processes spanning procurement, production, distribution, and logistics to support long-term growth, operational efficiency, and cultural transformation.

This position may be performed remotely; however, travel is required up to 75%.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support & coach AOS Leaders to drive overall AOS roll-out of unit, set-up implementation roadmap and coordinate transition activities in the unit
  • Collaborate with the AOS Leader and align with the Head of Unit on their priorities and plans to achieve operational, financial, and strategic targets
  • Actively supports AOS Agile Action Plan(s) to deliver on Performance Improvement targets of units
  • Create impact through facilitation of training courses and Kaizen Improvement Events
  • Qualify & coach AOS Key Enablers on AOS Methods and the Lean Six Sigma mindset
  • Drives AOS Method development and improvement in a focus area of expertise, e.g. ISC, R&D or Commercial
  • Act as AOS thought leader for cultural change
  • Lead and manage strategic and tactical change projects, ensuring effective planning, execution, and delivery.
  • Apply Lean Management-based business systems (such as DBS, HOS, and the Toyota Production System) to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Conduct process and management consulting to identify improvement opportunities and optimize business workflows.
  • Communicate effectively across the organization, collaborating with stakeholders in both the local language and English.
  • Lead Supply Chain Excellence Initiatives: Drive the end-to-end supply chain Honeywell Manufacturing Excellence Roadmap, executing initiatives related to demand planning, procurement, production planning, inventory management, and logistics optimization.
  • Support Strategy Deployment: Collaborate with the site leadership team to deploy strategies effectively, establishing and coaching critical initiatives (A3's), Tier accountability processes, and leading GEMBA walks to enhance structured problem-solving techniques.
  • Digital Transformation and Innovation: Identify and oversee initiatives aimed at implementing digitalization, data analytics, and process optimization across all supply chains, driving efficiencies and best practices.
  • Continuous Improvement Collaboration: Work alongside cross-functional teams to initiate and sustain continuous improvement initiatives, actively reducing waste while implementing innovative practices.
  • Performance Monitoring: Monitor and analyze key supply chain performance metrics to pinpoint areas for improvement, reinforcing corrective actions where necessary.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies to maintain operational integrity and excellence.


Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE:
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience, with more than 4 years of leadership experience with Lean Manufacturing, Lean Business Systems, Consultancy or Operational Excellence.
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% for business needs.
  • 4 or more years of relevant leadership experience in Lean manufacturing, Lean supply chain, or strategic change projects.
  • Master Practitioner level of competency in the fundamental Lean tools
  • Hands on experience in organizing and conducting Kaizen events and improvement workshops, coaching, and supporting change initiatives.
  • Strong expertise in Lean manufacturing, with a proven track record of implementation and change management.
  • Demonstrated people leadership experience in providing guidance, coaching, and mentoring direct and/or indirect reports.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach.
  • Ability to inspire change & influence without authority.
  • Results and quality orientation.
  • Familiarity with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems and other relevant software solutions.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of industry best practices, emerging trends, and technologies within supply chain management.
  • Due to US export control laws, candidates must be U.S. citizen, perm resident, protected status under asylum/refugee, OR can obtain export approval.


WE VALUE:
  • A Bachelor's degree in Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.. Master's of Business Administration is preferred.
  • Strong leadership qualities, capable of inspiring and uniting teams towards common goals.
  • A proven history of driving operational excellence and delivering substantial results.
  • The ability to effectively juggle multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines.
  • Robust problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, with a strong focus on operational efficiencies.
  • A continuous improvement mindset complemented by a genuine passion for driving positive change.


The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Connecticut, and Hawaii is $186,000-$232,000. For Washington and most major metropolitan areas in New York & California, the annual base salary range is $213,900-$266,800. 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.

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 paid Holidays. For more information visit: Benefits at Honeywell

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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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Joining Honeywell offers more than just job opportunities; it's a chance to grow with a company known for leadership in innovation and diversity. As a global leader, Honeywell is where your professional journey can reach new heights through a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

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Net Income
$4.7 billion
Founded
1906
5 Year Trend
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