Job DescriptionAs a Senior Director Materials Management here at Honeywell, you will lead the strategic oversight and execution of the entire materials management function within our Industrial Automation business. You will drive supply chain excellence by optimizing procurement, inventory, and logistics to ensure seamless material availability that supports production and operational goals.
You will report directly to the VP ISC and you'll work out of our Charlotte, NC location on a hybrid work schedule.
In this role, you will significantly impact operational efficiency and cost management by ensuring the uninterrupted flow of materials critical to production. Your leadership will enhance supply chain resilience and contribute to the overall success and competitiveness of the Industrial Automation business unit.
ResponsibilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Develop and implement comprehensive materials management strategies that align with the Industrial Automation business objectives and drive continuous improvement.
- Collaborate closely with production, quality, finance, and procurement teams to forecast demand, plan procurement, and manage vendor relationships effectively.
- Oversee inventory management to minimize excess and obsolete stock while ensuring material availability meets production schedules.
- Manage end-to-end procurement activities including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and cost control to secure reliable and cost-effective supply chains.
- Ensure efficient and timely transportation and logistics of materials to support production and operational needs.
- Identify and implement process improvements leveraging technology and industry best practices to enhance materials management efficiency.
QualificationsYOU MUST HAVE- Extensive experience (15 plus years) in leadership materials management, procurement, and logistics with proven success in optimizing supply chain operations.
- Strong expertise in managing complex supply chains within industrial or automation sectors, including demand forecasting and inventory optimization.
- Proficiency with materials management software and ERP systems to drive data-driven decision making and operational efficiency.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective and timely material supply.
WE VALUE- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
- Experience leading large teams and driving transformational change within materials management or supply chain organizations.
- Knowledge of strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and logistics management in an industrial automation environment.
- Strong analytical skills with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
THE BUSINESS UNITHoneywell Industrial Automation enables process industry operations, creates world-class sensor technologies, automates supply chains, makes warehouses smarter, and improves worker safety. This combination builds on our core strengths in controls and automation technologies which in turn allows us to deliver better commercial outcomes for our customers. We enable customers to enhance the safety, sustainability, resiliency and productivity of their people, plants and assets.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELLIn 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. Learn more
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.
