Honeywell

Strategic Sourcing Manager

Honeywell • $90K — $120K *
Palmetto, FL 34221In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Reposted Yesterday
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, particularly in machining/fabrication operations.
  • 5+ years of negotiation and contract management experience.
  • 6+ years in managing supplier relationships and compliance with procurement standards.
  • Deep knowledge of machining processes, including CNC machining and fabrication methods.
  • 5+ years of evaluating machine suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance.
  • 5+ years of conducting technical assessments of machining components.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee procurement activities at the plant and manage a team of buyers.
  • Maintain bi-weekly supplier committee meetings and develop leadership connections.
  • Work closely with Global Category Sourcing Team to support supplier strategies.
  • Improve procurement operations with alignment from Global Procurement Operations.
  • Evaluate supplier risks and develop mitigation plans with cross-functional teams.
  • Drive contract strategies and lead negotiations with key suppliers.
  • Implement supplier scorecard systems and develop a Preferred Supplier List.

Benefits

  • Employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.
  • 401(k) matching program.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts options.
  • Educational Assistance program available.
  • Parental Leave and Paid Time Off including 12 Paid Holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a Strategic Sourcing Manager here at Honeywell, you will play a critical role in driving the procurement strategy and supplier relationships to optimize costs, quality, and delivery performance.

You will work out of our Palmetto, FL location on a Hybrid work schedule.

In this role, you will be the focal point for Direct Material Purchasing to Plant leadership and Plant cross functional lanes. Lead purchasing of raw materials and critical outsourcing for - CWHE - Port Manatee and oversee Source to Contract (Sourcing) and Pay to Procure (Purchasing Operations) activities at the plant.

Key Responsibilities
  • Day Shift 8am-5pm Monday - Friday
  • Overseeing the procurement activities (Sourcing and Purchasing Operations) at the plant. Manage a team of buyers to drive procurement excellence and drive productivity and working capital initiative across LNG Supply base. Managed Site Team buyers and report on their Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly KPI's. Oversee Buyers buying activities for the site and support as needed to cover gaps
  • Maintain Bi-weekly supplier committee meetings. Develop continuous leadership connect at plant leadership level - project management, ISC, production, quality, engineering and finance.
  • Work closely with HON Global Category Sourcing Team and support activities where applicable for alternate suppliers' selection, supplier strategies and new supplier qualification, and supply base expansion to support LNG business growth
  • Improve procurement operations with alignment from Global Procurement Operations (PR to PO conversion activity, PO Ack, Invoice Resolution, Supplier on time to Delivery)
  • Evaluate supplier risks and work with supplier and internal cross functional team on supplier's risk mitigation plan
  • Drive contract strategies with key strategic suppliers together with HON Global Category Sourcing Team. Lead negotiations for Key Strategic LNG Suppliers along with Global Category Purchasing Team alignment for Contracts, pricing, capacity, pay terms to achieve favorable outcome for the LNG business
  • Process improvement and integration of HON procurement processes into the LNG business at plant
  • Integrating the Honeywell UOP Supplier qualification model into LNG - supplier pre-qualification and audits and work closely with Global Category Sourcing Team on execution
  • Lead and/or Support reduction in Sole Source Suppliers and Value Engineering activities
  • Improve procurement operations with alignment from Global Procurement Operations
  • Monthly reporting on Productivity (savings from Engineering to Order - ETO) and Operations KPI's with alignment with Global Category Sourcing Team
  • Work closely with other departments like Engineering, Finance, ISC, Production, Quality and logistics to align purchasing activities with overall business.
  • Lead Steering Committee Meetings and highlight areas where need help from Global Category Sourcing Team and Purchasing project teams
  • Implement supplier score card system in alignment with Global Project Procurement
  • Develop LNG PSL and AVL with Global Category Sourcing Team
  • Identify and implement improvements to procurement processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Lead Supplier delivery shortage escalation within Purchasing Leadership and Plant Leadership during different forums like T4-T5, Weekly Project Progress meetings with ISC etc.
  • Coach and develop Site Buyers and provide support where we see roadblocks and involve appropriate cross functional leaders.
  • Travel up to 20%
  • Relocation assitance may be provided.

Must Have
  • 7 + years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, specifically in machining/fabrication operations.
  • 5+ years of negotiation and contract management skills.
  • 6+ years of managing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with procurement standards.
  • In-depth knowledge of machining processes, materials, and technologies, including CNC machining, tooling, and fabrication methods.
  • 5 + year's experience in evaluating machine suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance.
  • 5+ year's experience in conducting technical assessments of machining components to ensure compliance with engineering standards and project specifications.

We Value
  • Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale procurement operations in machining.
  • Strong analytical and data-driven mindset.
  • Proficiency in procurement software and tools relevant to machining procurement.
  • Ability to analyze machining specifications and requirements to ensure optimal sourcing decisions.
  • Ability to drive change and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications to assess machining requirements and capabilities.

Qualifications

Benefits of Working for Honeywell

In addition to a performance-driven salary, cutting-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: https://benefits.honeywell.com/

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. Job Posting Date: May 28, 2026

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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Learn more about Honeywell
Size
99,000 employees
Market Cap
$143.4 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$4.7 billion
Founded
1906
5 Year Trend
-2.6%
Revenue
$32.6 billion
NASDAQ
HON
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