Sr Procurement Buyer

Honeywell International - Mason, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Mason, OH

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

As a Senior Procurement Buyer at Honeywell, you will oversee and direct the organization's procurement and purchasing activities at a strategic level. Your role is pivotal in ensuring efficient procurement processes, cost-effectiveness, and strategic alignment within the procurement function. You will lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals, manage complex procurement projects, and collaborate with various stakeholders to achieve procurement objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy that aligns with the organization's goals, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and supplier diversity.
• Oversee complex procurement projects from initiation to completion, including supplier selection, negotiations, contract management, and delivery, ensuring project goals are met within scope, budget, and timeline.
• Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals, including buyers, purchasing agents, and coordinators, ensuring their growth and the successful execution of procurement projects.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conduct due diligence, and negotiate terms to secure cost-effective and high-quality purchases.
• Monitor and control procurement costs, seek cost-saving opportunities, negotiate favorable terms, and optimize resource allocation.
• Foster and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure a reliable and responsive supply chain, addressing concerns and resolving issues.
• Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to relevant regulations, compliance standards, and internal policies, maintaining accurate and organized records.
• Establish and enforce quality control standards in procurement processes, conducting regular inspections and performance assessments.
• Manage the procurement budget, allocate resources efficiently, and seek cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality standards.
• Leverage technology solutions, such as procurement software and analytics, to enhance procurement processes, monitoring, and reporting.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale procurement operations
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities
• Proficient in procurement software and tools

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to drive change and lead cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical and data-driven mindset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Continuous learning and self-development

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Mental Health
• Paid Vacation
• 401k Plan/Retirement Benefits (as per regional policy)
• Career Growth
• Professional Development