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Job Title


Sr Procurement Buyer


Company : Honeywell Aerospace US LLC


Location : Urbana, IL


Created : 2026-04-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

The future is what you make it. When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future. As a Senior Procurement Buyer you will be responsible for overseeing strategic level suppliers, ensuring efficient procurement processes, cost-effectiveness, and strategic alignment within the procurement function. You will manage complex procurement projects and collaborate with various stakeholders to achieve procurement objectives. You will report directly to our site procurement supervisor and work out of our Urbana, OH location on a hybrid 3"‘day on"‘site and 2"‘day remote work schedule. Responsibilities Maintain reporting for root"‘cause analysis and countermeasure implementation to solve complex problems, including process management and escalation with internal and external stakeholders. Monitor and control procurement costs, seek cost"‘saving opportunities, negotiate favorable terms, and optimize resource allocation. Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy that aligns with the organization's goals, ensuring cost"‘effectiveness, quality, and supplier diversity. Collaborate with department key leaders to support supply continuity and compliance, meeting Key Performance Indicator targets by mitigating risk of downtime, supply gaps, and customer impacts through rapid countermeasure development. 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 that align with our QMS. Leverage technology solutions, such as procurement software and analytics, to enhance procurement processes, monitoring, and reporting. Continually develop communication networks, both internal and external, to ensure operational success and department awareness. Work with Suppliers, Quality, Engineering, Fabrication, Spec Ops, Product Offering, and Sales when implementing input changes that will generate changepoints to buyer"‘controlled suppliers. Qualifications YOU MUST HAVE Minimum of 4+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management Strong negotiation and contract management skills Excellent leadership and team management abilities Proficient in procurement software and tools Ability to thrive in a fast"‘paced environment, addressing many signals to ensure supply continuity WE VALUE Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field Ability to prioritize tasks and work with limited direction Ability to troubleshoot complex problems in a team"‘based work environment Knowledge of AS9100 and experience with QMS Collect data and apply business knowledge to solve a range of problems Effectively sell ideas, securing buy"‘in from individuals or teams Strategic thinking and problem"‘solving abilities Experience with SAP Strong analytical and data"‘driven mindset Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Continuous learning and self"‘development Benefits of Working for Honeywell 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 includes employer"‘subsidised Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short"‘Term and Long"‘Term Disability; 401(k) match; Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Accounts; Educational Assistance; Parental Leave; Paid Time Off; and Paid Holidays. About Honeywell Honeywell International Inc. (NYSE: HON) invents and commercialises technologies that address some of the world's most critical challenges across energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanisation. We are a leading software"‘industrial company committed to introducing state"‘of"‘the"‘art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability and safety in high"‘growth businesses within broad"‘based industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people worldwide. US Person Requirements Candidate must be a U.S. person, defined as a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or someone with protected status under asylum or refugee status. Honeywell is an equal"‘opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, colour, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr