Strategic Sourcing Manager

Overview 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. About Honeywell Honeywell International Inc. (NYSE: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world’s most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. 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 in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe. Learn more here: 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: US Person Requirement Due to compliance with export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a US person which is defined as a US Citizen, a US permanent resident, or have protected status in the US under asylum or refugee status 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr