Sr Strategic Sourcing & Category Management Specialist

Strategic Sourcing Manager

Establish and drive procurement of material and services in alignment with business leadership for Buy-to-Sell (BTS) categories as per Annual Operating Plan and Strategic Plan. Execute global functional transformation to create a strong supply base for BTS products and subcontracting solutions

Analyze business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and developing strategies to enhance efficiency and productivity. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of business operations, ERP and e-Sourcing tools. You will be managing several projects in dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing

• Drive execution of Annual and Strategic Plan for assigned categories/commodities
• Develop Commodity Strategies including spend analysis, Benchmarking, Cost, Market Analysis and Global Technology / Economic trends
• Ensure Supplier selection, RFQ and RFI process, Negotiation, Contracting and supplier performance processes are followed
• Improve Working Capital thru Payment Terms extensions, Payment cycle optimization, Vendor Managed Inventories Inventory, supplier rationalization and Lead time reductions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and gather detailed business requirements
• Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform business decisions.
• Develop and document business process models to illustrate current and future states.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to ongoing optimization efforts.
• Propose and design technical and process solutions that meet business needs and objectives.
• Work with functional stakeholders to implement commodity/category strategies and ensure they align with business goals.
• Communicate findings, recommendations, and project updates to stakeholders and executives.

Business Analysis

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and gather detailed business requirements
• Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform business decisions.
• Develop and document business process models to illustrate current and future states.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to ongoing optimization efforts.
• Propose and design technical and process solutions that meet business needs and objectives.
• Work with functional stakeholders to implement commodity/category strategies and ensure they align with business goals.
• Communicate findings, recommendations, and project updates to stakeholders and executives.

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• 3 or more years' experience in strategic sourcing & category/commodity management
• Project Management and/or Contract Management Experience
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with business process modeling and documentation tools.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Hands on experience in developing & deploying category/commodity strategies

WE VALUE

• Bachelors Degree
• BTS Sourcing experience is valued for this Role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.
• Professional Certifications in Project/Supply Chain/ Procurement/Contract Management
• Strong communication and Negotiation skills to manage suppliers and influence internal stake holder to implement and create opportunities Management/Sourcing/Procurement/Business
• Demonstrated Business and financial acumen
• Experience with SAP or site relevant ERP systems, E Sourcing Platforms, Request for Quotation Tools, Project Management Tools
• Experience with Six Sigma and Lean Tools

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 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.

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: June 16, 2026.

Required Skills

• Category Management
• Category Strategy Development
• Contract Management
• Global Procurement
• Negotiation Skills
• Vendor Management

About Us

Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments powered by our Honeywell Forge software that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.

Job Info

• Job Identification 147604
• Job Category Procurement
• Posting Date 06/17/2026, 01:31 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 715 Peachtree Street, N.E., Atlanta, GA, 30308, US 855 S Mint 855 S Mint St, Charlotte, NC, 28202, US (Hybrid)
• Hire Eligibility Internal and External
• Relocation Package None