Procurement Leader - Europe

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Honeywell seeks a Senior Director of Strategic Sourcing for Europe to drive procurement strategy that delivers cost savings, improves supplier performance, and ensures supply chain continuity from onsite in Switzerland. You will develop and execute annual and strategic procurement plans aligned with business goals, lead sourcing transitions to optimize the supply base and reduce sole source risk, negotiate contracts, and build a high performing team while partnering with engineering, operations, and sales. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in procurement or strategic sourcing, strong leadership, proven cost savings and working capital improvements, experience with SAP and e-sourcing tools, and international exposure. To apply, quantify impact with clear STAR examples, tailor your resume to savings and transitions, and demonstrate change leadership and communication. We value diversity and offer accommodations on request.

As a Senior Director of Strategic Sourcing at Honeywell, you will play a critical role in driving the procurement strategy and initiatives to achieve cost savings, improve supplier performance, and ensure supply chain continuity. In this role, you will have a significant impact on the financial performance of the business through the delivery of cost savings, working capital improvement, and supplier quality. You will be accountable for developing and executing annual and strategic procurement plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives. You will guide sourcing transition initiatives to optimize the supply base, achieve the lowest total cost, and reduce sole/single source risk. Additionally, you will drive improvements in sourcing processes and performance through effective management operating systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual and strategic procurement plans
• Ensure alignment of procurement strategies with business objectives
• Lead sourcing transition initiatives to optimize the supply base and reduce risk
• Participate in new supplier search and development
• Drive supplier negotiation and contract management
• Recruit, develop, and retain top talent in the procurement team
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to align sourcing strategies
• Improve sourcing processes and performance through effective management operating systems
• Communicate and report transition progress to senior leadership

You Must Have 

• 10+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing procurement strategies
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills
• Knowledge of sourcing processes and tools, such as SAP and e-sourcing platforms
• International experience with exposure to high-growth regions
• Cross-functional experience in engineering/technology, operations, sales/marketing

We Value

• Master's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• Professional certifications in procurement, supply chain, or contract management
• Demonstrated business and financial acumen
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies
• Strong knowledge of the semiconductor industry
• Ability to drive change and build high-performing teams
• Excellent communication and people-oriented skills
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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