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Sr Strategic Sourcing & Category Management Specialist

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Hybrid
Atlanta, GA
Senior level
Hybrid
Atlanta, GA
Senior level
Lead strategic sourcing and category management for Buy-to-Sell categories: develop commodity strategies, run RFQ/RFI/negotiations, optimize working capital, analyze business processes, design process/technical solutions, and manage cross-functional projects to implement supplier and category strategies.
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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. For more information visit: https://benefits.honeywell.com/


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.

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