Strategic Sourcing Specialist

As a Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist here at Honeywell, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies to drive cost savings, improve supplier performance, and ensure supply chain continuity. Collaborate with stakeholders and manage supplier relationships. You will report directly to our Director Strategic Sourcing, and you’ll work out of our Prague, Czechia location on a Hybrid work schedule.

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space. We operate through three business areas: 
• Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology on board 90% of the world's aircraft 
• Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep those aircraft flying 
• Control Systems supplies the thermal and motion control systems that support takeoff, landing and the safety of everyone on board
With approximately 58,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, we are also advancing systems for autonomous and supersonic platforms — bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com

• Define Supplier Segmentation and Growth, Maintain and Exit suppliers for the region and coordinate actions with Global Strategy Integration team to execute this strategy year over year.
• Rationalize supplier portfolio and identify risk areas: subsequently adapt strategy within its commodity and define dual sourcing and transition required. Select Honeywell's future suppliers across the globe to support our future development: outsourcing or offset.
• Implement contracts with all suppliers to drive productivity and meet yearly AOP (Annual Operating plan).
• Implement Multi years plans (STRAP) through contract penetration to increase year over year productivity.
• Reach yearly productivity target established through various actions: transition / negotiation / Value Engineering.
• Create opportunities within the portfolio of suppliers to achieve productivity targets and also implement / develop new technology through strategic agreement where applicable.
• Create a pipeline of new Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) opportunities in combination of extending the payment terms to increase companies cash flow.
• Create vision and strategy to achieve innovations and technological advances that improve quality, reduce flow-time, improve productivity, and enhance operational surety.
• Assure adequate support services are provided by other organizations such as Honeywell production sites located across the Globe, with primary units in Olomouc, Yeovil and Raunheim.
• Ensure full adherence to all Companies compliance rules and regulations.

• Degree in Economics, Business, or Mechanical Engineering; Bc. or Ing. qualification preferred.
• 4+ years of direct or indirect sourcing experience in a corporate environment, ideally within the aerospace sector.
• Hands-on experience with direct commodities such as sheet metal, castings, forgings, machining, assemblies, raw materials, bearings, electronics, and related categories.
• Proven tactical and strategic sourcing experience, including negotiation of terms and conditions, contracts, and pricing agreements.
• Availability to travel to our suppliers in UK and across Europe (about 25%) 
• Experience supporting successful new product transitions, including alignment with internal and external stakeholders and securing required approvals.
• Fluent English at C1 level, including commercial and technical communication; additional languages are an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• SAP knowledge is an advantage.

We Value:

• Analytical and business judgment: Ability to summarize complex situations and business cases clearly, supported by strong analytical thinking and logical negotiation skills.
• Adaptability and prioritization: Comfortable managing multiple priorities, responding to changing business needs, and adjusting quickly to ad hoc requirements.
• Cross-cultural collaboration: Ability to work effectively in complex, multicultural environments and engage stakeholders across different teams and regions.
• Crisis and issue management: Capable of managing urgent supplier or delivery challenges, including recovery plans, delivery disruptions, and sudden supplier price increases.
• Leadership and execution: Experience leading multiple transitions and aligning people around shared goals to deliver successful outcomes.
• Drive and accountability: Self-motivated, resilient, and committed to achieving KPI targets with a strong “never give up” mindset.

Please note that due to export restrictions, we will only be able to take into consideration applicants with an EU, UK or US citizenship.

We Offer:

• Enjoy 25 vacation days per year
• Meal allowance
• Benefit Plus Cafeteria Card available to all employees
• To promote health and wellbeing we provide life insurance coverage, employer contribution to Pension saving scheme or long-term investment product (DIP)
• Multisport Card, Makro Card, discount at T-Mobile tariffs and multiple discount programs in our partner network
• Fresh fruit twice a week
• 3+ hybrid work arrangement to support your work-life balance
• Flexible working hours
• Work in international environment
• Recognition & Referral bonus programs
• Employee Assistance Program - Free and confidential service to help with any difficulties regarding work, life and personal or family matters
• Honeywell Learning & Development Center – learning platform with over 10,000 courses from Udemy
• Frequent Employee Engagement activities fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment
• Global employee networks to help you connect and grow
• Comprehensive induction, ongoing training, and development to set you up for success, in-house and external learning platforms supporting development opportunities

About Honeywell Aerospace

Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution. 
Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.
Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next. Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

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

Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation, and diversity!

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