The posting
Job Description
Sr. Procurement Buyer – Indirect Castings & Forgings
Position Summary
The Sr. Procurement Buyer – Indirect Castings & Forgings is responsible for managing the day-to-day procurement and supplier coordination activities associated with castings and forgings supplied through machining suppliers. This role serves as the primary operational contact between machining suppliers, casting and forging manufacturers, and internal stakeholders to ensure uninterrupted material flow, timely purchase order execution, and effective resolution of supply-related issues.
The position plays a critical role in supporting production continuity by maintaining visibility into supplier commitments, delivery performance, capacity constraints, tooling readiness, and supply risks. The Sr. Procurement Buyer will proactively monitor order execution, manage escalations, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive supplier accountability and continuous improvement.
Typical KPIs
- On-Time Delivery (OTD)
- PO Acknowledgment Compliance
- Supplier Past Due Reduction
- Critical Shortage Recovery Rate
- Premium Freight Reduction
- Supplier Scorecard Performance
- Inventory Availability
- Production Disruption Avoidance
- Capacity Risk Mitigation
- Forecast Accuracy Support
This level would typically report to the Manager, Indirect Procurement – Castings & Forgings and serve as the primary execution lead for a portfolio of casting and forging suppliers.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Order Management
- Manage procurement activities for castings and forgings supporting machining suppliers.
- Ensure purchase orders are accurately placed, acknowledged, and executed according to business requirements.
- Track order status, supplier commitments, production schedules, and delivery performance.
- Coordinate forecasts and demand requirements with suppliers to support capacity planning and production needs.
- Monitor supplier lead times and shipment schedules to ensure material availability.
- Review supplier order confirmations and identify potential shortages or delivery risks.
- Support management of NREs, tooling investments, and production readiness activities.
Supplier Performance Management
- Monitor supplier performance metrics including delivery, quality, responsiveness, and capacity utilization.
- Conduct regular operational reviews with machining suppliers and casting/forging manufacturers.
- Drive corrective actions and recovery plans for missed deliveries and supply disruptions.
- Maintain supplier scorecards and performance reporting.
- Support supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Supply Risk Management
- Identify potential supply constraints, capacity limitations, and operational risks.
- Develop mitigation and contingency plans to prevent production interruptions.
- Monitor supplier financial, operational, and geopolitical risks.
- Escalate critical supplier issues and shortages to leadership with recommended recovery actions.
- Coordinate emergency recovery activities during supply interruptions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Strategic Sourcing teams to resolve supply-related issues.
- Support engineering changes, supplier transitions, and new product introduction activities.
- Facilitate communication between machining suppliers and casting/forging manufacturers to ensure alignment on production priorities and delivery requirements.
- Participate in capacity reviews, business planning discussions, and supplier strategy meetings.
Data Analytics & Reporting
- Maintain procurement dashboards and reports for supplier performance, delivery commitments, and supply risks.
- Analyze supplier performance trends and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Provide regular updates to management regarding supply status, recovery plans, and critical risks.
- Support development of executive-level reporting and business reviews.
Qualifications
YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field required.
- 5+ years of procurement, supply chain, supplier management, or sourcing experience.
- Experience supporting castings, forgings, machining, metals, or industrial manufacturing supply chains preferred.
- Experience managing supplier relationships and purchase order execution.
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent.
WE VALUE
- Understanding of castings, forgings, machining processes, and manufacturing supply chains.
- Knowledge of procurement, supplier management, and inventory planning concepts.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and data analysis tools.
Benefits working for Honeywell Aerospace:
Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes: • Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance • Short-term and long-term disability coverage • 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts • Employee assistance program and educational assistance • Parental leave and 12 paid holidays • Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time
Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/
The annual base salary range for this position is $85k - $128k. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
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. Posting Date: 09/30/2026.
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.
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.
