Procurement Buyer

Questions:

Question 1 : Share about a time when you worked in a complex organization: how did you navigate finding the right stakeholders to garner support to implement a change or complete a project

Question 2 : Can you give me an example of a new strategy youve implemented that was intended to cut costs and/or increase profits

Question 3 : What metrics do you consider the most important when conducting supplier evaluations

Question 4 : Tell me about a time when you worked very hard to make a tight deadline.

Question 5 : Tell me about the last time someone gave you negative feedback about your performance. How did you react 

Question 6 How much experience do you have reviewing drawings and blueprints

Question 7 How many suppliers have you managed at one time in your previous roles and what was the commodity

Job description:

As a Procurement Buyer here at Honeywell you will be responsible for managing and executing the organizations procurement and purchasing activities at a strategic level. 

This position plays a pivotal part in ensuring efficient procurement processes cost-effectiveness and strategic alignment within the procurement function. 

You will oversee complex procurement projects manage a team of procurement professionals and collaborate with various stakeholders to achieve procurement objectives.

You will report directly to our Procurement Manager and you will work out of our Urbana OH location on a Hybrid work schedule.

It is a full-time hybrid position 3 in the office and 2 remote. For the first 90 days it is on site only.

In this role you are essential in optimizing procurement practices enhancing profitability and securing a reliable and agile supply chain making your expertise an indispensable asset to our organizations success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy that aligns with the organizations goals ensuring cost-effectiveness quality and supplier diversity.

Oversee and manage complex procurement projects from initiation to completion including supplier selection negotiations contract management and delivery ensuring project goals are met within scope budget and timeline.

Provide guidance to a team of procurement professionals including buyers purchasing agents and coordinators ensuring the successful execution of procurement projects.

Foster and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure a reliable and responsive supply chain addressing concerns and resolving issues.

Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to relevant regulations compliance standards and internal policies maintaining accurate and organized records.

Establish and enforce quality control standards in procurement processes conducting regular inspections and performance assessments..

Leverage technology solutions such as procurement software and analytics to enhance procurement processes monitoring and reporting.

Qualifications :

MUST HAVE:

1-3 years experience in procurement and project management

Proven track record of successfully managing complex procurement projects.

In-depth knowledge of procurement strategies strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management.

Additional Information :

WE VALUE:

Bachelors or advanced degree in Business Supply Chain Management or a related field.

Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities

Ability to work independently and make sound decisions

Strong analytical and data-driven mindset

Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Continuous learning and self-development

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract