Program Director – Horizontals

The Program Director – Horizontals will lead strategic growth initiatives across Process Automation by driving Competitive Displacement, Safety, Fire & Gas (F&G), and TSI (Total Solutions Integration) portfolios. The role is responsible for end-to-end program leadership, aligning cross-functional teams to accelerate customer acquisition, expand installed base penetration, and deliver differentiated solutions across global markets.

This role will sit in H ouston, TX and work on a hybrid work schedule.

This is a global role with high visibility across Process Automation leadership, directly impacting growth acceleration and competitive positioning.

• Define and drive global growth strategies across Competitive Displacement, Safety, F&G, and TSI portfolios.
• Lead cross-functional programs aligning sales, product, engineering, and strategy teams.
• Drive competitive displacement initiatives and installed base expansion.
• Build and manage executive-level customer relationships and strategic partnerships.
• Lead global program execution, governance, and performance tracking.
• Identify risks and ensure timely mitigation to achieve growth targets.

• Increased pipeline and revenue growth across horizontals.
• Improved win rates and competitive displacement success.
• Expansion of installed base and upsell opportunities.
• Stronger customer relationships and market penetration.

• 10+ years experience in Process or Industrial Automation.
• Proven experience in business development, program leadership, or strategy.
• Ability to influence without authority in matrix organizations.
• Strong commercial and customer engagement skills.
• Data-driven decision-making and problem-solving.
• Strategic thinking with strong execution focus.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or related field.
• Strong understanding of DCS/PLC, Safety, F&G, and TSI solutions.

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: BENEFITS AT HONEYWELL

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.

Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.