Procurement Buyer

Job Description

CAES by Honeywell is seeking a full‑time Buyer I/II for our San Diego location. This role involves collaborating across multiple departments, planning, scheduling, and monitoring the movement of materials through the production cycle to determine required material purchases. The scope includes obtaining materials using engineering and production schedules to maintain inventory at planned levels such as just‑in‑time purchases and use of economic order quantities.

Responsibilities include resolving discrepancies, ensuring material standards are met, gathering quotations, examining bids, making award decisions, evaluating supplier reliability, and developing new supply sources where competition does not currently exist. The position requires building positive relationships with key suppliers to improve quality, costs, service, and preserve Department of Defense (DOD) certification.

• Review material requirements and place purchase orders to support production schedules.
• Source suppliers, obtain quotes, and ensure timely and cost‑effective procurement of materials.
• Monitor ERP signals and requisitions; flag and elevate potential production delays.
• Track and expedite open orders, resolving issues related to delivery, quality, or invoicing.
• Maintain accurate supplier and pricing information in ERP.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and suppliers to ensure supply chain continuity.
• Participate in daily team meetings and provide material status updates as needed.
• Support safety and continuous improvement efforts within the department.

• Associate’s degree.
• 4+ years of purchasing experience, including a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading cost‑savings initiatives.
• Experience leading or mentoring Lean initiatives.
• Intermediate Excel proficiency, including familiarity with pivot tables.
• Access permission under U.S. export laws (i.e., a U.S. Person).

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of SAP.
• Strong proficiency with Lean manufacturing methodologies and practices.
• CPM, CPIM, or ISM certifications.
• Aerospace, defense, or automotive industry purchasing, operations, or supply‑chain experience.
• Strong analytical, time‑management, and communication skills for a matrix environment.
• Experience negotiating and solving within the electronics industry to build strong relationships internally and with customers.
• Experience dealing with the NPI process.

The annual base salary range for this position is $55,800 – $69,700. This figure serves as a general guideline;
Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including scope and responsibilities, experience, education, and market conditions.

In addition to a performance‑driven salary, Honeywell offers a comprehensive benefits package including employer‑subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability; 401(k) match; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; EAP; educational assistance; parental leave; paid time off; paid holidays; and a possible 9/80 schedule.

The application period is estimated to be 40 days from posting; this may be shortened or extended as needed. Job Posting Date:
December 23, 2025. Must be a U.S. citizen due to contractual requirements.

Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address critical global demands in energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and urbanization. Honeywell Aerospace (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless connectivity systems, and more, delivering safer, fuel‑efficient aircraft and innovations such as autonomous flight. Honeywell’s solutions create healthier air travel, better maintenance, and safer skies.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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