THE BUSINESS

Honeywell International Inc. (NYSE: HON) is a global technology and manufacturing company that invents and commercializes solutions to address some of the worlds most critical challenges. With a diverse portfolio spanning multiple industries, Honeywell is committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high-growth businesses. Our broad range of products and services includes aerospace systems, building technologies, performance materials, safety and productivity solutions, and more. We leverage our expertise in software, hardware, and engineering to develop innovative solutions that enhance the quality of life for people around the globe.

With a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity, Honeywell fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We prioritize integrity, ethics, and workplace respect in everything we do. Our behaviors, such as innovating and creating value for customers, embracing transformation, and driving accountability, shape our performance culture and drive our success. As a global company, Honeywell operates in more than 70 countries and serves customers in over 150 countries. We have a strong presence in key industrial end markets and are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving sustainable growth.

Honeywell Industrial Automation is a global leader in providing innovative solutions, technologies, and services for industrial automation across various industries. With a focus on enhancing operational efficiency, productivity, and safety, Honeywell Industrial Automation offers a comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions. These include advanced control systems, process automation technologies, industrial software, safety systems, sensing and measurement devices, and integrated solutions for industrial processes.

Honeywell Industrial Automation enables process industry operations, creates world-class sensor technologies, automates supply chains, makes warehouses smarter, and improves worker safety. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Honeywell Industrial Automation helps customers optimize their operations, reduce downtime, improve quality, and achieve sustainable growth.

With a strong global presence and a team of dedicated professionals, Honeywell Industrial Automation collaborates closely with customers to understand their unique challenges and provide tailored solutions. The companys commitment to innovation, reliability, and customer satisfaction has made it a trusted partner for industrial automation needs worldwide.

THE POSITION

A position has opened in Honeywell IA - Honeywell Sensing Solutions (HSS) for an ambitious and driven Production Planning Leader. You will report to the Senior Director for HSS Planning with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate your planning and leadership skills and play an instrumental role in the success of the company.

As the Director of Production Planning, you will have the ownership of the Network Production Planning strategy and execution for HSS.  You will support your Senior Director of Planning to set the vision and goals for Production Planning and manage the people and processes to achieve those goals and objectives.

You will partner with the SPS - SBG and CORP COE and SMEs to deploy the Honeywell Global Design Model (GDM) along with the RapidResponse advanced planning tool across your network.  You will also be responsible for leading business transformation, including change management, as needed to sustain the GDM process and expected results.  You will oversee the monthly Production Planning Process and MOS cycle for your network of sites. This includes management of the Master Production Schedules (MPS), RCCP activity with a constrained MPS where needed, process discipline and rigor, consistent reviews of all planning metrics and KPIs while ensuring planner knowledge and skills continue to grow and improve.

You will create and drive a positive working environment and culture of continuous improvement throughout your organization to achieve the best possible outcome from your resources. You will lead the development of your team to increase their skills and capability in readiness for internal progression and succession.

The successful candidate must be capable of translating objectives into a deliverable strategy to achieve business goals and create a competitive advantage of the product portfolio. Focusing on building a world-class team, utilizing and deploying Lean Six Sigma techniques, driving continuous improvement activities and achievement of superior performance across all KPIs (Key Performance Initiatives). This role will have a focus on customer collaboration and supplier integration with a integrated supply chain strategy to optimize inventory and on-time delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Defining the Vision & Driving Strategy for Production Planning and Execution
• Driving Transformation initiatives and deployment of the Honeywell GMD and RR adoption
• Provide leadership and structure to HSS by developing and executing a Management Operating System (MOS) that ensures optimal alignment between MPS, Factory Capacity and External Supply Plan
• Set Expectations for the development and ongoing refinement of the daily/weekly/monthly Planning MOS, including a weekly review of all planning related metrics/KPIs
• Lead and establish a culture of continuous improvement and process excellence
• Build a culture of highly skilled and talented planning professionals in preparation for progression within Honeywell
• Setting policies around Service Level Strategies with the business
• Partner with Material Management teams to actively manage relationships with suppliers and other regional distribution centers and planning teams
• Monitor supply and demand imbalances and communication/escalate
• Close involvement with Prod Marketing and AME teams for NPI/EQL/Promotion/Projects/PLC
• Partner with AME and transition teams for detailed involvement in transition execution
• Review and approve the monthly Supply Plan commit that aligns to SIOP, SRO and Inventory commitments
• Ability to effectively interact with and influence all levels of internal customers
• Effective verbal, written and presentation skills
• Demonstrated strong bias for action and demonstrated effectiveness as a change agent for process improvement
• Demonstrated problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and meet project objectives
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills are a requirement
• Willingness to travel up to 50 of the time, both domestically and internationally.

MUST HAVE

• Bachelors degree
• 10+ years experience in Supply, Production Planning, Materials Management or other Sales Inventory & Operations Planning, with people leadership experience
• Direct experience with SAP ERP systems, specifically planning screens, tcodes, etc.
• Experience with Kinaxis (Rapid Response) is a plus
• 5 years of experience leading a global SIOP process driving results with customer on-time delivery and inventory

WE VALUE

• Masters degree
• APICS, CPIM, CPSM, or CPF certification preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft applications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong verbal & written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to efficiently multi-task, prioritize, and delegate.
• Ability to collaborate with both internal and external customers.
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean certification with using lean tools to drive business results.
• Building global organizations capabilities and succession planning