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Procurement Buyer II

Honeywell Aerospace

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Compensation
$76–95K/yr
Location
San Jose, CAHybrid
Work Authorization
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Job overview

Honeywell Aerospace seeks a Procurement Buyer for its Missiles business unit in San Jose, California, on a hybrid schedule. The buyer will implement procurement objectives and own the performance of assigned commodities and suppliers. The role supports manufacturing requirements, supplier performance, cost improvement, and complex procurement issues, and requires at least two years of procurement, strategic materials planning, and MRP systems experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Problem Solving, nice to haveRelationship Building, nice to haveProcurement, requiredStrategic Materials Planning, requiredMRP Systems, requiredSAP, nice to haveOracle, nice to haveExcel, nice to havePowerPoint, nice to havePrice Analysis, nice to haveCost Analysis, nice to haveVendor Management, nice to haveAgreement Negotiation, nice to haveFAR, nice to have

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED, required2+ Years Procurement Experience, required2+ Years Strategic Materials Planning, required2+ Years MRP Systems Experience, requiredUS Person or Export License Approval, requiredBachelor's Degree, nice to haveManufacturing, Electronic, or Aerospace Background, nice to haveGovernment Contractor Environment Experience, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Are YOU someone that excels at problem solving and building strong relationships? Honeywell Aerospace is seeking an experienced Procurement Buyer for its Missiles business unit. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing procurement objectives and will own the performance of specific commodities and suppliers who provide those components. The role requires innovative, critical thinking skills toward solving problems and anticipating future issues.

You will report directly to our Procurement Buying Manager and you’ll work out of our San Jose, CA location on a Hybrid work schedule.

The Procurement team applies leading edge theories and techniques to resolve complex and often unusual tactical issues impacting the department and programs. The Buyer will work on problems of project critical scope where there is significant impact beyond the confines of their own job and department. You will report directly to our Procurement Buying Manager, and you’ll work out of our San Jose, CA location on a Hybrid work schedule.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plans for and procures materials necessary to meet manufacturing build requirements for one or several product lines.

  • Requests and analyzes quotes to ensure reasonable price, and that specifications are met.

  • Initiates purchases and contracts driven through the MRP process.

  • Reviews forecasted requirements and assess when to execute orders based on multiple factors.

  • Negotiates critical, complex, awards in accordance with Company and Government regulations.

  • Prepares complete purchase orders and arranges for specifications, material and tooling to be forwarded to suppliers.

  • Manages cost improvement initiatives and establishes multi-year agreements.

  • Pulls, pushes, or cancels orders per production plans.

  • Ensures materials are available to meet manufacturing build requirements.

  • Matches material infeed and inventory turnover so as not to hold too high a percentage of inventory at any given time.

  • Investigates and resolves issues with receiving, invoices or suppliers.

  • Address, return and receive credit for defective materials.

  • Interfaces with technical and management personnel, regarding changes in material, quantity, quality or delivery schedules.

  • Develops commodity specific suppliers based on performance (Quality, Service, Technology, and Price).

  • Quickly analyzes problems, investigate and determine solutions.

YOU MUST HAVE

  • High School Diploma or GED.

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in procurement.

  • Minimum 2 years of experience planning strategically for the delivery of a variety of materials and services.

  • Minimum 2 years of experience utilizing MRP (material requirement planning) systems.

  • This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. To be eligible for this position, you must be a “US Person” under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license).

WE VALUE

  • Bachelor’s Degree.

  • MRP: SAP or Oracle experience preferred.

  • Advanced to Expert level in Excel and Power Point.

  • Manufacturing, Electronic or Aerospace industry background.

  • Experience performing price or cost analysis.

  • Experience in vendor management including agreement negotiation.

  • Knowledge of FAR or recent experience supporting a government contractor environment.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The annual base salary range for this position is $76,000 - $95,000. 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.

EXPORT COMPLIANCE

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.

We are currently not sponsoring applicants for work visas for this job. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

BENEFITS OF 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/

ABOUT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE

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.

ABOUT THE BUSINESS UNIT - ELECTRONIC SOLUTIONS

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space — from engines and cockpit electronics to cabin systems, mechanical components and connectivity solutions. Our technology helps operators fly more safely, reduce fuel consumption, improve on-time performance and deliver a better experience for the people on board.

As aviation continues to evolve, we're also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com

Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world's aircraft — serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.

Honeywell Aerospace 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. Learn more about inclusion and diversity: click here (https://www.honeywellaerospace.com/us/en/company/careers/inclusion-engagement)

POSTING TIMELINE

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 11/10/26

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How this job compares

Set against the 1,085 open Buyer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$76–95K/yr
  • California median$84–116K/yr101 salary ranges
  • US median$75–100K/yr497 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $86K, is 14% below the California median midpoint ($100K) — in the middle half of Buyer salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 139 open Buyer jobs in California and 1,085 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Buyer postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (810 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 442 of the 1,085 open Buyer jobs (41%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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