Connor Evans

About

As a cost leader in Honda’s North American Automotive Purchasing Department (APD), Connor Evans guides sourcing strategy, supplier negotiations, and cost management for chassis components across Honda and Acura vehicles. This role involves coordinating cross‑functional teams, supporting future vehicle development, and ensuring competitive costs while maintaining high quality standards.

From 2019 to 2024, Connor worked as a senior buyer specializing in chassis parts such as wheels, exhaust systems, pedals, bearings, and catalysts. In this position, they developed sourcing strategies, managed supplier relationships, and navigated industry challenges like supply disruptions and cost volatility.

Honda, a Japanese automaker with over 30 years of U.S. manufacturing presence centered in Marysville, Ohio, continues to balance high‑quality vehicle production with affordability for global customers. Since joining Honda in 2019, Connor has advanced from commodity buyer to cost leader, gaining experience in both day‑to‑day sourcing and long‑term cost strategy.

Connor graduated from Miami University in 2019, majoring in Supply Chain & Operations Management and member of the Supply Chain Management association participating in case competitions across the country.