Global Supplier Manager

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Level II

• Estimated annual base pay: $104,800.00(minimum) - $131,000.00(midpoint) - $157,200.00(maximum)

Level III

• Estimated annual base pay: $126,000.00(minimum) - $157,500.00(midpoint) - $189,000.00(maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:

• Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Are you ready to make your mark? If you're a Global Supplier Manager, we have an exciting opportunity for you. Management of global supply base to maximize performance and leverage to positively impact financial performance of all Woodward business groups. Includes all aspects of commercial and contractual management of the assigned suppliers. Key focus is the selection and development of the supply base to match Woodward's future needs but also includes support of the business group-based purchasing functions in the areas of strategic alignment and critical issue escalation.

Location Options: This position can be based inFort Collins, CO,Niles, IL, orRockford, IL.

What You Will Be Doing

Level II

• Develop and execute sub-commodity strategies aligned with business goals.
• Manage supplier relationships, including contract negotiations and performance evaluations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve supplier issues and drive improvement initiatives.
• Analyze market trends and supplier data to inform sourcing and negotiation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational sourcing processes.
• Support supplier development efforts to enhance long-term viability and value to the organization.
• Provide mentorship to Level I Supplier Managers on sourcing tools and processes.

Level III

• Lead the development and execution of global supplier strategies impacting enterprise-level goals.
• Manage complex supplier relationships, including executive-level engagements and high-value negotiations.
• Oversee enterprise-wide sourcing projects requiring advanced project management and risk mitigation skills.
• Integrate internal and external data to drive sourcing decisions and supplier strategy development.
• Lead initiatives to improve supplier performance and align with Woodward's strategic objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts across regional and global supplier networks.
• Act as a key advisor on supplier management, sourcing, and contract strategy for business groups.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong knowledge of supplier management, sourcing, contract development, and negotiation strategies.
• Operations related commodities experience in Chemicals, Gases and Facilities.
• Proficiency in project scheduling, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining focus on operations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including experience working with multicultural teams and Executive level stakeholders.
• Understanding of market dynamics and their impact on supplier performance and business objectives.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma, Lean principles, and continuous improvement practices.

Level II

• US - Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) required, advanced business degree preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in supplier management, sourcing, contract development, and negotiation required.

Level III

• US - Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) required, advanced business degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience in strategic supplier management, sourcing, contract execution, and negotiation required.

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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