Woodward’s Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Commitment

At Woodward, no matter where you are from, your physical appearance, or how you identify, you deserve the opportunity to reach your greatest potential.  We are on a journey to achieve this as an organization and want to work closely with our members to set the right path.

We humbly acknowledge this will be an imperfect journey.  Yet, we are steadfastly committed to embracing the power of diverse people, perspectives and experiences for our current members, attracting the best talent across our communities, and creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace for all.

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. 

 Estimated annual base pay:  $95,000(minimum) - $119,000(midpoint) - $143,000(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 

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

 Are you ready to make your mark?  If you’re a Supply Chain Manager, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

This position is accountable for providing leadership and establishing direction, setting priorities, managing, and coordinating the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies both internal and from the supply base in accordance with production and shipping schedules. This also includes supporting the execution of Global Sourcing Strategic Plan, Build-to-Order implementation and business and enterprise goals. This position is viewed as crucial to achieving company ROIA and QDRC goals. 

What you will be doing…

Define and implement inventory strategies for internal operations and external supplier inventories

Reports to Director of Operations and has direct responsibility for supply management, buyer/planner, and master scheduling

Potential successor to Director of Operations position

Work with Global Planning Systems to exceed customer expectations

Manage supplier contracts and hold Commodity Managers accountable for selecting quality supply base

Manage large portion of inventory and accountable for accuracy of cycle counts

Lead actions to drive 98%+ supplier delivery and submit reports to senior management regarding materials control activities

Participate in Supplier negotiations within CoE to ensure productivity targets are met

Develop and execute department budget, drive compliance to documented processes and procedures, and drive continuous improvement

Provide direction and oversight for development of team members and participate in strategic planning for Materials Supply Chain Management

What we are looking for…

Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) required

2-5 years of leadership experience required

5+ years of related work in planning or sourcing required

Industrial manufacturing-based experience

Conflict management skills

Demonstrated ability in driving continuous improvement activities

Strong leadership and communication skills

Strong decision making skills

Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Build-To-Order and Six Sigma methodologies

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 

EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans 

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