Director of Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain

Woodward Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 169,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Annual stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Life and disability insurance

Referral bonus

Job summary

Woodward Inc. is seeking a Sourcing Leader to drive strategic supply chain planning across procurement, production, and distribution. You will oversee daily operations, mentor a team, and build strong supplier relationships to optimize cost and performance.

The role requires leadership, deep supply chain expertise, and the ability to manage budgets and forecasts, ensuring continuity and resilience across the business segment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop and implement long-term supply chain strategies.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in supply chain; strong procurement, production, distribution knowledge.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management across levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business goals.
• Oversee inventory, logistics, and demand forecasting to meet SLAs.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain team.

Skills

Strategic planning

Supply chain management

Leadership and team management

Financial acumen

Data analysis

Communication

Risk management

Vendor management

Process improvement

Technological proficiency

Job description

Woodward Inc. is seeking a Sourcing Leader to drive strategic supply chain planning across procurement, production, and distribution. You will oversee daily operations, mentor a team, and build strong supplier relationships to optimize cost and performance.

The role requires leadership, deep supply chain expertise, and the ability to manage budgets and forecasts, ensuring continuity and resilience across the business segment.