Strategic Sourcing & Contracts Lead

Woodward HRT/MPC; Fort Collins (CO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Annual stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Life/AD&D & LT Disability

Referral bonus

Flexible Spending

Job summary

Woodward is seeking a procurement professional to lead supplier assessment, contract management, and strategic sourcing. You will manage supplier portfolios, analyze total cost structures, and drive value while ensuring quality and on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, negotiation mastery, and a strong focus on procurement risk and financial acumen. An inclusive benefits package accompanies the position.

Qualifications

• Experience with supplier assessment and category strategy.
• Ability to negotiate terms and manage contracts.
• Understanding of total cost structures and procurement risk.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Assessment to ensure conformance with category strategy and quality requirements.
• Contract Management to negotiate favorable terms and secure supply.
• Strategic Sourcing to select compliant suppliers and reduce risk.
• Portfolio Management of spend and total supply chain understanding.
• Commercial Strategy to optimize value while maintaining quality and delivery.

Skills

Collaboration

Legal Acumen

Financial Acumen

Learning

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Communication and Influence

Information Navigation

Intellectual Curiosity

Value Orientation

Job description

Woodward is seeking a procurement professional to lead supplier assessment, contract management, and strategic sourcing. You will manage supplier portfolios, analyze total cost structures, and drive value while ensuring quality and on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, negotiation mastery, and a strong focus on procurement risk and financial acumen. An inclusive benefits package accompanies the position.