Strategic Sourcing Engineer: Supply Chain Innovator

Woodward Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement and training

Job summary

Woodward Inc. in Rockford, IL, seeks qualified candidates for Level I/II supply chain roles. You will develop sourcing strategies, lead supplier selection, and ensure quality across the supplier lifecycle while supporting new product launches.

A significant travel portion is required, and a strong background in Lean, Six Sigma, and quality tools is preferred. Level I/II responsibilities include optimizing profitability, driving supplier performance, and mentoring team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• 4+ years of relevant experience (Level II) or equivalent.
• Experience with APQP/PPAP/FMEA and Lean Six Sigma.
• Strong communication and data-analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support supply chain and sourcing strategies for profitability.
• Act as a technical specialist for product categories and lead ASL creation.
• Manage supplier lifecycle from discovery to onboarding with quality standards.
• Drive source selection decisions aligned with global strategies.
• Lead supplier discovery and assess new technologies for efficiency.
• Support product roadmaps and production readiness for launches.

Skills

Manufacturing quality

Stakeholder comms

Data analysis

Lean Six Sigma

APQP/PPAP/FMEA

AS9100/ISO9001

Global teamwork

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Power BI

Business Objects

Job description

Woodward Inc. in Rockford, IL, seeks qualified candidates for Level I/II supply chain roles. You will develop sourcing strategies, lead supplier selection, and ensure quality across the supplier lifecycle while supporting new product launches.

A significant travel portion is required, and a strong background in Lean, Six Sigma, and quality tools is preferred. Level I/II responsibilities include optimizing profitability, driving supplier performance, and mentoring team members.