Strategic Sourcing Lead (Level I and II) – Hybrid

Woodward Inc.; Niles (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Vacation time

Parental leave

Employee assistance

Job summary

Woodward Inc. is seeking a Sourcing Manager (Level I/II) to join a hybrid, multi-site team across US campuses including Fort Collins, Niles, Spartanburg, Zeeland and Rockford.

The role covers supplier assessment, contract management and strategic sourcing, ensuring cost-effective, quality supply aligned with business objectives. The position offers a broad compensation range with base pay, annual bonus eligibility and extensive benefits, reflecting level I or II responsibilities and market

Qualifications

• Supplier assessment to ensure conformance to category strategy, quality, cost and delivery.
• Contract management to negotiate favorable terms and conditions.
• Strategic sourcing for reliable direct material suppliers.
• Portfolio management including spend overview and category strategy.
• Commercial strategy to reduce total cost while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Supplier assessment and ensuring conformance to category strategies.
• Contract management and negotiation to secure favorable terms.
• Strategic sourcing of direct materials within defined supplier categories.
• Portfolio management of spend and alignment with total supply chain goals.
• Develop commercial strategies to reduce cost while maintaining quality and delivery.

Skills

Collaboration

Legal Acumen

Financial Acumen

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Communication & Influence

Information Navigation

Intellectual Curiosity

Value Orientation

Learning

Job description

Woodward Inc. is seeking a Sourcing Manager (Level I/II) to join a hybrid, multi-site team across US campuses including Fort Collins, Niles, Spartanburg, Zeeland and Rockford.

The role covers supplier assessment, contract management and strategic sourcing, ensuring cost-effective, quality supply aligned with business objectives. The position offers a broad compensation range with base pay, annual bonus eligibility and extensive benefits, reflecting level I or II responsibilities and market