Strategic Sourcing Leader

Woodward FST; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Annual stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Woodward is seeking professionals to support supplier assessment, contract management, and strategic sourcing within a dynamic procurement team. The role focuses on securing favorable terms, managing supplier portfolios, and delivering cost-efficient supply chain solutions for a broad set of materials.

The position requires strong negotiation, financial and analytical skills, along with cross-functional collaboration to drive value while meeting quality and delivery targets.

Qualifications

• Experience in supplier management and procurement processes.
• Knowledge of strategic sourcing and portfolio management.
• Strong negotiation and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Assessment: assess potential suppliers for quality, cost and delivery.
• Contract Management: negotiate favorable terms and risk management.
• Strategic Sourcing: select suppliers aligned to category strategy and value.
• Portfolio Management: oversee spend across a category and total supply chain.
• Commercial Strategy: analyze costs to reduce procurement risk while maintaining value.

Skills

Collaboration

Legal Acumen

Financial Acumen

Learning

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Communication and Influence

Information Navigation

Intellectual Curiosity

Value Orientation

Job description

Woodward is seeking professionals to support supplier assessment, contract management, and strategic sourcing within a dynamic procurement team. The role focuses on securing favorable terms, managing supplier portfolios, and delivering cost-efficient supply chain solutions for a broad set of materials.

The position requires strong negotiation, financial and analytical skills, along with cross-functional collaboration to drive value while meeting quality and delivery targets.