Strategic Sourcing Leader

Woodward FST

Zeeland (MI)

On-site

USD 72,000 - 136,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Vacation & leave

Job summary

Woodward is a leading energy control solutions provider in the United States, offering a comprehensive Total Reward package. Level I and II base pay ranges are provided, with annual cash bonus eligibility and broad benefits.

The company values integrity, respect, accountability, humility, and drive in a collaborative, high-performance environment. The position focuses on supplier management, contract negotiations, and strategic sourcing within a robust procurement function, with a strong

Qualifications

Strong collaboration across teams and with stakeholders.
Solid understanding of contract terms and compliance.
Financial awareness to manage cost and value.
Continuous learner who acquires new skills quickly.
Proven negotiation skills with suppliers.
Structured problem solving with data-driven insights.

Responsibilities

Supplier Assessment: assess potential suppliers against quaility, cost, and delivery requirements.
Contract Management: negotiate terms to ensure security of supply and value.
Strategic Sourcing: select suppliers conforming to category strategy.
Portfolio Management: manage spend across category and total supply chain.
Commercial Strategy: analyze total costs and reduce procurement risk while maintaining quality.