Supplier Quality Manager

Woodward, Inc.; Fort Collins, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Woodward, Inc. in Fort Collins, CO is seeking a Supplier Quality Manager on-site at the Drake Campus.

The role will oversee supplier quality systems, lead a cross-functional team, and drive continuous improvement across procurement, engineering, and manufacturing to ensure top-quality energy control solutions. Ideal candidates bring extensive supplier quality experience, strong leadership, and strategic thinking to align with Woodward’s standards and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Oversee supplier quality systems to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Lead and mentor the supplier quality team, with performance reviews and growth.
• Develop and implement supplier quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with procurement, engineering and manufacturing to resolve quality issues.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Quality Management: Oversees supplier quality systems and performance.
• Team Leadership: Manages and mentors the supplier quality team with reviews.
• Quality Improvement: Develops initiatives to enhance supplier quality and mitigate risks.
• Cross Functional Collaboration: Partners with procurement, engineering and manufacturing to optimize supplier performance.

Skills

Supplier Quality Management

Team Leadership

Strategic Planning

Operational Problem Solving

Business Acumen

Data Analysis

Communication

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

## Supplier Quality ManagerApply: On-Site: Fort Collins - Drake Campus: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 23, 2026 (7 days left to apply): JR113418Job DescriptionWoodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.**Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position.** Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.**Supplier Quality Manager*** Estimated annual base pay: $108,000.00 (minimum) - $140,000.00 (midpoint) - $173,000.00 (maximum)* All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.* 401(k) match (4.5%)* Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)* Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members* 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.* Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire* Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.* Paid parental leave.* Adoption Assistance* Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.* Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life* Member referral bonus* Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending* Voluntary benefits, including: + Home / Auto Insurance discounts + Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave**Key Responsibilities:*** Supplier Quality Management: Oversees the evaluation and monitoring of supplier quality performance to ensure adherence to company standards.* Team Leadership and Development: Manages and mentors the supplier quality team, conducting performance reviews and facilitating professional growth.* Quality Improvement Strategies: Develops and implements initiatives aimed at enhancing supplier quality and mitigating risks.* Cross Functional Collaboration: Partners with procurement, engineering, and manufacturing teams to resolve quality issues and optimize supplier performance.* Performance Metrics Analysis: Analyzes quality data and metrics to identify trends, generate reports, and drive continuous improvement efforts.**Key Skills:*** Supplier Quality Management: Expertise in overseeing and enhancing supplier quality systems to ensure compliance with industry standards.* Team Leadership: Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop teams, including performance management and professional growth.* Strategic Planning: Skilled in developing and executing quality strategies aligned with business objectives and operational needs.* Operational Problem Solving: Proficient in identifying and resolving technical and operational quality issues with broad departmental impact.* Business Acumen: Strong understanding of how supplier quality integrates with other business functions to drive overall performance.* Data Analysis: Ability to analyze quality metrics and data to inform strategic and operational decisions.* Communication: Effective in conveying expectations and quality requirements to suppliers and internal stakeholders.* Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of relevant quality standards, regulations, and certifications essential for supplier operations.* Risk Management: Skilled in identifying potential quality risks within the supply chain and implementing mitigation strategies.* Interpersonal Skills: Ability to guide and influence others to adopt new quality practices and perspectives.Application window is anticipated to close 7 days from original posting date.This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.