Develop and support supply chain and sourcing strategies to improve profitability and efficiency.
Act as a technical specialist within assigned product categories and lead creation of an Approved Supplier List (ASL).
Discover and evaluate new suppliers and technologies to meet category needs and address capability/capacity gaps.
Define and drive source selection decisions in alignment with global strategies.
Manage the supplier’s lifecycle from discovery through onboarding and ensure compliance with quality and product specifications.
Support production readiness for new product launches and part transitions while executing cost reductions through VAVE.
Drive supplier improvement activities using Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles.
Deploy and utilize quality tools like 8D, PFMEA, SPC, and Gage R&R to ensure supplier compliance and resolve quality issues.
Verify and oversee supplier APQP processes, proactively minimizing launch issues.
Lead development plans with suppliers, mentoring SQEs, SDEs, and CQEs on complex problems.

Level I: a bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field
Level I: 5+ years of relevant experience
Level II: a bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field
Level II: 10+ years of relevant experience
Expertise in manufacturing and quality processes (category-specific)
Strong communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
Advanced data analysis and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing and Root Cause Analysis.
Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and related quality tools.
Familiarity with AS9100, ISO-9001, and other relevant standards (TS-16949, NADCAP, AS13100).
Cultural awareness and ability to adapt across global teams.
Strong facilitation, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
Proficiency in business analytics tools (e.g., Power BI).

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

Strategic Sourcing Engineer

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