Supervisor, Supply Chain

Woodward 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.

Estimated annual base pay: $85,000(minimum) - $110,000(midpoint) - $136,000(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
• 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:

• Inventory Management: Oversee and maintain optimal inventory levels to ensure the seamless flow of goods through the supply chain.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and guide the supply chain team, providing training and support to enhance performance and productivity.
• Process Optimization: Identify and implement improvements in supply chain processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Vendor Coordination: Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to contractual agreements.
• Compliance and Reporting: Ensure all supply chain activities comply with relevant regulations and prepare accurate reports for management review.

Key Skills:

• Leadership and Team Management: Effectively leads and motivates the supply chain team to achieve departmental goals and maintain high-performance standards.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making: Quickly identifies supply chain challenges and makes informed decisions to resolve issues and maintain continuity.
• Inventory Management: Experience in overseeing inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock levels are maintained to meet demand without excessive surplus.
• Process Improvement: Identifies and implements process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline supply chain operations.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Utilizes data analysis tools to monitor supply chain performance, generate reports, and support informed decision making.
• Vendor and Supplier Relations: Manages relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure reliable supply, negotiate contracts, and resolve any issues.
• Communication Skills: Communicates effectively with team members, other departments, and stakeholders to facilitate smooth supply chain operations.
• Risk Management: Identifies potential risks, develops mitigation strategies, and ensures business continuity.
• Technical Proficiency in Supply Chain Software: Demonstrates proficiency in using supply chain management software and other relevant technologies to manage operations.
• Financial Acumen: Understands and manages supply chain budgets, cost analysis, and financial reporting to support the organization's financial health.

Successful Candidates Typically Have:

• Government contract familiarity preferred
• Project management familiarity preferred
• SAP/4HANA experience preferred

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.

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