Director, Global Talent Acquisition

Woodward, Inc.

1d•$171,000 - $205,000

About The Position

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. 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. What does it mean to be part of Woodward? It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do. Explore our open positions and apply today. Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments. At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future. Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.

Requirements

Proven experience working in a global organization with complex structures.
Demonstrated success in implementing COE frameworks across multiple regions.
Strong ability to drive performance and deliver results.
Innovative mindset with technology fluency.
Broad HR experience beyond talent acquisition.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to align talent acquisition strategies with overall business objectives.
Leadership: Inspire and lead a high-performing team to achieve ambitious goals.
Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Recruitment Expertise: Deep knowledge of end-to-end recruitment processes and employer branding.
Relationship Building: Strong stakeholder management and candidate engagement capabilities.
Data Analysis: Skilled in leveraging analytics to optimize recruitment strategies.
Change Management: Ability to lead transformation and adapt strategies in a dynamic environment.
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.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Workday and Paradox platforms.

Responsibilities

Lead and Expand Talent Acquisition (TA) Centers of Excellence (COE): Oversee the established TA COE in the U.S. Build and implement TA COEs in EMEA and APAC, ensuring compliance with local legislation and works councils.
Drive Operational Excellence: Define and enforce Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and standard work processes. Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and candidate experience. Leverage automation and AI tools to improve operational efficiency and overall experience.
Oversee Transformation of University Relations Strategy: Redesign of internship program to attract top emerging talent.
Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies aligned with organizational goals. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to ensure recruitment strategies meet evolving business needs.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyze recruitment metrics to identify trends, measure effectiveness, and inform continuous improvement.

Benefits

Eligible for Relocation Package to Fort Collins, Colorado
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