Manager, Business Segment Supply Chain

Woodward, Inc. • Peterborough, ON

12d • Onsite

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. 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

• Strategic Planning: Develops and implements comprehensive supply chain strategies that align with the business segment’s objectives and drive overall performance.
• Supply Chain Optimization: Analyzes and enhances supply chain processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure timely delivery of products and services.
• Leadership and Team Management: Leads, motivates, and manages the supply chain team, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring team members achieve their professional goals.
• Analytical and Problem Solving Skills: Utilizes data driven approaches to identify issues within the supply chain and develops effective solutions to address them.
• Financial Acumen: Manages budgets, forecasts financial performance, and ensures cost effective operations within the supply chain.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Facilitates clear and effective communication across all levels of the organization and with external partners, ensuring alignment and collaboration.
• Vendor and Stakeholder Management: Builds and maintains strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure reliable and quality supply chain operations.
• Technology Proficiency: Utilizes supply chain management software and other relevant technologies to streamline operations and enhance data analysis capabilities.
• Risk Management: Identifies potential risks in the supply chain and develops strategies to mitigate them, ensuring continuity and resilience of operations.
• Project Management: Plans, executes, and oversees supply chain projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and meet the desired objectives.
• Takes accountability and responsibility and lead by examples
• Focuses on delivering results completely and on-time.
• Demonstrated ability to put presentations and deliver them effectively to all levels
• Strong use of Microsoft and other technological tools effectively and efficiently
• This position requires security clearance under the Controlled Goods Program, all successful applicants will be required to undertake a background check.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective supply chain strategies tailored to the specific needs of the business segment to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
• Oversee daily supply chain operations, ensuring seamless coordination between procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and distribution to meet business objectives.
• Analyze supply chain performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and implement initiatives to enhance productivity and effectiveness.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and logistics partners to ensure reliable supply and high service standards.
• Collaborate with other departments such as sales, marketing, finance, and product development to align supply chain activities with overall business goals and drive integrated solutions.

Benefits

• Pension Program
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• Paid holidays, including floating holidays.
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
• Member Life & AD&D / Short Term Disability/ Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• All members included in annual bonus opportunity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees