Raw Materials Supplier Relationship Manager SRM II

Woodward, Inc.•Fort Collins, CO

5d•$85,000 - $136,000•Onsite

About The Position

Woodward's Aerospace Division in Fort Collins, Colorado is seeking an experienced and dynamic Supplier Relationship Manager to join their team. In this role, the individual will be responsible for overseeing supplier performance, fostering strong relationships with key suppliers, and driving strategic sourcing initiatives to align with organizational objectives. The estimated annual base pay ranges from $85,000 to $136,000. All members are included in an annual cash bonus opportunity. Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members, acting with integrity, respect, accountability, humility, and drive, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. They are dedicated to attracting the best talent and creating a rewarding workplace, fulfilling their purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions for a clean future. Woodward supports member wellbeing and offers an extensive Total Reward package.

Requirements

Communication & Influence: Proactively synthesizes and shares information with stakeholders. Persuades others with logical, data-driven arguments.
Negotiation: Uses some negotiation tactics; able to assist in negotiations. Understands appropriate targets and outcomes for negotiation; uses information to tailor approach. Uses leverage besides cost savings in negotiations.
Analytical Thinking: Understands different sources of information and can distill information to share with stakeholders in a digestible way. Able to root cause information that is verifiable and correct.
Project Management: Leads a project from initiation to close. Manages team members and deadlines.
Performance Management: Monitors supplier performance and continues to build relationships with suppliers. Benchmarks suppliers.
Problem Solving: Finds appropriate solutions to problems or knows who to reach out to for help. Able to root cause for problem identification.
Executive Presence: Communicates and presents effectively; manages relevant stakeholders across levels of seniority.
Data Analysis: Able to analyze relevant data and choose the appropriate visualization. Selects appropriate data to support business cases or insights.
Compliance & Risk Management: Monitors risk appropriately, shares some risk mitigation strategies with colleagues.
Value Orientation: Builds end-to-end value thinking. Manages projects and goals with little assistance. Establishes performance standards and measurements for work. Delivers on value proposition.

Nice To Haves

Supply Chain Degree, similar Business related degree, or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of supply chain, or related experience with metals, machining and raw materials related commodities
Experience in driving supply chain and supplier projects and key initiatives
Ability to build strong relationships with peers and partnerships with external stakeholders leveraging positive negotiation skills to drive cross-functional continuous projects
Ability to handle many conflicting priorities while being flexible, enthusiastic self-starter
Proficient in Excel, Project Management, and experience in supply chain analysis facilitating supply chain projects direction and overall success

Responsibilities

Monitor and evaluate supplier performance against agreed upon metrics to ensure quality and service standards are consistently met.
Foster strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers to enhance cooperation and drive mutual business growth.
Proactively address and resolve any conflicts or issues that arise with suppliers to maintain smooth operational workflows.
Collaborate with cross functional teams to develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies that align with organizational goals.
Internal communication and presentations up to and including executive level reviews pertaining to supplier relationship strategy, performance and issue resolution.

Benefits

Annual cash bonus opportunity
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities
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