Strategic Sourcing Engineer I/II

Woodward, Inc.

. Develop and support supply chain and sourcing strategies to improve profitability and efficiency .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $186,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain and sourcing strategies, with a strong focus on supplier development, compliance, and quality assurance. Proficient in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma principles, and various quality tools to drive efficiency and cost reductions.

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Supply Chain Strategy DevelopmentLean Manufacturing ProficiencySupplier Development and ComplianceQuality Tools ExpertiseProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain ManagementLean ManufacturingSix SigmaRoot Cause AnalysisAPQPPPAPFMEABusiness AnalyticsCost Reduction StrategiesSupplier Lifecycle Management

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Power BIBusiness Objects8DPFMEASPCGage R&R

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringU.S. Person under ITAR/EAR

Industry Keywords

AS9100ISO-9001TS-16949NADCAPManufacturing Processes

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and support supply chain and sourcing strategies to improve profitability and efficiency
Act as a technical specialist within assigned product categories
Lead creation of an Approved Supplier List (ASL)
Discover and evaluate new suppliers and technologies
Define and drive source selection decisions aligned with global strategies
Manage supplier lifecycle from discovery through onboarding
Ensure supplier compliance with quality and product specifications
Support production readiness for new product launches and part transitions
Execute cost reductions through VAVE
Drive supplier improvement using Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles
Deploy quality tools including 8D, PFMEA, SPC, and Gage R&R
Verify and oversee supplier APQP processes
Lead supplier development plans and mentor SQEs, SDEs, CQEs, and team members
Support product roadmaps, technical design reviews, and legacy transitions at Level II
Serve as escalation point for supplier development and quality issues at Level II

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field
Level I: 4+ years of relevant experience
Level II: 8+ years of relevant experience
Average travel of approximately 50% is required
U.S. Person under ITAR/EAR, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or Department of Commerce
Expertise in manufacturing and quality processes
Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing and Root Cause Analysis
Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and related quality tools
Familiarity with AS9100, ISO-9001, TS-16949, NADCAP, and AS13100 standards
Proficiency in business analytics tools such as Power BI; Level II also includes Business Objects
Demonstrated project management skills for Level II

Benefits

Comp & perks

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