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Woodward, Inc.
Woodward, Inc.
5,001 – 10,000 Employees
AerospaceEnergyManufacturing
Woodward, Inc. develops, manufactures, and services energy conversion and control systems for aerospace and industrial equipment. Its work spans aerospace, energy, and manufacturing, with products and technologies designed to help manage power and improve energy efficiency across demanding applications. The company focuses on energy control solutions that support the transition toward cleaner, more decarbonized systems.
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Category Manager – Procurement (Hybrid, Niles, Illinois)

Develop category sourcing strategies, manage supplier portfolios, and improve profitability. Support Woodward’s energy-control solutions for a cleaner future.

USUnited StatesCOColoradoILIllinoisSCSouth Carolina
$105,000 – $168,000 / year
HybridFull-timeMiddleSeniorEnglish RequiredProcurement

Description

  • Research markets and trends to uncover category opportunities and risks
  • Create and execute long-range strategies that improve category performance and profitability
  • Plan for future business needs by preparing and positioning the supply base
  • Manage the project pipeline, advancing initiatives that support category strategy, margins, and product lifecycles
  • Maintain the approved supplier list
  • Organize suppliers into strategic categories in alignment with stakeholders
  • Classify suppliers into subcategories according to the products they provide
  • Maintain complete, consistent records for suppliers operating across multiple sites
  • Direct category budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance management
  • Protect profitability and cost efficiency through disciplined financial planning

Requirements

  • Be a U.S. Person under ITAR and EAR requirements, or be eligible to obtain the necessary authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or Department of Commerce
  • Meet the U.S. Person definition as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, or protected person such as an asylee or refugee
  • Conduct market research and interpret category trends
  • Create and execute category strategies
  • Manage project pipelines and advance projects to maturity
  • Administer approved supplier lists and supplier classifications
  • Oversee category budgets, forecasts, and financial results
  • Apply sound business judgment
  • Use spend analytics and market research
  • Demonstrate effective communication and leadership
  • Generate insights supported by data
  • Manage projects effectively
  • Work productively with stakeholders
  • Apply strategic thinking
  • Communicate persuasively and influence decisions
  • Demonstrate intellectual curiosity
  • Maintain a value-focused approach

Benefits

  • Annual opportunity for a cash bonus
  • 401(k) matching contribution of 4.5%
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution of 5%
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage from the date of hire
  • Vacation leave
  • Sick leave
  • Vacation buy-up option
  • Short-term disability coverage
  • Bereavement leave
  • Paid parental leave
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program with mental health benefits
  • Member life and AD&D coverage
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Member optional life insurance
  • Employee referral bonus
  • Spouse and child optional life insurance
  • Optional AD&D coverage
  • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • Home and auto insurance discounts
  • Whole life insurance
  • Critical illness insurance
  • Legal assistance
  • Military leave

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