Strategic Sourcing Engineer I/II

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Develop and enhance supply chain and sourcing strategies to boost profitability and operational efficiency.

• Serve as a technical expert within designated product categories.

• Spearhead the development of an Approved Supplier List (ASL).

• Identify and assess potential new suppliers and technologies.

• Establish and implement source selection decisions that align with global strategies.

• Oversee the supplier lifecycle from initial discovery through to onboarding.

• Ensure that suppliers adhere to quality and product specifications.

• Facilitate production readiness for new product introductions and component transitions.

• Implement cost-saving measures through Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE).

• Promote supplier enhancements using Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.

• Apply quality tools including 8D, PFMEA, SPC, and Gage R&R.

• Validate and supervise supplier Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) processes.

• Direct supplier development initiatives and mentor Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs), Supplier Development Engineers (SDEs), Quality Control Engineers (CQEs), and team members.

• Contribute to product roadmaps, technical design evaluations, and legacy transitions at Level II.

• Act as a point of escalation for supplier development and quality challenges at Level II.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline.

• Level I: Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.

• Level II: Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.

• Approximately 50% travel is required.

• Must be a U.S. Person under ITAR/EAR, or eligible to obtain necessary authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or Department of Commerce.

• Strong expertise in manufacturing and quality processes.

• Proficient in Lean Manufacturing and Root Cause Analysis techniques.

• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and associated quality tools.

• Knowledge of standards such as AS9100, ISO-9001, TS-16949, NADCAP, and AS13100.

• Skilled in business analytics tools like Power BI; Level II also requires knowledge of Business Objects.

• Proven project management capabilities for Level II roles.

🏝️ Benefits

• All members participate in an annual cash bonus opportunity.

• 401(k) matching contributions of 4.5%.

• Annual stock contributions from Woodward at 5%.

• Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for Training/Professional Development for all members.

• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.

• Leading medical, dental, and vision insurance effective on the date of hire.

• Vacation, sick leave, vacation buy-up, short-term disability, and bereavement leave.

• Paid parental leave.

• Adoption assistance available.

• Employee Assistance Program, which includes mental health benefits.

• Member Life & AD&D, Long Term Disability, and Member Optional Life insurance options.

• Referral bonus for member recruitment.

• Optional life and AD&D insurance for spouses and children, as well as flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.

• Voluntary benefits, including discounts on home and auto insurance.

• Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Legal Assistance, and Military Leave benefits.