Buyer - Govt Contract

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.

• Estimated annual base pay: $62,000.00 (minimum) - $80,000.00 (midpoint) - $99,000.00 (maximum)
  • 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

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans, schedules, releases and manages purchase, interplant orders and work orders as required
• Directs supplier action by reviewing ERP and utilizes the data in order to mitigate anticipated delays
• Negotiates and institutes long-term pricing agreements as appropriate
• Quotes deliveries for sales requests
• Develops and maintains communication channels between various departments and the supply chain to maintain the flow of materials to support the customer
• Makes changes to supply based on review, analysis and the outcome of monthly SIOP meeting
• Maintains and analyzes planning parameters (i.e. lead times, lot sizes, order quantities, safety stock)
• Participates in capacity review meetings with internal and external suppliers
• Monitors and maintains inventory levels in alignment with business group goals
• Ensures government compliance throughout the procurement process
• Manages non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
• Formulates requests for quotes based on COE requirements, ensuring flow down of contractual requirements
• Selects and awards direct material purchase orders for assigned products
• Performs price analysis for competitive and non-competitive procurements; responsible for obtaining favorable price variances
• Develops and executes strategies for negotiation of purchase order terms: price, delivery, expedites, etc.
• Manages suppliers (post-award) with a strong focus on internal customer support (message management)
• Works with internal and external suppliers to resolve material issues (shortages, emergency customer demands, etc.)

Key Skills:

• Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate favorable terms and prices with suppliers to ensure the best value for the company.
• Analytical Abilities: Proficient in analyzing market trends, pricing data, and supplier performance to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Communication Skills: Effective in communicating with suppliers, internal teams, and stakeholders to ensure clear understanding of requirements and expectations.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in managing purchase orders, contracts, and inventory levels to prevent errors and ensure accuracy.
• Vendor Management: Skilled in building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors to secure reliable supply chains and favorable terms.
• Time Management: Capable of prioritizing tasks and managing multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines and business objectives.
• Problem Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues in the supply chain and implement effective solutions to maintain smooth operations.
• Knowledge of Procurement Software: Proficient in using procurement and inventory management software to streamline purchasing processes.
• Supply Chain Management: Ability to navigate ERP (SAP preferred), Ops Management and Logistics where material can be manufactured into a finished product.
• Inventory Management: Ability to develop and monitor controls for inventory limits.

Other Qualifications:

• 4-year degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Previous buying, material planning and/or production planning experience in a Government Contract environment, if no degree
• Clear understanding of Nondisclosure Agreement Requirements and Proprietary Data
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of ITAR and EAR requirements
• Demonstrated cost/price analysis skills required for competitive and non-competitive procurements
• Understanding of Government Contracting; including FAR, DFARS and other government regulations
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of sizing, material planning and production scheduling
• Demonstrated involvement in Continuous Improvement projects

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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