Buyer 1, Buyer 2

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.

Buyer I/Buyer II

Buyer I Estimated annual base pay: $62,000 (min) $80,000 (mid) - $99,000 (max)

Buyer II Estimated annual base pay: $72,000 (min) $93,000 (mid) - $115,000 (max)

All Levels Are Eligible For The Benefits Below:

• 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

Buyer I

Key Responsibilities:

• Supplier Management: Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery and quality of goods.
• Purchase Order Management: Creates and processes purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring all necessary approvals are obtained.
• Inventory Monitoring: Tracks inventory levels to determine purchasing needs and prevent stock shortages or excesses.
• Cost Analysis: Assists in analyzing costs and negotiating prices with suppliers to achieve cost effective purchasing solutions.
• Data Maintenance: Maintains accurate records of purchases, supplier information, and transactions within the company's procurement system.

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: Experience in using procurement and inventory management software to streamline purchasing processes.
• Supply Chain Management: Ability to navigate ERP, Ops Management and Logistics where material can be manufactured into a finished product.
• Inventory Management: Ability to develop and monitor controls for inventory limits.

Buyer II

Key Responsibilities:

• Supplier Management: Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery and quality of goods.
• Purchase Order Processing and maintenance: Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels to anticipate needs and prevent stockouts or overstock situations.
• Cost Optimization: Negotiate prices and PO terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality standards.
• Communication: Effectively communicates with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure clear understanding and collaboration.

Key Skills:

• Negotiation Skills: Demonstrates the ability to effectively negotiate terms and prices with suppliers to achieve favorable outcomes for the organization.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Maintains and fosters strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains and collaborative partnerships.
• Cost Management: Utilizes strategies to control and reduce costs while maintaining quality and meeting organizational needs.
• Contract Management: Administers, reviews, and manages contracts with suppliers to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
• Inventory Management: Oversees inventory levels to balance supply and demand, minimizing excess stock and avoiding stockouts.
• Data Analysis: Analyzes purchasing data and metrics to optimize procurement processes and support strategic decision making.
• Communication Skills: Effectively communicates with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure clear understanding and collaboration.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves issues related to procurement processes, supplier performance, and supply chain disruptions.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensures all purchasing activities adhere to organizational policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards to mitigate potential risks.
• Supplier Performance: Optimizing a suppliers performance by resolving complex problems through quality and delivery and driving systemic recovery.

What We Are Looking For Buyer I vs Buyer II

Complexity of Responsibilities:

• Buyer I focuses on basic procurement tasks such as tracking inventory levels, processing purchase orders, and maintaining supplier relationships.
• Buyer II takes on more advanced responsibilities, including contract management, compliance and risk management, and supplier performance optimization.

Level of Decision-Making:

• Buyer I assists in cost analysis and supports purchasing decisions based on inventory needs.
• Buyer II is actively involved in strategic decision-making, such as negotiating terms, managing costs, and analyzing purchasing data for process optimization.

Focus on Risk and Compliance:

• Buyer I does not explicitly include risk management responsibilities.
• Buyer II emphasizes compliance with organizational policies and industry standards, along with mitigating risks in procurement processes.

Supplier Management:

• Buyer I focuses on maintaining basic supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery and quality of goods.
• Buyer II takes supplier management further by fostering collaborative partnerships, resolving complex supplier performance issues, and driving systemic recovery.

Data and Analysis:

• Buyer I is responsible for maintaining accurate procurement records and monitoring inventory levels.
• Buyer II leverages data analysis to optimize procurement processes and inform strategic decisions, showcasing a more analytical and data-driven approach.

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

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 and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.