Supplier Relationship Manager – II

Woodward, Inc.

Supplier Relationship Manager II overseeing supplier performance and developing relationships with key suppliers at Woodward. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and service standards.

Posted 4/23/2026full-timeNiles • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $136,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supplier Performance Management: Monitor and evaluate supplier performance against agreed upon metrics to ensure quality and service standards are consistently met.
Relationship Development: Foster strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers to enhance cooperation and drive mutual business growth.
Issue Resolution: Proactively address and resolve any conflicts or issues that arise with suppliers to maintain smooth operational workflows.
Strategic Sourcing Initiatives: Collaborate with cross functional teams to develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies that align with organizational goals.
Communication Skills: Internal communication and presentations up to and including executive level reviews pertaining to supplier relationship strategy, performance and issue resolution.

Requirements

What you’ll need

APICS certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Soft Skills

relationship developmentissue resolutioncommunication skills

Certifications

APICS certification