What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Government Contracts Buyer Planner position at Woodward, Inc.?
Woodward's Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging CommitmentAt Woodward, no matter where you are from, your physical appearance, or how you identify, you deserve the opportunity to reach your greatest potential. We are on a journey to achieve this as an organization and want to work closely with our members to set the right path.We humbly acknowledge this will be an imperfect journey. Yet, we are steadfastly committed to embracing the power of diverse people, perspectives and experiences for our current members, attracting the best talent across our communities, and creating an inclusive and rewarding workplaces for all.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: $76,080 (minimum) - $95,100 (midpoint) - $114,120 (maximum)
- All members included in 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
- Identify and select suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships to ensure the best value, quality, and delivery performance for goods and services.
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with government regulations, policies, and standards, including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other relevant guidelines.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of procurement activities, contracts, and supplier performance. Prepare and present reports to management and government agencies as required.
- Develop, review, and manage contracts and agreements with suppliers, ensuring all terms and conditions are met, and manage any modifications or amendments, as necessary.
- Maintain supplier schedules to ensure timely delivery of materials that align with customer requirements and the needs of the business. Identify and mitigate risks associated with procurement activities, including possible supply chain disruptions.
- Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, addressing any issues or concerns promptly to ensure high standards of quality and reliability.
- US - bachelor's degree in arts/sciences (BA/BS) 4 years degree or equivalent experience required.
- Clear understanding of Nondisclosure Agreement Requirements and proprietary data
- Knowledge of ITAR and EAR requirements
- Ability to demonstrate cost/price analysis skills required for competitive and non-competitive procurements
- Fully knowledgeable of Government Contracting and able to teach and mentor others; including FAR, DFARS and other government regulations
- Expert knowledge of lot sizing, material planning and production scheduling
- Expert knowledge of SAPpreferred
- Solid communication skills, both verbal and written
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve and think critically.
Salary : $76,080
