Government Subcontract Manager

Woodward’s Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Commitment

At 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 workplace 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:  Level 1- Min $104,800.00 – Mid $131,000.00 – Max $157,200.00
  • 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 

Are you ready to make your mark?  If you’re a seasoned Sourcing or Sub-Contracting Manager with solid contract experience including aerospace and defense, then we have an exciting opportunity for you. This person is responsible for sourcing decisions based on alignment to strategy, competitiveness demonstrated through solicitation standards, and contract and cost management.  Key initiatives include the evolution of a world class supply chain, commercial and contract management, and supply base consolidation.

What You Will Be Doing 

• Negotiate B2B commercial agreements including contract management
• Cost management with a tight connection to product level impact
• Partnering with extended supply chain members to execute strategy and deliver maximum value to the enterprise.
• Soliciting and rationalizing a supply base to develop the optimal relationships to meet the category requirements.
• Knowledge:  Ability to understand process technology within given category assignments. Machining/Fabrication technologies, Castings/Forgings/Additive/Metal Injection Molding, Engineered Components – Sensors, Motors, Solenoid Valves, Bearings, Seals, etc. or Electronics – PCBA, Wiring harness, electrical and electronic components.
• Supporting customer solicitation requestions & appropriate audit responses.
• Administrating FAR/DFAR compliant subcontract awards.

What We Are Looking For 

Level 1 – Govt Subcontract Manager

• 4 year bachelor degree is required, advanced business degree preferred
• 5+ years Strategic Sourcing experience required
• Experience in negotiating agreements in FAR settings Required
• Direct Procurement B2B contract negotiations include long-form Terms & Conditions and multi-year pricing structures preferred
• commodity portfolio management experience preferred
• Purchasing and Project Management certifications preferred
• Experience with managing TINA Contracts preferred
• Domestic and international travel required

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 

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