Supply Chain Manager; f​/m

Position: Supply Chain Manager (f/m)
Location: Town of Poland

## About the Role As a
** Supply Chain Manager**, you will be responsible for leading and optimizing end‐to‐end supply chain operations to ensure efficiency, cost effectiveness, continuity of supply, and alignment with overall business objectives. You will work closely with cross‐functional teams and external partners, driving transparency, performance, and continuous improvement across sourcing, procurement, inventory, logistics, and supplier management.

This role combines strong leadership, strategic planning, and hands‐on operational execution to deliver measurable business outcomes in a complex, regulated environment.## ## What You Will Do
* Lead and optimize end‐to‐end supply chain operations, from sourcing and procurement through inventory and logistics
* Take full accountability for supply chain performance, results, and continuous improvement initiatives
* Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives and long‐term growth plans
* Own and maintain key supply chain processes, KPIs, policies, and governance frameworks
* Manage supplier relationships, contracts, and performance to ensure quality, cost, delivery, and compliance
* Lead cross‐functional collaboration to ensure seamless integration between procurement, manufacturing, quality, engineering, and finance
* Monitor and analyze supply chain performance metrics; identify gaps and drive improvement initiatives
* Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks; develop contingency and business continuity plans
* Optimize inventory levels to balance service levels, working capital, and cost efficiency
* Drive cost‐reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing, negotiation, and process optimization
* Lead and develop a high‐performing supply chain team; provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback
* Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives using Lean / Six Sigma methodologies
* Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements
* Leverage supply chain systems, analytics, and digital tools to improve visibility, automation, and decision‐making## ## What You Will Need
* Proven experience in supply chain management with accountability for operational and financial results
* ** 7–10 years of experience in supply chain, sourcing, procurement, or related industries
*** Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills
* Solid understanding of supply chain strategy, sourcing, inventory management, and logistics
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
* Experience in leading Continuous Improvement activities using Lean / Six Sigma methodologies and tools
* Ability to manage complexity, prioritize effectively, and solve problems in dynamic environments
* Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
* Financial acumen, including budgeting, cost analysis, and performance tracking
* Proficiency with supply chain management systems and ERP tools
* Fluent
** Polish and English
*** APICS / Six Sigma certification preferred## ## What You Will Gain
* Salary range from
** 16,000 to 25,000 PLN gross**, depending on experience
* Career development opportunities in an
** international business environment
*** Comprehensive benefits package including private medical care, life & accident insurance
* Multisport card
* Meal vouchers
* Company performance‐based bonus program
* Strong focus on work‐life balance
* PPK contribution – company contribution up to 4% of compensation, depending on seniority
* Educational and professional development support

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments.

At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future.

Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.
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