01 & 04 Woodward, Inc. · Niles, IL
Sourcing Systems Specialist III (SAP S/4HANA) at 01 & 04 Woodward, Inc. — Niles, IL
Full-timeNiles, IL$85,000–$85,000/yearPosted 2026-07-15Apply on Workday
Full job description
Estimated annual base pay: $85,000(minimum) - $110,000(midpoint) - $136,000(maximum)
- 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
Key Responsibilities
- System Administration: Manage and maintain sourcing software platforms to ensure their optimal performance and reliability.
- Data Analysis: Analyze sourcing data to identify trends, insights, and opportunities for process improvement.
- User Support: Provide technical support and training to end users to enhance their proficiency with sourcing systems.
- Process Optimization: Develop and implement strategies to streamline sourcing workflows and increase operational efficiency.
- Compliance Management: Ensure all sourcing activities and system configurations comply with company policies and industry regulations.
Key Skills
- ERP Proficiency: SAP S/4HANA Purchasing expertise required.
- System Management: Ability to manage sourcing software systems effectively to meet organizational requirements.
- Data Analysis: Proficient in analyzing sourcing data to identify trends, insights, and opportunities for strategic decision making.
- Process Optimization: Expertise in streamlining and enhancing sourcing processes to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of sourcing tools and technologies, including SAP S/4HANA, Firori and SAP ECC ERP systems and procurement software.
- Project Management: Capable of leading and managing sourcing projects from initiation through to successful completion within deadlines.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities for effective collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
- Problem Solving: Adept at identifying issues within sourcing systems and processes and implementing effective solutions.
- Compliance and Risk Management: Knowledgeable in ensuring sourcing activities adhere to relevant regulations and effectively managing associated risks.
- Training and Support: Ability to provide training and support to users of sourcing systems to ensure proper utilization and maximize system benefits.
Successful candidates typically have:
- 3+ years experience in supply chain systems, procurement, or master data roles.
- SAP S/4HANA Procurement Experience
- Experience with SAP transformation or migration.
- Experience supporting enterprise systems and cross-functional teams.
- Hands-on SAP Fiori experience.
- Experience supporting compliance or audit processes.
Application window is anticipated to close 7 days from original posting date.
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