Woodward, Inc.
Sr. Director - Woodward Business System
Woodward, Inc., Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.
We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.
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.
Benefits
Estimated annual base pay: $214,000 (minimum) - $251,000 (midpoint) - $289,000 (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
Are you ready to make your mark? If you’re a Continuous Improvement Professional, we have an exciting opportunity for you. The Woodward Business System defines, standardizes and communicates the key processes we use to manage our company and deliver great performance. The system is built on five core processes that guide how we operate, and each process plays a critical role in our success.
Role Overview The Sr. Director of the Woodward Business System will act as the lead coach responsible for guiding the implementation and advancement of the Woodward Business System. They will collaborate with process owners on content development and contribute to the ongoing improvement of the entire system. Additionally, this role will focus on developing and mentoring leaders to enhance their capabilities in driving continuous improvement and fostering a culture of operational excellence across the organization.
What You Will Be Doing
Business System Champion: Lead the deployment and maturity of the Woodward Business System throughout the organization
Develop a Problem-Solving Culture: Serve as a role model and advocate for a culture where employees at all levels embrace problem-solving as a daily practice
Develop Leaders as Coaches: Provide training, tools, and guidance to help leaders become effective coaches who empower their teams while supporting their personal growth and development
Strategic Partnership: Share ownership of overall business performance with business leaders to ensure alignment, accountability, and shared ownership in the execution of operational goals
Align Goals Across the Organization: Ensure enterprise-level objectives are cascaded clearly and effectively through all departments, teams, and individuals
What We Are Looking For
Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of the Woodward Business System (WBS) with a broad understanding of related disciplines
Coaching Expertise: Deep understanding of coaching principles and the ability to mentor leaders at all levels
Problem-Solving Mastery: Expertise in structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., A3, PDCA, root cause analysis)
Cultural Transformation Leadership: Proven ability to lead cultural change initiatives and create an engaged workforce
Collaborative Relationship Building: Ability to work effectively with business leaders across functions, fostering trust and alignment
Strategic Alignment Expertise: Deep understanding of Policy Deployment (Hoshin Kanri) principles and tools
Continuous Improvement Tools & Processes: Mastery of 5S, Visual Management, Standardized Work, Daily Management Systems, Flow / Pull, Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen
Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Exceptional interpersonal skills to build trust across levels
Create a Safe Environment for Experimentation: Foster an atmosphere where employees feel safe to surface problems and test ideas
Standardize and Sustain Improvements: Ability to implement and sustain improved processes
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 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 ITAR and/or EAR. All applicants must be U.S. Persons or eligible to obtain required authorizations.
Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable laws.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries: Manufacturing
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We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.
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.
Benefits
Estimated annual base pay: $214,000 (minimum) - $251,000 (midpoint) - $289,000 (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
Are you ready to make your mark? If you’re a Continuous Improvement Professional, we have an exciting opportunity for you. The Woodward Business System defines, standardizes and communicates the key processes we use to manage our company and deliver great performance. The system is built on five core processes that guide how we operate, and each process plays a critical role in our success.
Role Overview The Sr. Director of the Woodward Business System will act as the lead coach responsible for guiding the implementation and advancement of the Woodward Business System. They will collaborate with process owners on content development and contribute to the ongoing improvement of the entire system. Additionally, this role will focus on developing and mentoring leaders to enhance their capabilities in driving continuous improvement and fostering a culture of operational excellence across the organization.
What You Will Be Doing
Business System Champion: Lead the deployment and maturity of the Woodward Business System throughout the organization
Develop a Problem-Solving Culture: Serve as a role model and advocate for a culture where employees at all levels embrace problem-solving as a daily practice
Develop Leaders as Coaches: Provide training, tools, and guidance to help leaders become effective coaches who empower their teams while supporting their personal growth and development
Strategic Partnership: Share ownership of overall business performance with business leaders to ensure alignment, accountability, and shared ownership in the execution of operational goals
Align Goals Across the Organization: Ensure enterprise-level objectives are cascaded clearly and effectively through all departments, teams, and individuals
What We Are Looking For
Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of the Woodward Business System (WBS) with a broad understanding of related disciplines
Coaching Expertise: Deep understanding of coaching principles and the ability to mentor leaders at all levels
Problem-Solving Mastery: Expertise in structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., A3, PDCA, root cause analysis)
Cultural Transformation Leadership: Proven ability to lead cultural change initiatives and create an engaged workforce
Collaborative Relationship Building: Ability to work effectively with business leaders across functions, fostering trust and alignment
Strategic Alignment Expertise: Deep understanding of Policy Deployment (Hoshin Kanri) principles and tools
Continuous Improvement Tools & Processes: Mastery of 5S, Visual Management, Standardized Work, Daily Management Systems, Flow / Pull, Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen
Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Exceptional interpersonal skills to build trust across levels
Create a Safe Environment for Experimentation: Foster an atmosphere where employees feel safe to surface problems and test ideas
Standardize and Sustain Improvements: Ability to implement and sustain improved processes
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 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 ITAR and/or EAR. All applicants must be U.S. Persons or eligible to obtain required authorizations.
Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable laws.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries: Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Woodward, Inc. by 2x
For accuracy, positions and postings may vary by location and availability.
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