Sourcing Compliance Leader

Energy Consulting group; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Sourcing Compliance Leader to oversee compliance for sourcing activities. This role will ensure adherence to US Government standards while training sourcing teams on compliance issues. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience in quality or sourcing environments. The company offers flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Non-contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

Flexible holiday options

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience within Quality/Sourcing.
• Risk-oriented and system-oriented approach.
• Knowledge of aerospace regulations desired.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve Purchase Order folders from a compliance perspective.
• Train the Sourcing team on Compliance and US Government customer requirements.
• Support procurement ensuring compliance with applicable FAR/DFAR contract flow downs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Power Point

Excel

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE Aerospace is looking for a Sourcing Compliance Leader.

Reporting to the Global Sourcing and Fulfilment Director, the Sourcing Compliance Leader will have full responsibility and accountability for all sourcing compliance across new business opportunities, current product and new product introduction. This role will lead US Government contract compliance and work closely with the sourcing teams whilst indirectly aligning with US sourcing compliance leadership.

The Sourcing Compliance Leader will lead standard work, conduct audits on PO folders, manage responsible sourcing and PO folder approval which forms part of GE Aerospace 5 pillars of sourcing compliance. The sourcing compliance leader will own compliance PO folder review process, train the team and ensure standardization and alignment with all company policies and procedures are in place as well as all the applicable laws and regulations.

The Sourcing Compliance Leader will support the sourcing team in all compliance related aspect of Procurement activities: documental, PO review, US Government, Third Party Audit, compliance sourcing instructions and procedures issue and update.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Focus on Purchase Order folders review and approval from a compliance perspective.

• Prepare and Provide training on Sourcing Compliance, OTJ military training, USG Customer requirements (five pillars) to Sourcing team.

• Support in conjunction with Legal contractual discussion relevant to compliance aspects.

• Support the procurement for US Government Contract, ensuring compliance with applicable FAR/DFAR contract flow downs.

• Support other Sourcing roles in the application of Compliance rules in complex cases.

• Ensure that all the ITC laws and regulation are applied in the Sourcing processes (tagging, export licenses, End Users, etc.)

• Support the supplier onboarding process relevant to all compliance aspect (Know Your Supplier, Supplier Responsibility Governance, High risk country, etc.)

• Support Sustainability activities relevant to supplier such as REACH, Conflict of Minerals, etc.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field.

• Demonstrable professional experience within Quality/Sourcing.

• Strong communication (oral and written) skills, Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel skills.

• Knowledge of QMS structure and documents and main aerospace regulation (AS9100, AQAP2310, etc.)

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in US/UK government compliance is desired but not essential as full training will be given.

• Risk oriented approach.

• System oriented, rigorous.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize.

• Knowledge of main GE Aerospace Dowty processes.

• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.

• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor,contributesconstructively.

• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.

• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.

• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.

Flexible Working

GE Aviation supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension

• Life Assurance

• Group income protection

• Private medical cover

• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell.

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No