Senior Sourcing Compliance Specialist

Larson Maddox; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Larson Maddox represents a client seeking a Senior Sourcing Compliance Specialist to strengthen procurement compliance programs in a highly regulated environment. The role focuses on government contracting requirements, internal policies, and supplier compliance while driving continuous improvement across procurement processes.

The successful candidate will lead audits, risk assessments, policy development, and training initiatives.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of procurement compliance and regulatory standards.
• Experience implementing compliance policies and governance frameworks.
• Familiarity with purchasing system requirements and government audits.
• Ability to lead audits and risk mitigation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and training abilities.
• Experience in regulated industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain procurement compliance programs, policies, procedures, and monitoring tools.
• Conduct internal audits and risk assessments of procurement activities to identify compliance gaps and mitigate risk.
• Review government purchase orders and procurement documentation to support compliance with approved purchasing system requirements.
• Support small business program compliance reviews and audits to maintain favorable government ratings.
• Oversee supplier and vendor compliance activities, including due diligence, contract reviews, and ongoing monitoring.
• Investigate potential compliance concerns, determine root causes, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on procurement compliance matters, guiding sourcing teams and stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to increase organizational awareness and understanding of regulatory requirements.
• Analyze procurement data and compliance metrics to identify trends, generate reports, and support process improvements.
• Lead or support compliance-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Procurement compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Governance frameworks

Govt contracting

Audit & risk

Data analysis

Stakeholder comms

Project management

Job description

Our client is seeking a Senior Sourcing Compliance Specialist to support and enhance procurement compliance programs within a highly regulated environment. This individual will play a key role in ensuring adherence to government regulations, internal policies, and supplier compliance requirements while driving continuous improvement across procurement processes.

Senior Sourcing Compliance Specialist

Egliable locations:

• Niles, IL, US
• Fort Collins - Lincoln Campus HQ

• Deerfield Beach, FL, US

• Spartanburg, SC, US
• Zeeland, MI, US

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Senior Sourcing Compliance Specialist to support and enhance procurement compliance programs within a highly regulated environment. This individual will play a key role in ensuring adherence to government regulations, internal policies, and supplier compliance requirements while driving continuous improvement across procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain procurement compliance programs, policies, procedures, and monitoring tools.
• Conduct internal audits and risk assessments of procurement activities to identify compliance gaps and mitigate risk.
• Review government purchase orders and procurement documentation to support compliance with approved purchasing system requirements.
• Support small business program compliance reviews and audits to maintain favorable government ratings and regulatory standing.
• Oversee supplier and vendor compliance activities, including due diligence, contract reviews, and ongoing monitoring.
• Investigate potential compliance concerns, determine root causes, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on procurement compliance matters, providing guidance to sourcing teams and business stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to increase organizational awareness and understanding of regulatory requirements.
• Analyze procurement data and compliance metrics to identify trends, generate reports, and support process improvements.
• Lead or support compliance-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

Compliance & Regulatory Expertise

• Strong knowledge of procurement compliance, government contracting requirements, supplier compliance programs, and regulatory standards.
• Experience developing and implementing compliance policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Understanding of purchasing system requirements and government audit environments.

Audit & Risk Management

• Proven ability to conduct compliance audits, assess risk, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Experience identifying process deficiencies and driving corrective actions.

Supplier & Vendor Management

• Knowledge of supplier due diligence, vendor compliance monitoring, and contract-related compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage compliance risks throughout the supplier lifecycle.

Investigation & Problem Solving

• Experience investigating compliance concerns, performing root cause analysis, and recommending effective resolutions.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Advanced proficiency in analyzing procurement and compliance data.
• Ability to develop reports, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations.

Communication & Training

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience presenting to stakeholders and delivering compliance training programs.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with sourcing teams, legal, finance, and senior leadership.

Project Management

• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred Background

• Experience working within a regulated industry such as aerospace, defense, manufacturing, government contracting, or related sectors.
• Background supporting procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or compliance functions.
• Experience interacting with government audits, reviews, and regulatory agencies is highly preferred.