Staff Supply Chain Business Operations Compliance Specialist - R10191144

Northrop Grumman; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Staff Supply Chain Business Operations Compliance Specialist to enhance their compliance efforts. This role involves monitoring regulations, conducting supplier audits, and developing compliance policies. You will work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure operational excellence and supply chain diversity. If you're passionate about compliance and eager to make a significant impact in a global defense context, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values innovation and collaboration, and help shape the future of supply chain operations.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 16 years of experience in contracts and procurement compliance.
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and DFARS.

Responsibilities

• Monitor regulatory landscape and assess compliance risks.
• Develop and implement company-wide compliance policies.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Supply Chain Management

Risk Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Cross-Cultural Awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

SAP

Job description

Staff Supply Chain Business Operations Compliance Specialist - R10191144

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Are you ready to support Northrop Grumman as we continue to push the boundaries of the possible, providing product and services to customers throughout the world. Become part of a team of passionate professionals that strives to provide supply chain support within our organization and at the enterprise level whenever needed. As part of the Global Supply Chain function, you will be provided opportunities to demonstrate your ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaboration across all levels.

As a member of this Division Compliance team, this individual will be working with other like minded individuals within the compliance organization and within our GSC community to improve both procurement knowledge and skill sets critical to ensuring operational excellence and supply base diversity is achieved at program, division, sector and enterprise levels. Staff level position requires successful candidate to effectively manage work assigned to them while supporting others in our endeavors to follow through on being both strategic and tactical in the assessment and application of policy, procedure and processes, collaborating as needed with leadership in prioritizing critical actions and related activities.

Key responsibilities of a global supply chain regulatory compliance officer:

• Monitoring regulatory landscape: Keeping track of changing regulations in different jurisdictions where the company operates and identifying potential compliance risks
• Supplier due diligence: Assessing potential suppliers to ensure they meet compliance standards and conducting regular audits to maintain compliance
• Policy development: Establishing and implementing company-wide policies and procedures related to global supply chain compliance
• Risk assessment: Identifying and mitigating potential compliance risks within the supply chain, including issues related to labor practices, environmental standards, and product safety
• Compliance training: Educating employees and suppliers on relevant compliance regulations and procedures
• Incident management: Responding to and investigating potential compliance breaches, taking corrective actions as needed
• Reporting and documentation: Maintaining thorough records of compliance activities and providing reports to senior management.
  
  

Key skills for a global supply chain regulatory compliance officer:

• Deep understanding of international regulations: Familiarity with various laws and standards related to import/export, customs, product safety, labor practices, and environmental protection in different countries
• Supply chain knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the entire supply chain process, from raw materials to finished goods
• Risk management skills: Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate potential compliance risks
• Analytical skills: Analyzing data to identify trends and potential compliance issues
• Communication skills: Effectively communicating compliance requirements to stakeholders across different levels and regions
• Cross-cultural awareness: Understanding cultural nuances and adapting communication strategies to different countries
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Must have A High School diploma/GED and 16 years of contracts and/or procurement regulator compliance experience procurement, or related business experience. A bachelor's degree with 12+ years of contracts, supply chain, procurement, or related business experience -OR- a master's degree with 10+ years of contracts, supply chain, procurement, or related business experience will also be considered
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements
• Experience utilizing MS Office Suite, SAP and other business tools including those used in the execution of subcontracts management activities and procurements of international products and services
• Demonstrated ability to work in a very fast paced; Ability to multi-task and make sound decisions in a timely manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree with 12+ years of contracts, supply chain, procurement, or related business experience -OR- a master's degree with 10+ years of contracts, supply chain, procurement, or related business experience
• Experience supporting different types of programs or product lines as well as contract types including cost types
• Experience working with subcontractors during all phases of program lifecycle
• Proficiency creating procurement policies, operating procedures, process instructions, etc.
• Proficiency in proposal processes and operating procedures and process instructions ensuring adequacy of NG proposals and subcontractor proposal packages
• Work with Compliance Team members to train and mentor Buyers, Subcontracts Administrators and Supply Chain Managers on specific topics directly related to regulatory compliance as it pertains to critical steps in the procurement process.
• Demonstrated understanding of ITAR requirements and compliance
• Demonstrated collaboration and/or experience working as a member of an Integrated Program Teams (IPT)
  
  

Salary Range: $128,500.00 - $212,000.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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