Senior Sourcing Compliance Specialist Job Niles area,Illinois USA,Business

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

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.