Supply Chain Compliance Manager

This position is offered in two office locations within the United States. Available locations: Arlington VA, or Merritt Island, FL.

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.

Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work.

Position Summary:

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense is a trusted U.S. government partner for industry leading satellite, geospatial intelligence and cyber capabilities, secure communications, space exploration missions, military helicopters, unmanned aerial systems, and fixed wing aircraft. Our portfolio of state-of-the-art technologies, research and development, and subject matter expertise provide the U.S. Department of Defense, National Security Agencies, and Space focused partners the best solutions for their critical missions. We are seeking a dynamic, hands-on Supply Chain Compliance Manager to mature compliance processes and policies.

The Supply Chain team must drive operational excellence by ensuring policy and process compliance within Airbus U.S.'s supply base. Flawless execution in the supply chain is critical for Airbus U.S. performance on its contracts. Key elements of success include clear and easy to execute requirements, clear documentation and training, effective partnership with suppliers, and transparent performance measures which enable accountability and follow-up. To manage supply chain compliance requirements efficiently and effectively, organizations need not only the knowledge, access to information, and ability to interpret the impact of existing compliance requirements, but they must also have the capability to scan the horizon for new and rapidly emerging requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

Compliance Program(s) - 50%

• Create and implement a supply chain compliance program to meet Government and Commercial requirements for procurement, cybersecurity, and additional functions as required.
• Lead and support all audits
• Review and procurement activities to suppliers for compliance to policy and processes, providing approval when required and offer solutions to increase efficiency.
• Create, train, and implement compliance processes for adherence to requirements in Customer contracts.
• Work with relevant stakeholders to identify and resolve areas of compliance non-conformance.

Training and Implementation - 40%

• Hands-on approach to develop, coach and train affected stakeholders on compliance requirements and programs.
• Understand and improve the interrelationship between requirements and the tools and process utilized to perform according to those requirements.
• Collaborate with all relevant functional units such as Procurement, Logistics, Quality, and Accounts Payable to drive alignment and implementation.
• Promote opportunities for automation and process improvement.

Other duties as assigned - 10%

Qualified Experience / Skills / Training:

Education:

• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, Industrial Engineering, similar (quantitative) discipline or equivalent experience

Experience:

• 6+ years of work experience in supply chain, manufacturing, or other process critical operations and/or relevant experience or evidence of exceptional ability.
• Data driven - track record of using KPIs to drive process improvements.
• Experience with defense industry a must.

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

• Excellent writing and presentation skills a must.
• General knowledge of principles of U.S. Government contracts management including U.S. Government regulations (FAR/DFARS).
• Experience working on U.S. Government contracts and associated requirements and/or negotiation.
• Clear and effective communication required.
• Team player mentality and ability to foster such culture required.
• Comfort working in an emergent environment and working without established processes and procedures is required.
• "No task too small" attitude.
• Problem solving ability - clearly define problems, identify root causes and actions to address them. Contribute to the performance of mitigation actions, where applicable.
• Passionate and relentless in following up on issues until a final resolution achieved and sustained process improvements are deployed and verified.
• Ability to think objectively and perform under pressure.
• Strong writing skills - Company-wide communications must be clear, concise, and reviewed for errors.
• Working knowledge of U.S. export regulations (ITAR/EAR) is a plus.

Technical Systems Proficiency:

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with digital contract management tools such as Salesforce and Deltek.

Travel Required:

• 15% Domestic and International

Eligibility:

• U.S. Citizen

Clearance:

• Must be eligible to obtain a US security clearance in the future.

Decision Making, Complexity:

• Must be able to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines and be adaptable to changing priorities.
• Comfortable working with all levels across the company and communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Be a strong advocate for change within the emerging culture of the Company

Nature of Contacts:

Involved communication on a daily basis with internal and external parties

Physical Requirements:

Physical requirements in the performance of the primary responsibilities of this position. Includes: Lifting, Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Sitting, Standing, Squatting/Kneeling, Walking, Speaking, Hearing, Vision, Manual Dexterity, Travel.

Equal Opportunity:

Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to HR@airbusus.com.