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Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) · 4 months ago

Supply Chain Compliance Manager

Simsbury, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is a leader in innovative aerospace and defense solutions. They are seeking a Supply Chain Compliance Manager who will ensure compliance with federal, state, and commercial regulations in supply chain activities, overseeing various procurement processes and policies.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for ensuring adherence to government contracting requirements (e.g., CPSR, FAR/DFARS), commercial standards, small business and internal policies while supporting procurement strategies and supply chain management

Develop, implement, maintain and certify procurement compliance procedures and controls

Assist in drafting and revising procurement and compliance policies to meet evolving regulatory standards

Lead training and company awareness on contractual requirements, federal regulations, and the small business subcontracting program

The Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) - Manage and champion the company's small business subcontracting program with Supply Chain Managers/Buyers and other applicable cross functional teams to meet annual SBLO sourcing objectives, align with sourcing strategies, address customer requests, and ensures compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other applicable federal regulations

Conduct internal audits of procurement processes and documentation for compliance

Support regulatory audits and assessments by government agencies or third-party auditors

Review and validate supplier certifications (e.g., small business status, ITAR, cybersecurity compliance)

Support the contract and subcontract flow-down of applicable clauses to suppliers and ensure documentation accuracy

Assisting with source selection processes to ensure regulatory compliance and small business subcontracting is a key factor in decision-making

Work with supply chain management teams to identify and mitigate compliance risks in the supply base

Ensure supplier vetting processes align with trade compliance, cybersecurity (e.g., NIST SP 800-171/CMMC), and ethical sourcing standards

Support reporting obligations for procurement under government contracts (e.g., EEO, anti-trafficking, conflict minerals)

Qualification

FAR/DFARS knowledgeRegulatory compliance experienceProcurement compliance toolsGovernment contracting experienceERP systems familiarityCPCM certificationISO 9001 / AS9100 standardsProject management skillsAnalytical skillsMulti-tasking abilityEntrepreneurial spiritCommunication skillsDetail oriented

Required

The Candidate must have a BA/BS degree preferably in Supply Chain Management, Law or Business

5+ years of experience in regulatory compliance procurement or quality within a government contracting or aerospace/defense environment

Knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, CPSR, and other relevant regulatory frameworks

Experience with government and commercial purchasing systems, procurement audit practices, and contract lifecycle management

Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills

Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., IFS, SAP, Costpoint) and procurement compliance tools

Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) contracts and reporting requirements

Familiarity with ISO 9001 / AS9100 quality standards

Experience interfacing with federal agencies or prime contractors on small business initiatives

Direct experience managing or supporting a Small Business Subcontracting Program under FAR/DFARS regulations

Strong understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)

Familiarity with eSRS (Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System) and other reporting tools

Strong skills in MS Windows – Excel, Word, Power-point and MS Project

The candidate must be detail orientated, ability to multi-task and have excellent written and verbal communications skills

Excels in a dynamic, changeable work environment. Energetic and positive. Ability to work independently. Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to ensure compliance with a passion for being an advocate for the small business program

Must be willing to travel as needed (0-40%)

Preferred

Certifications such as CPCM, CFCM, CPSM or related government contracting certifications

Experience supporting Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR)

Working knowledge of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements for suppliers

Understanding of Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing practices

Company

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD)

Right For Your Mission Headquartered in Simsbury, Connecticut, with additional locations in Graham, Kentucky, and Moorpark, California, EBAD is a global leader in mission-critical hardware and systems, delivering precision energetics and innovative explosive solutions that empower success in the most demanding environments.

Founded in 1836

Simsbury, Connecticut, USA

501-1000 employees