UNICON International Inc. · 1 week ago
Procurement Compliance Specialist � Federally & State-Funded Projects
Columbus, OH
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expUNICON International Inc. is seeking a Procurement Compliance Specialist for federally and state-funded projects. The role involves managing procurement activities to ensure compliance with grant and loan requirements, while serving as a liaison between the grants team and procurement.
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Responsibilities
Review federal and state grant or loan agreements to identify required compliance language
Ensure flowdown clauses are incorporated into every vendor agreement, including material purchases and contracted services in a timely manner
Maintain documentation and audit trails demonstrating compliance with grant and loan requirements
Collaborate with legal, project, and grants teams to verify accuracy and completeness of compliance language
Serve as subject matter expert for contract terms related to federal and state funding requirements
Adapt corporate procurement processes to comply with proper sourcing and procuring of materials to meet Buy America Build America (BABA) requirements (as applicable based on the grant of loan project)
Validate vendor certifications and documentation for domestic sourcing compliance
Ensure adherence to Cargo Preference Act for applicable shipments, coordinating with logistics providers as needed
Engage agencies such as Department of Energy & Maritime Administration as needed
Maintain compliance records for all direct material purchases and provide reporting as required by funding agencies
Work with project managers and vendors to confirm all service contracts include required federal/state compliance provisions
Monitor vendor performance and maintain compliance documentation throughout the contract lifecycle
Provide guidance and training to internal teams and vendors on compliance obligations
Support audits and respond to inquiries from funding agencies regarding procurement compliance
Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with compliance requirements for federally and state-funded projects
Lead negotiations with vendors to ensure inclusion of compliance terms without compromising project timelines or budgets
Coordinate with category managers to integrate compliance considerations into sourcing strategies
Assist in resolving compliance-related issues with vendors and internal stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in business, supply chain, finance, or related field
Minimum 5 years in procurement, contract management, or compliance for federally or state-funded projects
Strong knowledge of BABA, Cargo Preference Act, and federal/state grant requirements
Experience developing and implementing procurement processes
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and compliance processes simultaneously
Data-driven approach to work
Preferred
Comprehensive federal and state grant funding knowledge
BABA and Cargo Preference Act as preferred qualifications
Company
UNICON International Inc.
UNICON is a 35-year workforce solutions partner, trusted by Fortune 500 companies and public-sector organizations to deliver talent, manage critical projects, and implement innovative solutions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase