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PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain Compliance Specialist, Defense, in Wichita KS or Washington DC. Job ID#215564

Job Summary
The Supply Chain Compliance Specialist will play a pivotal role in ensuring robust Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) audit preparedness and execution across our supply chain operations. Reporting to the Defense Procurement Manager, you will lead efforts to align procurement processes with DoD standards, mitigate risks, and facilitate seamless CPSR audits by the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), and overseeing global supply chain compliance maintaining a global supply chain compliance matrix across 20+ countries. This position demands a proactive, detail-oriented professional with deep expertise in A&D and global supply chain regulations to support our growing portfolio of classified and non-classified contracts.

Key Responsibilities
CPSR Audit Preparedness:
*    Conduct comprehensive gap analyses of the Contractor Purchasing System (CPS) against DCMA CPSR checklists, FAR 44.3, and DFARS 244.3 requirements.
*    Develop and maintain CPSR readiness documentation, including policies, procedures, flow-down clauses, and audit trails for supplier selection, pricing, and quality assurance.
*    Lead quarterly self-assessments and mock CPSR audits to identify and remediate deficiencies, ensuring 100% compliance prior to DCMA reviews.
*    Train procurement teams on CPSR best practices, including risk-based sourcing, consent to subcontract, and unauthorized commitment prevention

CPSR Audit Execution
*    Serve as the primary point of contact for DCMA CPSR auditors (ACO), coordinating on-site/virtual audits, document submissions, and response timelines.
*    Facilitate real-time audit walkthroughs, interviews, and evidence gathering to achieve "Acceptable" or "Approved" CPSR ratings.
*    Prepare and present Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) for any findings, tracking implementation to closure within 90 days.
*    Post-audit, analyze outcomes to refine processes and prevent recurrence, contributing to continuous improvement of metrics.

Global Supply Chain Compliance
*    Oversee overall global supply chain compliance for international operations, ensuring adherence to country-specific regulations (e.g., EU GDPR, UK Bribery Act, Australian Defense Export Controls) across 20+ partner countries.
*    Maintain and update the Global Compliance Matrix, a centralized tool mapping U.S. DoD requirements (FAR/DFARS/ITAR) to local laws, sanctions, and export controls for seamless flow-down to Tier 1-3 suppliers worldwide.
*    Conduct annual reviews of the matrix to incorporate regulatory changes, perform risk assessments for high-risk regions (e.g., ITAR-restricted countries), and support cross-border subcontract approvals.
Ongoing Compliance Support:
*    Monitor regulatory updates (e.g., CMMC 2.0, NIST SP 800-171) and integrate into supply chain policies.
*    Collaborate with program managers to ensure CPSR-compliant subcontracts for DoD programs exceeding $50M annually.
*    Generate compliance reports for executive leadership and support ISO 9001/AS9100 certifications.

Required Qualifications
Education
*    Education bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field.                          
Experience
*    5+ years in A&D supply chain compliance, with 3+ years focused on CPSR audit preparedness and execution at a DoD prime contractor. Proven track record of successful CPSR audits (e.g., "Approved" rating).
Certifications
*    CPSM, CPCM, or NCMA CP; CIPS preferred. DCMA CPSR training completion required within 6 months.

Technical Skills
*    Expertise in SAP/Oracle ERP, and CPSR tools (e.g., DCMA iCPS, SharePoint). Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel for audit metrics).
Knowledge
*    In-depth understanding of FAR/DFARS Parts 44 & 52, ITAR/EAR, DCMA Manual 2301, DoD Class Deviations, and the global supply chain compliance matrix.

Preferred Qualifications
*    Master's degree in supply chain or Compliance.
*    Experience with CMMC Level 2/3 supply chain flow-downs.
*    Prior DCMA auditor liaison role or AS9100 lead auditor certification.
*    Familiarity with A&D-specific risks (e.g., counterfeit parts mitigation per DFARS 246.870), and obsolescence risk management.

Key Competencies
*    Exceptional organizational skills for managing high-stakes audits under tight deadlines.
*    Strong communication to interface with DCMA, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
*    Analytical mindset for risk assessment and root-cause analysis.
*    U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Secret clearance (required for classified programs).
*    Travel will be required by up to 25%