Supplier Risk & Compliance Specialist

Summary This is a critical role within Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) division that leads the monitoring, assessment, and reporting functions of supply chain risk across the procurement lifecycle for the Authority and Canals Corporation. This position develops and executes supply chain risk mitigation strategies as well as helps inform procurement decisions to achieve short-term and long-term goals in support of NYPA’s VISION2030 strategic plan. This position coordinates and oversees activities related to supplier contracts, ensuring effective scheduling, pricing, and performance across the supplier contract lifecycle. Supports the development and expansion of assigned supplier contracts by ensuring adherence to contractual and compliance obligations, including but not limited to the tracking, collection, review, and storage of System and Organization Controls (SOC) reports. This position manages supplier risk through comprehensive assessments and mitigation strategies, while identifying and resolving contract issues to ensure goals are achieved on time and within budget. This position contributes to the establishment of processes, governance, and training to ensure all relevant suppliers meet the organization’s security, privacy, and compliance requirements. This position collaborates closely with SSM, legal, finance, IT security, Enterprise Risk, and business units to maintain supplier relationships that are commercially effective, compliant, and resilient. #LI-VB1Responsibilities Responsible for daily management throughout the life cycle of the program. Support the stakeholders in planning and development of programs and projects. Propose and maintain controls, processes, procedures, reporting, etc. to manage the programs. Manage the risks and issues that arise during the program cycle as well as take measures to correct them. Coordinate the project(s) and their interdependencies between various projects and programs within departments or business units. Collect data and prepare program status analysis and reporting. Monitor progress to ensure that the milestones are being met. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Broad knowledge of project and program management methodologies. Understanding of the business and strategic goals. Able to work with all levels of management internal and external. Strong time management skills. Knowledge of budgeting and resource allocations. Ability to deliver engaging, informative, well-organized presentations. Written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to learn new systems and technologies. Ability to maintain awareness of new and emerging technologies relevant to program needs. Education, Experience and Certifications Bachelor’s Degree with 4 years’ relevant work experience in project/program management Physical Requirements The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $104,000 $130,000. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law. NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.