Lead, Government Compliance

Lead, Government Compliance L3Harris Technologies candidate for the position of Supply Chain Government Compliance and Supplier Diversity Officer. The Space & Mission Systems (SMS), Supply Chain Government Compliance and Supplier Diversity is a position supporting the Supply Chain Operations & Compliance, Government Compliance and Supplier Diversity organization and monitors supply chain operations to ensure compliance to supply chain policies and procedures, FAR/DFARS/AMS government regulations, and requirements of industry standards to support efficient and compliant operations across the purchasing and supply chain operations. This full‑time position SMS Space Systems in SC Ops site reports to the Supply Chain leadership. Essential Functions: Complete government Purchase Order compliance reviews to support maintaining an approved purchasing system with the Government. Lead and support quarterly internal functional compliance system reviews and internal control self‑assessments. Offer guidance in development, implementation and management of supply chain and purchasing procedures that support the L3Harris CAS 410 Segment, FAR/DFARS/AMS government regulations, and industry best practices. Support ability to collect, document, monitor, and analyze supply base for business size and small business classification compliance; track performance to supplier diversity improvement initiatives / objectives, monitor attainment of projections to goals and plans, and assess utilization gaps. Maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting records. Prepare internal and federal customer required reports. Evaluate Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements for Small Business utilization and participation. Support development and implementation of customer required subcontracting plans; prepare customer required Small Business subcontracting reports to plan. Support the development of templates and other tools that support compliant purchasing and supply chain actions. Monitor and ensure all records and documents are maintained according to supply chain best practices, government regulations, and relevant policies and procedures. Participate in the development and implementation of systems that result in improved operational efficiency and reduced organizational risk. Seek optimal solutions and approaches within the supply chain organization, identify gaps in practices and processes, pursue training, and process improvement opportunities. Conduct routine compliance reviews on procurement files to document ongoing operational quality, collect statistics and submit reports on risks and recommendations. Assist in training buyers on L3Harris Government Compliance Systems, policies and procedures, and government regulations. Coordinate information related to internal/external audits, DCMA CPSR's reviews to support maintaining an approved purchasing system with the government and DCMA Small Business 640 reviews to maintain acceptable government ratings. Remain informed of government regulations and policies of L3Harris such as FAR, DFARS, and AMS requirements. Apply category management principles to optimize sourcing strategies and drive value across key commodity groups. Develop and manage long‑term agreements with suppliers to ensure continuity of supply, cost savings, and risk mitigation. Lead and support process improvements aimed at enhancing the buyer experience, including upstream improvements in engineering, quality, and materials management. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree 9+ years of work experience as a Supply Chain professional, technical consultant or similar role or Graduate degree with a minimum of 7 years in relevant discipline and work experience as a Supply Chain professional, technical consultant, or similar role 3+ years Supply Chain experience supporting Government FAR, DFARS, and AMS regulations Ability to travel of up to 10% to other L3Harris sites. Preferred Additional Skills: Bachelor's degree Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting, or related area. Ability to prioritize competing work assignments and initiative to complete tasks. Experience with FAR, DFARS, and AMS government regulations. Experience with purchasing and supply chain best practices. Working knowledge of the FAR/DFARS/AMS government regulations for Supply Chain Compliance. #J-18808-Ljbffr