Hybrid Supply Chain Risk and Compliance Specialist

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About the role

  • Supply Chain Risk and Compliance Specialist at Coherent Corp. managing supplier risk databases and analyzing regulatory compliance indicators with team collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for Coherent's supplier risk databases, integrating environmental and regulatory compliance indicators (e.g., RoHS, REACH, WEEE, PFAS, Prop 65).
  • Analyze and share insights with Global Supply Management and Operations to proactively manage supplier and regulatory risks.
  • Conduct comprehensive supplier risk assessments, covering strategic, financial, geopolitical, capacity, logistics, cybersecurity, and compliance risks.
  • Monitor emerging regulations, sanctions and trade export/import bans (e.g., critical minerals, OECD Due Diligence, RMI/RBA, UFLPA) and execute on guidance provided by legal to assess their impact on suppliers, identifying and implementing mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with purchasing teams to develop and execute short- and long-term risk mitigation and business continuity plans, especially for high-risk or sole-source suppliers.
  • Generate risk alerts based on severity and ensure timely action across procurement functions.
  • Contribute to the development and execution of procurement's risk management strategy, embedding compliance and predictive risk forecasting into core processes.
  • Align risk initiatives with business planning, digital tool adoption, and resource allocation.
  • Stay abreast of global supply chain regulations, compliance standards, and industry best practices.
  • Prepare and present executive-level reports on supplier risk, compliance performance, and mitigation efforts.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and ethical sourcing across the global supply chain through quality and compliance initiatives.
  • Conduct ongoing risk sensing, environmental scanning, and industry benchmarking to ensure proactive supplier risk management.

Requirements

  • Minimum 8 yr. experience in procurement or related supply chains with exposure to risk management scope
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent degree.
  • Familiarity with material categories, including electronics, machining, molding, assembling, tooling, and manufacturing processes, is advantageous.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and present insights confidently.
  • Effective communicator with experience engaging executive-level stakeholders.
  • Global perspective with experience across regions and awareness of diverse market and regulatory environments.
  • Proven track record in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or equivalent methodologies.
  • Proficient in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
  • Strategic, proactive, and able to lead projects independently while managing multiple priorities.
  • Skilled in identifying and mitigating supply chain risks.
  • Knowledge of compliance requirements for hazardous materials and environmental legislation (e.g., REACH, RoHS, TSCA).
  • Understanding of sustainability frameworks, including ESG principles, sustainable sourcing, and environmental impact assessments.
  • Familiarity with EU sustainability directives such as CSRD and CSDDD, and experience supporting their implementation and reporting across the supply chain.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities

Job title

Supply Chain Risk and Compliance Specialist

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

$117,740 - $159,010 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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