Supply Chain Risk and Compliance Specialist

Job Description

Primary Duties & 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.

Education & Experience

• Minimum 8 yr. experience in procurement or related supply chains with exposure to risk management scope
• Bacherlor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent degree.

Skills

• Familiarity with material categories, including electronics, machining, molding, assembling, tooling, and manufacturing processes, is advantageous.
• Familiarity with material categories and manufacturing processes such as electronics, machining, molding, assembling, and tooling.
• 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.

Working Conditions

• Position is onsite / hyrbrid

Physical Requirements

• Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary
• Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job
• May require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity - Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.