Job Details
Posted 11 May, 2026
Job Id: 627858
Supplier Diversity Consultant
Job Description
Position Overview
The Supplier Diversity Consultant will provide strategic and consultative support to the company’s Supplier Diversity and Supplier Development initiatives. This role is responsible for advising on regulatory compliance, supplier diversity reporting, program development, and stakeholder engagement to strengthen and expand the organization’s supplier diversity objectives. The consultant should be a subject matter expert on Small Business Subcontracting Plan (SBSP) reporting requirements as it relates to U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide consultative support on supplier diversity initiatives, including:
- Annual government reporting related to small business categories (e.g., small business, veteran-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, small disadvantaged, and women-owned businesses)
- Review, support, and advise on Small Business Subcontracting Plans, as applicable
- Respond to internal inquiries related to:
- Supplier development compliance
- Spend tracking and reporting
- Program structure and development
- Develop and refine Supplier Development Program strategies
- Provide guidance on tools, systems, and processes to enhance supplier development and qualifying small business tracking and execution
- Partner with internal stakeholders to build alignment and support for supplier diversity initiatives
- Mentor and provide guidance to the company’s Sustainability Manager and other designated personnel
- Support continuous improvement efforts related to supplier development programs
Required Qualifications
- Experience in supplier development, or procurement compliance
- Knowledge of U.S. government reporting requirements for small and diverse businesses
- Familiarity with small business subcontracting plans and regulatory compliance standards
- Strong analytical and advisory skills related to spend tracking and program development
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with federal contractor requirements (e.g., FAR/DFARS)
- Background in sustainability, ESG, or responsible sourcing initiatives
- Prior experience mentoring or coaching team members
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strategic consulting and advisory skills
- Stakeholder engagement and influence
- Program development and execution
- Regulatory compliance knowledge
- Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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