Job Description
WHAT WE'RE DOING
Supply Chain professional responsible for managing supplier cost, delivery, and technical performance on Blackhawk R&D Platforms which includes the Specialized Engineering, Analysis, Test, and Technical Services Contract (SEATTS), Support Services Contracts (SSC), and BH Modernization/Commercial Modification Campaign.
THE WORK
You will be responsible for managing supplier costs, schedule, and technical performance for moderate-to-high-risk subcontracts supporting a variety of programs and contract types. You will lead multifunctional subcontract management teams and serve as the primary interface between Lockheed Martin and suppliers throughout the subcontract lifecycle.
Key responsibilities include:
• Managing complex build-to-print, performance specification, and modified Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) subcontracts.
• Developing subcontract specifications, statements of work, and terms and conditions for specialized materials, equipment, and services.
• Preparing bid packages, conducting bidder conferences, and establishing source selection criteria.
• Evaluating supplier proposals, performing cost and price analyses, and leading subcontract negotiations.
• Selecting or recommending suppliers and preparing subcontract award packages.
• Administering awarded subcontracts, including change management activities and performance monitoring.
• Exercising procurement authority and executing supplier agreements and purchase orders within delegated authority levels.
• Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure supplier performance aligns with program objectives for cost, quality, delivery, and technical requirements.
WHO YOU ARE
• The candidate should possess strong troubleshooting, risk assessment, and problem-solving capabilities.
• The candidate should be a dedicated team player with the ability to effectively manage multiple subcontracts simultaneously like complex build-to-print subcontracts for the next generation Blackhawk engine which is part of the continuing effort of Blackhawk Modernization.
• The candidate must have the knowledge of RMS-SAC supplier capabilities for the procurement of unique systems and equipment, specialized materials, and services.
• The ideal candidate must be able to work within RMS-SAC's Quality System to support the Subcontract Program Manager and Blackhawk program in sourcing, subcontract negotiations, to generate bid packages, initiate new suppliers, analyze and evaluate proposals, negotiate, prepare awards and administer resulting subcontracts, required change activity, expediting, Act as a liaison between the subcontractor, USG customer, and all of RMS SAC functional leads (Program Manager, Finance, Legal, Contracts, Engineering, Operations, and Quality Assurance).
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
• Ability to work with all levels of management
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and government contracting requirements.
• Knowledge of SAP, Procure-to-Pay systems, or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) tools.
Desired skills
• Experience reviewing contracts and modifications and support build/master schedule, contract negotiations and proposal efforts, including RFIs..
• Experience managing complex, high-dollar-value procurements supporting Department of Defense (DoD), commercial, or international programs.
• Experience conducting cost analysis, price analysis, and negotiating favorable business terms and conditions.
• Experience supporting development, production, and sustainment programs.
• Demonstrated ability to develop sourcing strategies and execute supplier risk mitigation plans.
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM), program scheduling, or supplier performance metrics.
• Experience briefing senior leadership and making strategic recommendations on supplier-related matters.
• Previous aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or government contracting experience.
Ability to work remotely
Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $77,700 - $136,965. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $89,300 - $154,905. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
