Description:Join Lockheed Martin’s Aeronautics Global Supply Chain as a key member of the Raw Material Strategy team, where your expertise in raw materials will shape the future of critical platforms like the F-35, F-16, C-130J, and F-22. This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to collaborate with industry-leading subject matter experts, foster relationships with mills and distributors, and drive innovative strategies that reduce cost and risk for our customers.
What You Will Be Doing:. Your impact as a Staff Subcontract Manager will resonate across short- and long-term business imperatives, challenging traditional approaches and setting new standards for procurement excellence. You may find yourself contributing to the following:
Key Responsibilities• Lead raw material procurement initiatives, ensuring compliance with DoD standards and alignment with Lockheed Martin’s strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including subject matter experts, mills, and distributors, to optimize raw material sourcing strategies.
• Identify and mitigate risks in the raw material supply chain to support current and future program needs.
• Drive innovative approaches to procurement processes, challenging legacy systems to reduce costs and enhance efficiency.
• Manage and cultivate relationships with key industry partners to secure sustainable supply chains for aluminum, titanium, steel, and other critical materials.
• Influence core business imperatives by improving processes, identifying opportunities for cost savings, and ensuring alignment with Lockheed Martin’s mission to support the warfighter.
What’s In It For You:3 day weekends every week with our flexible 4/10 work schedule!This position offers a hybrid work schedule at one of our main Aeronautics sites including, Fort Worth, TX, Palmdale, CA, Marietta, GA or Greenville, SC.
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security,
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.Who You Are:You are a raw materials expert with a deep understanding of the industry and a passion for innovative problem-solving. You thrive in dynamic environments, balancing autonomy and collaboration to achieve impactful results. You are committed to fostering strong relationships with stakeholders, driving cost-effective solutions, and contributing to the success of Lockheed Martin’s platforms. Your technical acumen and industry insights set you apart, making you a valuable contributor to our mission.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We Hear You, We See You. At Lockheed Martin, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse thinkers like you! At Lockheed Martin, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.
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Global Diversity and Inclusion.Basic Qualifications:• Proven raw material experience at a mill or distributor.
• Expertise in aluminum, titanium, and/or steel at the raw material level.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Desired Skills:• Procurement experience, particularly in a regulated environment.
• Experience working within the Department of Defense (DoD) or related industries.
• Technical degree (engineering, materials science, or related field preferred).
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
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 Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
