Description:WHAT WE'RE DOINGThe Aerostructures Composite group is seeking a qualified Subcontract Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing Supplier relationships, negotiating and managing major subcontracts, on-boarding and qualifying new suppliers, and supporting production and spares programs with material and services from our supply base.
THE WORKSpecific roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
•Supplier relationship management and driving improvement efforts.
•Manage the overall procurement life cycle from RFQ >Negotiations > Purchase Order Placement > Payment of Invoice
•Lead key supplier negotiations of cost, terms and conditions and USG flow downs.
•Management of critical, time-sensitive and complex issues.
•Solving problems independently and efficiently.
•Management of supplier performance metrics, including Supplier MRP/On-Time Delivery, Purchase Price Variance, Purchase Requisition placement, Contract Overspend/NTE performance, Cost of Poor Quality, etc.
•Address/Manage/Mitigate significant supplier issues/shortages to ensure AC/spares requirements are met.
•Manage resolution of quality issues – Q/A hold, rejections, DRT, & all supporting quality initiatives
•Manage Engineering, B/P, op sheet issues, and all technical issues
•Other tasks and duties as assigned by management
• Experience with FAR and/or DFARS, government contracts/subcontracts
WHO WE AREOur customers are world-wide and so is our reputation for creating original solutions with the latest technologies. Our products keep our customers safe and bring them home to their families at night.
We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you.
WHO YOU AREYou thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment and are committed to delivering best-in-class products and solutions.
WHY JOIN US Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's Comprehensive benefits package here!Basic Qualifications:• Bachelors degree from an accredited college
• Experience in Supply Chain, Procurement /Buyer and/ or Subcontract Management
• SAP Experience
Desired Skills:• Experience with FAR and/or DFARS, government contracts/subcontracts
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Negotiation and cost analysis skills
• Possess communication skills, both written, verbal, and presentation, to effectively communicate business cases to all levels of peers, suppliers, as well as program and executive management.
• Experience multi-tasking and prioritizing workload to meet program/customer needs
• Experienced team player with collaborative skills
• Previous Aerospace experience
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 employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.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.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
