Description:Are you looking for a job where you can have a significant positive impact on the warfighter? A job where you can grow and learn? Then look no further and apply today! Lockheed Martin's Missiles & Fire Control, SOF GLSS (Special Operations Forces - Global Logistic Sustainment Services) contract provide logistics and sustainment supporting multiple programs and platforms.
With an established supply base around the world we are currently seeking an experienced supply chain / acquisition professional to join our Global Supply Chain Management team in the Lexington, KY area.
Duties include but are not limited to in support of SOF Aviation:
• Management of large subcontracts from Request for Proposal, to contract creation, through the life cycle of the effort
• Management of cost, schedule and performance
• Working supplier corrective actions and return to green efforts as required
• Reporting status to Sr. and executive leadership
• Working closely with Compliance supporting audits
• Serving as a mentor and knowledge resource on basic and complex subcontracts, including those with
Spec/SOW(Statement of Work) driven requirements, and other specific procurements, as required
Lexington, is in the heart of the Bluegrass and is the second-largest city in Kentucky, known as the "Horse Capital of the World". The surrounding region is a great place to live and to raise a family with an abundance of government and technology jobs. Where can you get to from Lexington? Louisville is about a 90 minute drive to the east. Cincinnati, Ohio is about 2 hours to the north. Indianapolis, Indiana is about 3 hours to the Northwest. Nashville, TN is about 4 hours South West.
Benefits of Employment:
To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin champions an inclusive work environment that urges differences and big-picture thinking.
Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.
A few of our benefit offerings are listed below:
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401k
• Work/life balance, family-friendly environment
• Career development
• Knowledgeable, supportive and engaged leadership
• Diverse, inclusive and community-minded organization
• Rewards & recognition
• Tuition Reimbursement
Basic Qualifications:• Significant Acquisition / procurement /Subcontract experience
• Comprehensive understanding of Global Supply Chain and/or complex Government procurement concepts and best practices
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to analyze multiple data sources
• Solid communication skills
• Comprehensive understanding of negotiations and ability to analyze pricing to establish a negotiation position
• Demonstrated experience with proposal evaluations (Price/Cost Analysis) and negotiations, including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Acquisition Regulations (DFAR).
• Statement of work experience
• Strong Subcontracting background in Government contracts
• Experience leading teams and project initiatives
• Experience with lean initiatives and supporting cross functional teams
Desired Skills:• Understanding of Special Operations Forces infrastructure
• Background in competitive procurement
• Handling complex negotiations
• Cross-functional knowledge of Supplier Quality and Engineering, as they relate to subcontract management
• Ability to create and present using Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to interact with senior management, suppliers and other external personnel on significant matters, often requiring coordination between functional organizations
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader
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.
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: MISSILES AND FIRE CTRL (S0806)
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Task Order/IDIQ
Shift: First