Mgr, Contracts Management - Level 5

Lockheed Martin•Fort Worth, FL

1d•Remote

About The Position

As a Manager, Contracts Management, you will lead a team responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of contract activities that drive business success. From initial capture and proposal development to contract negotiation, execution, and closeout, you will play a key role in ensuring our contractual commitments are fulfilled with precision, integrity, and strategic focus. This highly visible position provides the opportunity to partner closely with internal teams and external customers — including both Military/Government and Commercial entities — to deliver results that strengthen relationships and advance business objectives. You are a confident, relationship-driven contracts professional who thrives in dynamic environments that require both strategic thinking and attention to detail. You bring strong negotiation skills, a deep understanding of contracts management principles, and a proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions. You are motivated by solving complex problems, ensuring compliance, and delivering win-win outcomes for both customers and your organization. You’re also someone who values integrity, continuous improvement, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a role that combines leadership, partnership, and business acumen.

Requirements

Bachelors degree from an accredited college.
Experience with complex financial terms and concepts (ex. Long Range Plan (LRP), Return on Sale (ROS), proposal pricing, Executive Planning Panel experience, etc.).
Electronic Contracting Environment (ECE) skills or usage of similar Contract Management software tools

Nice To Haves

Candidate must possess the ability to influence positive business outcomes with fact, reason, and the ability to convey the company’s positions both orally and via exceptional writing skills.
Working knowledge and understanding of Offsets (Industrial Participation).
Proven experience administering and negotiating a variety of contract types.
Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously and achieve program goals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
“Self-starter” capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
Exceptional professionalism and presentation skills.
Extensive DCS contracting experience. Experience in Middle East DCS contracting is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and perform all phases of contract management, from capture and proposal through contract award, administration, and closeout.
Serve as the primary company representative in customer negotiations, building and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships.
Provide strategic business advice and guidance to internal stakeholders including Program Management, Finance, Legal, Subcontracts, Business Development, Engineering, and Compliance.
Ensure all contractual actions comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company Delegation of Authority (DOA) and approval requirements.
Resolve complex contractual issues, ensuring solutions align with company objectives and customer expectations.
Lead or support audits with internal and external teams to verify compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
Develop, review, and finalize contract documents to ensure consistency with negotiated terms and company standards.
Mentor and train team members in contract management best practices to promote professional growth and operational excellence.
Compile and analyze contractual data, preparing detailed reports and insights to support business area and corporate decision-making.