Subcontract Management - Staff

Lockheed Martin • Englewood, CO

5d • $95,000 - $189,290 • Onsite

About The Position

The mission matters. So do the people behind it. With advancing defense technology at our core, what sets us apart is a culture of collaboration, purpose, and impact. What is the mission? By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we 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 development 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. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours. What does this role look like? The Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) Program is seeking a high potential and high performing leader with relevant Program Management experience and demonstrated ability to collaborate pro-actively within diverse teams to support program performance execution excellence. FBM develops, designs, produces, maintains, and replenishes submarine-launched ballistic missiles capable of flying more than 4,000 nautical miles with a full payload. FBM is a reliable program that has been a part of the United States for over 60 years with many years to come. As we enter the next phase of FBM there are large opportunities for growth and career development. Learn about the Trident II D5 Fleet Ballistic Missile. In this role as Subcontracts Manager, Staff, for FBM, you will have the following daily key responsibilities:

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education,
• 6+ years of professional experience in Supply Chain Management (i.e… Procurement, Subcontract Administration, Subcontract Management, Negotiation, proposal, and/or Category Management),
• Previous professional experience leading negotiations with suppliers to ensure cost and schedule objectives are captured in contractual commitments,
• Previous professional experience with the procurement and management of specialized materials, complex assemblies, and equipment,
• Knowledge of standard acquisition policies and procedures (FAR/DFAR),
• You will need to be a US Citizen, and be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD SECRET clearance , to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Please note: No clearance is required to apply, nor prior to start.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 6 years of professional experience; or 4 years of professional experience with a related Master's degree.
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and contracting types
• In-depth knowledge of all types of contracts and how to utilize which type in various program scenarios
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with an ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and changes in deadlines
• Experience with long-form subcontracts utilizing Lockheed Martin Acquisition Procedures (LMAP)
• Aerospace program negotiation skills and experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and work well under pressure
• Experienced presenter to Program Management and Customer representative
• Self Motived with a demonstrated sense of urgency and ownership, and accountability for tasks/assignments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with all levels of management
• Ability to be flexible and accept change
• Must be able to resolve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a dynamic work environment; ability to analyze a problem and recommend solutions by exercising sound problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall management of supplier performance to include cost, schedule, and technical through leadership and interaction with a cross-functional team.
• Interface with suppliers as the focal point between the subcontractor/supplier program management team, and end customer, effectively communicating supplier health to all levels of management
• Help develop subcontract specifications, statements of work and negotiate requirements and scope.
• Initiate and manage the acquisition process from pre-solicitation (including researching and evaluating procurement sources), through the proposal process and PO placement, through to management of supplier performance and closeout.
• Research and evaluate procurement sources and qualification
• Primary Supply chain representative for all FBM program’s proposal phases
• Position organizes, plans, collects, reports, and oversees the Supply Chain Procurement input on all proposal activities to assure timely proposal submissions of all procured material, parts, assemblies, equipment, labor and travel, and in compliance with government regulations, RFP specifications and program commitments.
• Develops supplier RFP Letter templates for the subcontract items and leads central procurement proposal kickoff meetings
• Coordinates Cost Analysis scheduling and completions with the Evaluation Team.
• Participates in proposal walk-downs with management and customer representatives as necessary, fact-finding meetings and customer RFI responses
• Focal point for Post-Award audits of prior proposals.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees