Subcontract Program Management, Senior Staff

Lockheed Martin•Titusville, CO

2d•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. Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. Lockheed Martin Space aims to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. They are creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through their 21st Century Security® vision. Supply Chain’s vision is to enable customer and mission success through supply chain strategies and execution that deliver superior operational program performance and create competitive advantage through continuous improvement. It is their mission to deliver affordable supply chain solutions that meet all program requirements and manage supply chain risks to ensure positive supplier performance through all phases of the program life-cycle from capture to sustainment. This role is an ideal opportunity to make an impact on their supply chain strategy for robust, efficient, and fast program startup & execution. Lockheed Martin is driven by innovation and integrity. By applying the highest standards of business ethics and a forward-thinking mindset, they believe everything is within reach. In this role, you will have the following daily key responsibilities: Manages subordinate teams overseeing subcontractors or critical subcontracted systems for all contract types and programs, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and company policies. Directs and manages all costs, quality, schedule, financial, and technical performance requirements that are levied on the subcontractor or the product family and is required to ensure performance and support of the contract milestones of the system. Develops sourcing and subcontract program management strategic plans that address overall program capture needs, execution, and risk management. Acts as the main focal point to the subcontractor and program management office. Responsible for and directs all phases of the subcontract from initiation of the business case for make or buy decisions through requests for proposals, transition to program startup, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, cost accountability, program execution, and contract closeout. Makes informed decisions affecting the performance of the subcontractor. Establishes milestone objectives to manage performance to committed schedules and contractual specifications. Leads a cross-functional team, normally composed of engineers, quality, and procurement personnel, to ensure successful subcontract execution and program delivery.

Requirements

Bachelors degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education.
8+ professional experience in a combination of either Project Engineering, Project Management, and/or Supply Chain Management (i.e… Procurement, Subcontract Administration, Subcontract Management, Negotiation, and/or Category Management).
Ability to travel approximately 25% +/-
Must be a US Citizen.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a US SECRET clearance.
Must successfully pass a drug and background check.

Nice To Haves

Masters degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education.
15+ professional experience in either Project Engineering, Project Management, or Supply Chain Management (i.e… Procurement, Subcontract Administration, Subcontract Management, Negotiation, and/or Category Management).
Prior professional experience managing the performance, design, or procurement of specialized materials, complex assemblies, and equipment within the Defense industry.
Prior professional experience with Earned Value Management (EVM).
Proficient computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Detail and teamwork oriented with demonstrated organizational skills.
Possess effective relationship-building skills with peers, leadership, and suppliers.
Demonstrated exceptional strategic communication skills, both written, verbal, and presentation, to effectively communicate business cases to all levels of peers, suppliers, and stakeholders, as well as program executives, with an ability to persuade and motivate action.
Positivity and enthusiasm.
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize tasks in a fast paced environment.
Ability to make data based business decisions, with a proven record of successful performance.
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional Supplier Management Teams.
Knowledge of FAR/DFAR.
In depth knowledge of all contract types and how to utilize them in various program scenarios.
Prior professional experience with long form subcontracts.
Prior professional experience on DoD programs.
Prior professional negotiation experience.
Prior professional experience driving contractual & technical issues to closure.
Prior professional experience improving team and supplier performance.

Responsibilities

Manages subordinate teams overseeing subcontractors or critical subcontracted systems for all contract types and programs, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and company policies.
Directs and manages all costs, quality, schedule, financial, and technical performance requirements that are levied on the subcontractor or the product family and is required to ensure performance and support of the contract milestones of the system.
Develops sourcing and subcontract program management strategic plans that address overall program capture needs, execution, and risk management.
Acts as the main focal point to the subcontractor and program management office.
Responsible for and directs all phases of the subcontract from initiation of the business case for make or buy decisions through requests for proposals, transition to program startup, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, cost accountability, program execution, and contract closeout.
Makes informed decisions affecting the performance of the subcontractor.
Establishes milestone objectives to manage performance to committed schedules and contractual specifications.
Leads a cross-functional team, normally composed of engineers, quality, and procurement personnel, to ensure successful subcontract execution and program delivery.