Subcontracts Specialist, Manager

Lockheed Martin Corporation•Stratford, CT

43d•Onsite

About The Position

WHAT WE'RE DOING We are driving excellence within the Sikorsky line of business portfolio, ensuring that our suppliers and subcontractors agree to terms and conditions which meet the high standards our programs demand. THE WORK As the manager of the Subcontract Specialist Group (SSG), you will be responsible for leading a team which advocates for the company's best interests in subcontract negotiations and ensures compliance with policies and regulations. This team is responsible for assisting the supply chain management team in executing terms and conditions negotiations across all Sikorsky market segments which includes USG, Commercial and Development programs. As the manager of this team, you will provide guidance and assist the subcontracts specialist group as they conduct negotiations/risk-based assessments of clauses reserved for Legal review and approval; obtain proper internal approvals from Legal/IP Legal and support final document preparation. You will also be a key resource for global supply chain to engage regarding terms and conditions, prime flow down requirements, supplier correspondence and issue mitigation. WHO WE ARE Sikorsky has been pioneering flight solutions that bring people home everywhere, every time since 1923. Together with Lockheed Martin, we bring an unwavering commitment to help our customers succeed. WHO YOU ARE You are a full spectrum leader with deep experience in subcontract/contracts negotiation and/or prior legal experience. You thrive in complex, fast-paced environments and are skilled at balancing risk exposure and schedule demands. With a focus on collaboration, you excel at driving team performance and negotiating with subcontractors to align with company and program positions. 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! Other Important Information You Should Know Expression 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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. 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 Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college
Must possess and demonstrate Full Spectrum Leadership competencies
Experience in contract / subcontract / terms and conditions negotiations and/or interpretation (supplier or customer facing)
Experience with US Government Contracting and the associated regulations (Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and the Department of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)) and/or Contract Law experience in another highly regulated industry

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication skills
Leadership experience
Experience briefing senior leadership
Legal experience or education, such as a JD
Experience in contract negotiations for Commercial / Noncommercial agreements
Experienced and effective communicator (written, verbal and presentation)
Experience working for a large defense contractor
Experience analyzing, resolving, and negotiating supplier exceptions to terms and conditions
Experience in Federal procurement law
Experience with DFARS Sourcing Requirements and Compliance
Experience within a supply chain or compliance role with a detailed awareness of supply chain management needs
Experience in data analytics and / or process improvement
Demonstrates sound judgment and navigates through complex situations with diplomacy
Demonstrated ability to lead in a team environment and collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners
Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, resolve complex issues, develop negotiation strategies, and provide creative solutions
Ability to work independently, establish priorities, meet deadlines with minimal supervision, and influence internal and external business partners / customers

Responsibilities

Lead the Subcontract Specialist Group to ensure team commitments to internal/external stakeholders are met, terms and conditions are negotiated in accordance with company/program requirements
Regularly assess areas for improvement to on the process to negotiate new terms and conditions negotiations and request for re-use
Interpret regulations and subcontract language to ensure compliance
Support risk mitigation and issue resolution related to subcontract terms and conditions for modifications to clauses reserved for Legal review and approval
Interface with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Develop talent on the team to be able to adapt to changing company/program requirements