Description: Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control (MFC) is seeking a Subcontract Manager for a position in Grand Prairie, TX to perform subcontract management duties in support of the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) program
What You Will Be Doing
As a Subcontract Manager, you will play a critical role negotiating prices, price/cost analysis and compliant procurement documentation required by Lockheed Martin Acquisition Procedures (LMAP), local Site Work Instructions, and Command Media. Your primary responsibilities will include:
•Procurement and management of subcontracts for complex subsystems, components, parts, and hardware in support of program needs.
•Management of supplier cost, schedule and technical performance on moderate-to-high-risk, modified Commercial Off the Shelf, performance specification and complex build-to-print subcontracts for commercial, DOD and international programs.
•Lead multifunctional subcontract management teams.
•Hold procurement delegation and signs supplier agreements and purchase orders within established authority.
•Lead the development of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services for subcontract systems in support of development, production, and global sustainment primes with multiple contract types.
•Prepare bid packages, conducts bidders conferences, develops evaluation criteria.
•Analyzes, and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions including price, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes subcontract packages.
•Prepares awards and administers resulting subcontracts and required change activity.
•Represent the Lockheed Martin Global Supply Chain Organization (GSCO) as the prime Point of Contact (POC) for subcontracts or projects; Managing complex subcontracts, including those with Spec/SOW- driven requirements and other specific procurements, as required; Preparing and releasing Requests for Proposals (RFPs), receiving, analyzing and evaluating proposals, negotiating subcontract prices, terms and conditions, selecting or recommending subcontractors, documenting agreements, administering resulting subcontracts/POs, including subcontract/PO closeout; Negotiating modifications to subcontracts, developing positive working relationships, and interfacing with suppliers via phone, email, Skype or personal visits, as required. Confirming and/or expediting material deliveries to support program production dates; Managing supplier relationships and supplier performance to achieve program and customer requirements and goals for Sales, Orders, and Profit.
Why Join us
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We Hear You, We See You. At Lockheed Martin, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse thinkers like you! At Lockheed Martin, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing whats right, respecting others and performing with excellence.
Basic Qualifications:
Must have the ability to obtain a security clearance (not required to start).
Experience managing supplier relationships and cross-functional teams.
Able to lead groups in problem solving.
Excellent communications, negotiations, presentation and documentation skills.
Desired Skills:
P2P, SC Nav, Tableau, and/or SAP experience.
TINA Negotiation experience.
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.
Ability and willingness to travel to supplier facilities to participate in meetings and to resolve subcontract/program issues on-site, as needed.
Understands procurement on a development program.
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 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: 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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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 worlds 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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
P2P, SC Nav, Tableau, and/or SAP experience.
TINA Negotiation experience.
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.
Ability and willingness to travel to supplier facilities to participate in meetings and to resolve subcontract/program issues on-site, as needed.
Understands procurement on a development program.