Supply Chain - Subcontract Management - Senior Buyer- ...

Aeronautics Supply Chain Team Member Our Aeronautics Supply Chain team is passionate about delivering innovative, affordable, and agile solutions that exceed our customer's expectations. The supply chain team touches every product and service we deliver and enables our customers to do the impossible every day. At Aeronautics, we leverage problem solving, creativity, and data to tackle the most exciting challenges in the industry. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. As a member of the Lockheed Martin, Global Supply Chain, Subcontract Management Team, and as an individual contributor for the ADP, Skunk Works, Strategic Procurement Organization, you will impact major complex procurements of different contract types and will have continued interaction with Lockheed Martin program management and LM SCM Upper Leadership. You'll need to operate autonomously and have the business acumen for interaction with the strategic supplier leadership chains. In addition, you'll be looked upon to help guide and mentor other members of the team with their continued learning and training. In this fast-paced role, you'll play a critical part in developing and executing contractual relationships with our suppliers. Every day will be unique as you tackle shortages, developmental issues, and resolve complex supplier performance issues. You'll have a lasting impact on our bottom line, by controlling costs through negotiation and ensuring on-time delivery. You'll serve as consult to management and provide guidance on team objectives. Furthermore you will lead activities that include but not limited to: preparing requests for proposals, evaluating subcontractor proposals related to development, production and/or sustainment, developing cost/price analysis, negotiating complex internal customer and supplier requirements, purchase order and contract creation/documentation, purchase order maintenance, managing contractual delivery schedules to align with program demands, conducting cost analysis support, contract closeout, understanding procurement activity under the guidance of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), and communicate across multi-functions and multi-level platforms. From on-site to hybrid, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security. 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. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Occasional domestic travel could be required (up to 25%) Must be a US Citizen this position will require a government security clearance, prior to start. Basic Qualifications: Bachelors degree from an accredited college Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) Experienced in procurement principles, contract management, supply chain management Experienced as a mentor or leader with advanced communications skills Experience collaborating and communicating cross-functionally, building consensus and shaping/influencing opinion Advanced to expert level in Microsoft Office Suite; to include Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Desired Skills: Bachelors 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 within supply chain related field Experience issuing request for proposals (RFP/RFQ), analyzing bids (supplier proposal) or in contract negotiations Lead and participate in supplier evaluations to assess the suppliers' readiness to meet the production and sustainment needs In depth understanding of procurement principles, contract management, and supply chain management Experienced in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and projects This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret 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.

Created: 2026-03-04