Job Number 669682BR Description:
At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics we are committed to shaping the future of aviation! 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 Aero, 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. Our Commitment to DEI
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! Who You Are
As the Manager of Global Supply Chain Contracts, you are a highly motivated and experienced leader with a background in Supply Chain Management in the US Aerospace and Defense industry. You have comprehensive experience with the FAR and DFARS and a thorough understanding of subcontract terms and conditions, negotiations, and supplier management. You are effective at driving positive business outcomes in alignment with organizational goals with a demonstrated track record of evaluating courses of action, making recommendations, understanding impacts, and deciding and acting. You are skilled in succinctly communicating complex issues and developing visually compelling presentations to inform key stakeholders and shape decisions. Leveraging a strong business acumen, you are a champion of change effective at solving problems in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment. You think strategically when implementing tactical solutions and have a demonstrated effective leadership history that promotes collaboration and integration. What You Will Be Doing
The selected candidate will be responsible for effectively leading and supporting the Global Supply Chain Contracts team, which is comprised of experienced professionals, most being licensed attorneys. In this role you will:
• Develop and manage the vision, people, and processes of the team to ensure business objectives are met.
• Ensure subcontract terms and conditions are compliant to customer requirements and company policy.
• Review and approve subcontract terms and conditions with a focus on obtaining optimal outcomes for the company and our customers.
• Provide guidance to direct reports and other stakeholders on supplier contract terms and conditions matters.
• Proactively prioritize work in a dynamic and time sensitive environment without sacrificing quality of work product.
• Be accountable for the day-to-day operations of the Global Supply Chain Contracts team and meeting KPI targets.
• Interact frequently with the Global Supply Chain Contracts team and other internal and external stakeholders including Compliance, Risk and Remedy, Legal, Contracts, and Other Functions at all levels of the organization.
• Conduct briefings for internal and external stakeholders, including customers, and coordinate with peers at other business areas within Lockheed Martin to shape and support the vision for 1LMX. What's In It For You
Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth. Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. AeroSCM
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
• Leadership Experience
• Supplier negotiation experience
• Comprehensive experience with FAR and DFARS
Desired Skills:
• Advanced Degree (Masters / Law Degree (JD))
• DOD Secret Clearance
• Experience with DFARS Sourcing Requirements and Compliance
• Experience with Claims, Disputes, Remedy, or Risk
• Experience with general terms agreement, or other similar contractual documents
• Experience supporting government audits or other third party audits (internal or external)
• Experience working for a large US Aerospace or Defense Contractor
• Experience within a buying or compliance role with a detailed awareness of buyer needs
• Experience resolving critical pop-up issues/projects, that have senior leadership focus
• Experience building effective relationships and fostering cross functional collaboration
• Experience driving team responsiveness; ensuring adequate support for internal customer needs
• Experience balancing multiple competing priorities, for self and team
• Experience with LM Corporate and/or Aeronautics Policies and Procedures
• Experience in Contracts, Business Operations, Strategy, and/or Finance
• Engaged, proactive leader with extensive experience in Supply Chain execution
• Advanced communicator; including the ability to succinctly communicate/summarize complex issues
• Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory environment and policy shaping • Confident strategic thinker, presents courses of action, overcomes objections and negotiates at Executive level
• Proven ability to decide and act
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 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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First