Standard Job Description

 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.  

What is the mission? 

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision.

What does this role look like? 

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 our 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. If you are an enthusiastic, self-starter, eager to learn in a dynamic environment, come join our team. This is an ideal opportunity for you to make an impact on our supply chain strategy for robust, efficient, and fast program startup & execution. Here, we are driven by innovation and integrity. By applying the highest standards of business ethics and a forward-thinking mindset, we believe everything is within our reach – and yours -- as a Lockheed Martin employee.

See what it's like to work in Supply Chain at Lockheed Martin Space.

In this role will offer you the following daily key responsibilities:

As the Material Program Manager (MPM) you will be responsible for empowering program success through proactive and innovative material management, ensuring seamless integration, optimal supply chain performance, and timely delivery of high-quality materials to support Lockheed Martin's mission-critical programs, while fostering a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement for a specific LOB (NSS, SMD, CCS). Your role will predominantly focus on the early program lifecycle and early engagement, supply chain strategies through execution.

Basic Qualifications

To be effective, you will need to possess these basic qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education.

• 8 years of professional experience in Supply Chain Management (i.e… Procurement, Subcontract Administration, Subcontract Management, Negotiation, and/or Category Management).

• Previous experience with procurement processes and regulations under DoD (FAR, DFAR, TINA, and or ITAR).

• Knowledge of SAP/P2P Purchasing System, PO Folders, procedures.

Desired Skills

To be effective, ideally, you should also have:

• Strong analytical and problem - solving skills
• Ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams
• Strategic mindset and ability
• Growth Mindset
• Supplier Performance Management
• Materials and Technical Acumen
• Supply Chain / Process (Domestic and International)
• Working knowledge of SAP / P2P / Supply Chain process Problem Solver
• Strong Organization Skills / Time Management
• Possess effective relationship-building skills with peers, leadership and suppliers
• You bring positivity and enthusiasm to every project you touch. In addition to the work, you love being part of a team and working collaboratively through the process.
• Demonstrated exceptional strategic communication skills, including 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.