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.

This role will offer you the following daily challenges:

Develops a global sourcing strategy for commodities (categories.) Defines project scope and facilitates execution, identifying savings opportunities in order to provide differentiating value. Works with Business Area, Business Unit or Enterprise-wide, cross-functional teams to analyze supply base risks & opportunities, identify new sources of supply and meet business requirements. Negotiates and manages contracts and relationships with suppliers to drive innovative strategies that enhance performance. Implements policies and metrics to ensure that savings goals are realized and performance requirements are achieved. Acts as the main focal point for all matters pertaining to the given category. Responsible for quality and performance of supplier products. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.

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The preferred candidate will be located near our Lockheed Martin Space facility one of the Coolest places to work:  Denver, Colorado, and be expected to work in the office; however, hybrid work arrangements to be discussed during interviews. 

Basic Qualifications

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

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in Supply Chain Management (i.e… Procurement, Subcontract Administration, Subcontract Management, Negotiation, Proposal, and/or Category Management)
• Knowledge of SAP/P2P Purchasing System, PO Folders, procedures
• Experience with management of Cost, Technical, Schedule, Risk and Opportunity
• Demonstrated ability to manage risk mitigation plans, resolve cost and schedule issues to meet program needs, conflict management as necessary, and manage an Integrated Product Team.
• Demonstrated experience directing all phases of the subcontract from request for proposals, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, cost
  accountability, and program execution.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams overseeing subcontractors, suppliers, or critical subcontracted systems

Desired Skills

To be effective, ideally, you should also have:

• Previous experience with procurement processes and regulations under DoD (FAR, DFAR, TINA, and or ITAR)
• Strong problem identification and resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to bring matters/issues to successful closure.
• Possess effective relationship-building skills with peers, leadership and suppliers
• Possess effective relationship-building skills with peers, leadership and suppliers,
• Experience with LM Procure to Pay / SAP,
• Experience managing major supplier subcontract
• Demonstrated "Can-Do" Attitude,
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills,
• Demonstrated desire to overcome challenges and obstacles,
• Demonstrated ability to guide, train, and lead,
• 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.