Subcontracts Specialist, Manager

*
* Description:

*
* ** WHAT WE'RE DOING*
* We are driving excellence within the Sikorsky line of business portfolio, ensuring that our suppliers and subcontractors agree to terms and conditions which meet the high standards our programs demand

** THE WORK*
* As the manager of the Subcontract Specialist Group  SSG , you will be responsible for leading a team which advocates for the company's best interests in subcontract negotiations and ensures compliance with policies and regulations  This team is responsible for assisting the supply chain management team in executing terms and conditions negotiations across all Sikorsky market segments which includes USG, Commercial and Development programs  As the manager of this team, you will provide guidance and assist the subcontracts specialist group as they conduct negotiations/risk based assessments of clauses reserved for Legal review and approval;

obtain proper internal approvals from Legal/IP Legal and support final document preparation  You will also be a key resource for global supply chain to engage regarding terms and conditions, prime flow down requirements, supplier correspondence and issue mitigation

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the Subcontract Specialist Group to ensure team commitments to internal/external stakeholders are met, terms and conditions are negotiated in accordance with company/program requirements

- Regularly assess areas for improvement to on the process to negotiate new terms and conditions negotiations and request for re use

- Interpret regulations and subcontract language to ensure compliance

- Support risk mitigation and issue resolution related to subcontract terms and conditions for modifications to clauses reserved for Legal review and approval

- Interface with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization

- Develop talent on the team to be able to adapt to changing company/program requirements

** WHO WE ARE*
* Sikorsky has been pioneering flight solutions that bring people home everywhere, every time since 1923  Together with Lockheed Martin, we bring an unwavering commitment to help our customers succeed

** WHO YOU ARE*
* You are a full spectrum leader with deep experience in subcontract/contracts negotiation and/or prior legal experience  You thrive in complex, fast paced environments and are skilled at balancing risk exposure and schedule demands  With a focus on collaboration, you excel at driving team performance and negotiating with subcontractors to align with company and program positions

** WHY JOIN US*
* Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life

Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work

Learn more about Lockheed Martin's Comprehensive benefits package here   (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). lockheedmartinjobs com/working here?pk  vid=62dbae7

*
* Basic Qualifications:

*
* - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college

- Must possess and demonstrate Full Spectrum Leadership competencies

- Experience in contract / subcontract / terms and conditions negotiations and/or interpretation  supplier or customer facing

- Experience with US Government Contracting and the associated regulations  Federal Acquisition Regulations  FAR  and the Department of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement  DFARS   and/or Contract Law experience in another highly regulated industry

** Desired

Skills:

*
* - Excellent communication skills

- Leadership experience

- Experience briefing senior leadership

- Legal experience or education, such as a JD

- Experience in contract negotiations for Commercial / Noncommercial agreements

- Experienced and effective communicator  written, verbal and presentation

- Experience working for a large defense contractor

- Experience analyzing, resolving, and negotiating supplier exceptions to terms and conditions

- Experience in Federal procurement law

- Experience with DFARS Sourcing Requirements and Compliance

- Experience with in a supply chain or compliance role with a detailed awareness of supply chain management needs

- Experience in data analytics and / or process improvement

- Demonstrates sound judgment and navigates through complex situations with diplomacy

- Demonstrated ability to lead in a team environment and collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners

- Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, resolve complex issues, develop negotiation strategies, and provide creative solutions

- Ability to work independently, establish priorities, meet deadlines with minimal supervision, and influence internal and external business partners / customers

** Clearance Level:
** None

** 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…