Subcontract Manager

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* Description:

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* ** WHAT WE'RE DOING*
* Supply Chain professional responsible for managing supplier cost, delivery, and technical performance on Blackhawk R&D Platforms which includes the Specialized Engineering, Analysis, Test, and Technical Services Contract  SEATTS , Support Services Contracts  SSC , and BH Modernization/Commercial Modification Campaign

** THE WORK*
* You will be responsible for managing supplier costs, schedule, and technical performance for moderate to high risk subcontracts supporting a variety of programs and contract types  You will lead multifunctional subcontract management teams and serve as the primary interface between Lockheed Martin and suppliers throughout the subcontract lifecycle

Key responsibilities include:

- Managing complex build to print, performance specification, and modified Commercial Off The Shelf  COTS  subcontracts

- Developing subcontract specifications, statements of work, and terms and conditions for specialized materials, equipment, and services

- Preparing bid packages, conducting bidder conferences, and establishing source selection criteria

- Evaluating supplier proposals, performing cost and price analyses, and leading subcontract negotiations

- Selecting or recommending suppliers and preparing subcontract award packages

- Administering awarded subcontracts, including change management activities and performance monitoring

- Exercising procurement authority and executing supplier agreements and purchase orders within delegated authority levels

- Collaborating with cross functional stakeholders to ensure supplier performance aligns with program objectives for cost, quality, delivery, and technical requirements

** WHO WE ARE*
* Our customers are world wide and so is our reputation for creating original solutions with the latest technologies  Our products keep our customers safe and bring them home to their families at night

We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus   if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you

** WHO YOU ARE*
* - The candidate should possess strong troubleshooting, risk assessment, and problem solving capabilities

- The candidate should be a dedicated team player with the ability to effectively manage multiple subcontracts simultaneously like complex build to print subcontracts for the next generation Blackhawk engine which is part of the continuing effort of Blackhawk Modernization

- The candidate must have the knowledge of RMS SAC supplier capabilities for the procurement of unique systems and equipment, specialized materials, and services

- The ideal candidate must be able to work within RMS SAC's Quality System to support the Subcontract Program Manager and Blackhawk program in sourcing, subcontract negotiations, to generate bid packages, initiate new suppliers, analyze and evaluate proposals, negotiate, prepare awards and administer resulting subcontracts, required change activity, expediting, Act as a liaison between the subcontractor, USG customer, and all of RMS SAC functional leads  Program Manager, Finance, Legal, Contracts, Engineering, Operations, and Quality Assurance  

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

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* Basic Qualifications:

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* - Bachelors degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience

- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

- Ability to work with all levels of management

- Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations  FAR , Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement  DFARS , and government contracting requirements

- Knowledge of SAP, Procure to Pay systems, or other enterprise resource planning  ERP  tools

** Desired

Skills:

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* - Experience reviewing contracts and modifications and support build/master schedule, contract negotiations and proposal efforts, including RFIs  

- Experience managing complex, high dollar value procurements supporting Department of Defense  DoD , commercial, or international programs

- Experience conducting cost analysis, price analysis, and negotiating favorable business terms and conditions

- Experience supporting development, production, and sustainment programs

- Demonstrated ability to develop sourcing strategies and execute supplier risk mitigation plans

- Experience with Earned Value Management  EVM , program scheduling, or supplier performance metrics

- Experience briefing senior leadership and making strategic recommendations on supplier related matters

- Previous aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or government contracting experience

** 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…