This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for a mid-career supply chain professional.
While this is a full-time telecommuting position, occasional travel may be required.
Develops a global sourcing strategy for commodities (categories.) Defines project scope and facilitates execution, identifying savings opportunities in order to provide differentiating value for Lockheed Martin. Works with Business Area, Business Unit or Enterprise-wide, cross-functional teams of supply chain, component engineering, quality, finance and business operations professionals to analyze supply base risks & opportunities, support program needs, identify new sources of supply and maximize the horizontal strength for the specific category. Negotiates and manages contracts and relationships with suppliers. Implements policies and metrics to ensure that savings goals are realized and performance requirements are achieved. Possesses an in-depth understanding of category market space and supplier base in order to establish effective supplier relationships to drive innovative strategies that enhance performance. Acts as the main focal point for all matters pertaining to the given category.
Basic Qualifications
To be successful, the candidate will possess these basic qualifications:
Demonstrated procurement and strategic supply chain experience as Category Manager, Procurement Representative and/or Subcontract Administrator
Experience executing and documenting purchase orders and/or long term agreements in accordance with supply chain policies/procedures (LMAP, CAP, etc.)
Exposure to FAR and DFAR requirements
Proven ability to collaborate with cross functional teams in a virtual environment
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Flexibility to adapt to change and move seamlessly between projects
Ability to successfully interface and interact with all levels of the organization
Customer focused, results oriented
Motivated self-starter
Proficient in software tools including Excel, PowerPoint and LM procurement tools
Desired Skills
The ideal candidate will also possess
Leadership experience
Experience on a multi-functional team
Experience presenting to leadership
Proven ability to effectively build and manage relationships
Demonstrated ability to influence and inspire others through teamwork and collaboration
Highly developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to develop long-term strategies and tactical plans to achieve enterprise objectives
Excellent business acumen and ability to make business-based decisions
Pay Information
GeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role.
Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $90600.00 - $168200.00
Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc.
Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): $81500.00 - $151300.00
Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.
Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $72500.00 - $134600.00
Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas–Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.
Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $65200.00 - $121200.00
Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Lufkin, TX; etc.
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- The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.
- Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
