Standard Job Description
THE WORK
The position is responsible for leading a team that develops and executes sourcing and subcontract strategies to improve the Sikorsky supply chain, collaborating with internal program offices and external subcontractors to ensure cost‑effective, high‑quality delivery.
In this role you will
- Develop sourcing and subcontract program‑management strategic plans that address overall program capture needs and execution.
- Serve as the primary liaison to subcontractors and the program‑management office.
- Direct all phases of subcontract development, from business‑case initiation through requests for proposals, negotiation strategy, cost accountability, and program execution.
- Establish milestone objectives and manage performance against schedules and contractual specifications.
- Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, quality, and procurement personnel to ensure subcontractor performance meets cost, quality, schedule, and technical requirements.
WHO YOU ARE
You are a strategic leader who excels at guiding supplier and global‑transition initiatives, building high‑performing teams, and delivering cost‑effective, high‑quality solutions across the Sikorsky supply chain.
STANDARD JOB DESCRIPTION
Manages subordinate teams overseeing subcontractors or critical subcontracted systems for all contract types and programs, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and company policies. Directs and manages all costs, quality, schedule, financial, and technical performance requirements that are levied on the subcontractor or the product family and is required to ensure performance and support of the contract milestones of the system. Develops sourcing and subcontract program management strategic plans that address overall program capture needs, execution, and risk management. Acts as the main focal point to the subcontractor and program management office. Responsible for and directs all phases of the subcontract from initiation of the business case for make or buy decisions through requests for proposals, transition to program startup, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, cost accountability, program execution, and contract closeout. Makes informed decisions affecting the performance of the subcontractor. Establishes milestone objectives to manage performance to committed schedules and contractual specifications. Leads a cross-functional team, normally composed of engineers, quality, and procurement personnel, to ensure successful subcontract execution and program delivery.
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Basic Qualifications
- Minimum of 12+ years of demonstrated experience in Strategic Sourcing, Sourcing Transitions, Project Management, or Subcontract Program Management.
- Experience leading startup and transitions of aerospace and defense suppliers.
- Must be able to travel domestically and internationally, up to 50%.
Desired Skills
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
- Experience managing complex supply chain issues to resolution across the enterprise.
- Effective communication to all levels within the organization. Executive presence is a plus.
- Engineering, Operations, or Quality background in the Aerospace & Defense industry is a plus
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $178500.00 - $331500.00
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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.
