Description: At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics we are committed to shaping the future of aviation! Our Aeronautics Supply Chain team is passionate about delivering innovative, affordable, and agile solutions that exceed our customer's expectations. The supply chain team touches every product and service we deliver and enables our customers to do the impossible every day. At Aero, we leverage problem solving, creativity, and data to tackle the most exciting challenges in the industry.
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Who You Are
Global Supply Chain - Category Management Manager
What You Will Be Doing
This position will report to the Sr. Manager of Global Supply Chain for the F-35 Northrop Grumman Teammate. The position will be responsible for a team that manages Sustainment Contracting activities which includes but not limited to subcontracting of Annualized Sustainment, Non-Annualized Sustainment, Modification Change Requests, Field Repairs, Support Equipment and and strategic long-term contracting efforts with Northrop Grumman.
The position is responsible for managing a team of professional Subcontract Administrators/Managers and coordinating with Subcontract Program Managers who manage cost, schedule, and supplier performance. This position is responsible for coordinating employee selection/hiring, training, development, performance and assessments, work assignments, and disciplinary actions. This
position is responsible for directing all phases of the subcontracts from initiation, Request For
Proposals (RFP's), proposals, terms/condition, negotiations, executing purchase orders,
subcontract management of the suppliers, internal audits, cost accountability executive
reviews, supplier reviews, program reviews and all associated metrics.
The leader of this team will execute highly complex contracts with an F-35 Principal Teammate and their sub-tier supply base. Experience with FAR Part 15, TINA negotiations, proposal compliancy, purchase order compliancy, SAP and delivery execution is necessary.
What's In It For You
Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
Medical
Dental
401k
Paid time off
Work/life balance
Career development
Mentorship opportunities
Rewards & recognition
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
This role will be 100% on-site in the Fort Worth Facility
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Supply Chain, or Supply Chain Integration, or Logistics experience
Experience with subcontract cost, quality, schedule and/or technical program performance
Experience with procurement systems (SAP, P2P)
Formal or Informal experience leading a team in a fast-paced environment
Desired Skills:
Demonstrated effective leadership skills to build organizational talent, and foster an environment focused on positive employee engagement and individual career development
Experience with continuous improvement and ability to implement change and drive efficiency
Experience Attracting, developing, and retaining subcontract management talent, to improve the overall group performance
Experience with executive program reviews
Background and knowledge of FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 15 procurements
Negotiations experience with Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA)
Background and knowledge of Lockheed Martin Acquisition Procedures (LMAP)
Experience with delivery execution
Advanced SAP knowledge/background and experience
Travel domestically, as required (up to 15%)
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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 openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
