Supply Chain - Category Management Manager - Level 5
- Palmdale, CA
- Permanent
- Full-time
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to learn more about why we work at Lockheed Martin!Who You AreYou'll perform as a Global Supply Chain, Category Management, ManagerWhat You Will Be DoingYou'll lead a multifunctional subcontract management team for our Advanced Development Programs. This role require daily engagement with the Program Office, Engineering, Logistics, Business Management, Finance, Contracts, as well as with the supply base. You will hold procurement delegation and may sign supplier agreements and purchase orders within established authority. You'll drive performance and accountability from the buyers, ensuring they have the proper tools, skillsets, and support to be successful. You will work with multiple suppliers of highly specialized subsystems for classified programs and will review work for compliance, provide guidance to the team throughout the procurement process and lifecycle, and assist with larger challenges and projects for the betterment of the supply chain team and programs.
You will also use your extensive knowledge base of acquisition policies and procedures (associated knowledge of FAR / DFAR requirements) and will be required to work on-site full time from Palmdale.What's In It For YouWe offer flexible work schedules and comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security,
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.Further Information About This OpportunityThis position is located in Palmdale, CADomestic & International travel and manage supply base to include (up to 10% travel)This location requires special access. You must be a US Citizen and possess an Active Secret Security Clearance to be considered for this roleAeroSCMBasic QualificationsExperienced supply chain management professional who has led complex US DoD subcontract teamsProficient in FFP, CPFF, CPIF & T&M contract types, and the impact of executed decisionsExperienced with Purchase Order (PO) negotiations to include: solving complex challenges associated with subcontract executionExperience leading teams or projects, and mentoring peers & subordinates on how to procure and manage subcontractsExperience collaborating and communicating
cross-functionally, building consensus and shaping/influencing opinionAdvanced Microsoft Office suite of applicationsDomestic & International travel and manage supply base to include (up to 10% travel)You must possess an Active Secret Security Clearance to be considered for this roleDesired skillsAdvanced experience & understanding of Subcontract and Supplier Management concepts, as well as overall cost, schedule, technical and quality performance for supply baseExperience in formal project management methodologies, such as Root Cause, RCCA and systems analysis tools, processes, and methodsExperience briefing internal and external executive level leadersExperienced as a professional communicator and a team leader; as this person will be responsible for building great relationships with supplier leaders, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics counterparts, and some customer staff.VirtualnoZip93599EEOLockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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 , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.Ability to TelecommuteNo telecommutingOther Important InformationBy 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 remotelyOnsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.Work Schedule InformationLockheed 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.Security Clearance InformationThis position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Work Schedule4x10 hour day, 3 days off per weekSelect the Telework classification for this positionEmployee will work on-site full-time