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Lockheed Martin
Subcontract Management Sr - E3
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What they do
A Contracts Administrator reviews and manages business contracts for a company or organization. Reviews proposed contract terms and conditions, and communicates and negotiates with clients; confirms that contract terms have been met before a contract is closed out. Oversees the administration of contracts for equipment and supplies; may also deal with surplus or unclaimed property.
$85,089 / year median in Colorado
-7% projected decline
Job Description
## Standard Job Description What is the mission? The mission matters. So do the people behind it. With advancing defense technology at our core, what sets us apart is a culture of collaboration, purpose, and impact. Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. This role will offer you the following daily challenges: Responsible for the management of supplier cost, schedule and technical performance on moderate-to-high-risk, modified Commercial Off The Shelf, performance specification and complex build-to-print subcontracts for commercial, DOD and international programs. Leads multifunctional subcontract management teams. Holds procurement delegation and signs supplier agreements and purchase orders within established authority.
Leads the development of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services for subcontract systems in support of development, production and global sustainment primes with multiple contract types.
Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders' conferences, develops evaluation criteria, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions including price, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes subcontract packages, prepares awards and administers resulting subcontracts and required change activity. ## Basic Qualifications To be successful, you will need to possess these basic qualifications:
Leads the development of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services for subcontract systems in support of development, production and global sustainment primes with multiple contract types.
Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders' conferences, develops evaluation criteria, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions including price, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes subcontract packages, prepares awards and administers resulting subcontracts and required change activity. ## Basic Qualifications To be successful, you will need to possess these basic qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education,
- 3+ years of professional experience,
- Previous professional experience leading negotiations with suppliers to ensure cost and schedule objectives are captured in contractual commitments
- Previous professional experience with the procurement and management of specialized materials, complex assemblies, and equipment.
- Knowledge of standard acquisition policies and procedures
- You will need to be a US Citizen, and be able to OBTAIN and maintain a US DoD SECRET clearance to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. ## Desired Skills To be effective, ideally, you should also have:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 6 years of professional experience; or 4 years of professional experience with a related Master's degree.
- Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and contracting types
- In-depth knowledge of all types of contracts and how to utilize which type in various program scenarios
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with an ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and changes in deadlines
- Experience with long-form subcontracts utilizing Lockheed Martin Acquisition Procedures (LMAP)
- Aerospace program negotiation skills and experience
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and work well under pressure
- Experienced presenter to Program Management and Customer representative
- Self Motived with a demonstrated sense of urgency and ownership, and accountability for tasks/assignments
- Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with all levels of management
- Ability to be flexible and accept change
- Must be able to resolve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a dynamic work environment; ability to analyze a problem and recommend solutions by exercising sound problem-solving skills
Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range:
$81500.00 - $151300.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally. 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.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development