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Lockheed Martin
Subcontract Management Sr - E3
Career Insights for Government / Defense Contracts Manager
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What they do
A Government or Defense Contracts Manager reviews and manages contracts with government or defense agencies. Reviews proposals and contracts to be sure that work is done in compliance with government regulations. Manages contract requirements such as non disclosure agreements and manages the contract change process. Confirms that contract terms have been met before a contract is closed out.
$132,388 / year median in Connecticut
+0% projected growth
Job Description
## Standard Job Description
WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, the Avionics Supply Management team is responsible for managing critical supply chain operations for electrical and avionics components and systems across multiple U.S. Government, international, and commercial aircraft programs. We are seeking a seasoned supply chain professional to join our team to manage major subcontracts and drive supplier performance and improvements.THE WORK
- As a Subcontracts Manager for Major Subcontracts, you will manage $10M
- 20M in annual spend with Sikorsky suppliers.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships while driving improvement initiatives across the Avionics Commodity and Product Center.
- Managing the overall procurement cycle, coordinating with production, spares, development programs, and support functions, and overseeing purchase order placement and administration.
- Leading the evaluation of proposals, contract documentation, and modifications; assisting in the development of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for specialized materials, equipment, and services.
- Monitoring supplier performance metrics, including MRP/on-time delivery, purchase price variance, contract spend, and cost of poor quality.
- Coordinating in an integrated team environment with Programs, Engineering, Legal, SAS, U.S. Government customers, Finance, and Marketing.
- Leading key supplier negotiations, controlling costs, managing cost avoidance, and performing price analysis as needed.
- Managing the import and export of technical data, hardware, software, and qualification artifacts in compliance with export license regulations.
- Developing and implementing RCCA plans for significant supplier issues and underperforming suppliers.
WHO WE ARE
We are a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing supply chain organization supporting Sikorsky's mission to deliver world-class aircraft solutions to our customers. Our team thrives on problem-solving, driving efficiency, and delivering results that impact national security and global aerospace programs.WHO YOU ARE
You are an experienced supply chain professional with proven expertise in subcontract management, supplier relations, and procurement for complex aerospace systems. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, are skilled at cross-functional collaboration, and can effectively negotiate and influence internal and external stakeholders. You are detail-oriented, metrics-driven, and committed to continuous improvement.- ## Basic Qualifications
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college
- Supply Management experience required Excellent communication, organization and project management skills required.
- Experience in negotiating and communication with all levels of internal and supplier management is necessary.
- Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
- ## Desired Skills
- Strong background in government, international or commercial contracts a plus.
- Aerospace Supply chain management or related manufacturing procurement experience preferred.
- Specific competencies shall include:
- A thorough understanding of SAC Purchasing Policies & Procedures.
- A thorough understanding of SAC's Business Ethics and Codes of Conduct.
- A basic understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations, FARS, DFARS, Commerciality, etc.
- A basic understanding of MRP, SAP, SDS, etc.
- A basic understanding of Buyer Dashboard/Newspaper,
- Cost Dashboard, Supply Hub, Supplier Portal, etc.
- Experience in interacting and managing International customer/supplier relationships a plus attention to detail, enjoy complex problems, excellent communication and organization skills, project management, negotiation skills
Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range:
$81500.00- $151300.
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.