Lockheed Martin · 22 hours ago
Supply Chain - Subcontract Management - Senior Buyer- Level 3
Fort Worth, Marietta Georgia, Texas
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$78K/yr - $137K/yr
6+ years expLockheed Martin is a leader in the aerospace industry, and they are seeking a Senior Buyer to join their Global Supply Chain, Subcontract Management Team. The role involves developing and executing contractual relationships with suppliers, negotiating complex requirements, and managing procurement activities to ensure on-time delivery and cost control.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Developing and executing contractual relationships with suppliers
Tackling shortages, developmental issues, and resolving complex supplier performance issues
Controlling costs through negotiation and ensuring on-time delivery
Serving as a consult to management and providing guidance on team objectives
Preparing requests for proposals, evaluating subcontractor proposals, and developing cost/price analysis
Negotiating complex internal customer and supplier requirements
Creating and maintaining purchase orders and contracts
Managing contractual delivery schedules to align with program demands
Conducting cost analysis support and contract closeout
Understanding procurement activity under the guidance of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS)
Communicating across multi-functions and multi-level platforms
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree from an accredited college
Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR)
Experienced in procurement principles, contract management, supply chain management
Experienced as a mentor or leader with advanced communications skills
Experience collaborating and communicating cross-functionally, building consensus and shaping/influencing opinion
Advanced to Expert level in Microsoft Office Suite; to include Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Preferred
Bachelors 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 within supply chain related field
Experience issuing request for proposals (RFP/RFQ), analyzing bids (supplier proposal) or in contract negotiations
Lead and participate in supplier evaluations to assess the suppliers' readiness to meet the production and sustainment needs
In depth understanding of procurement principles, contract management, and supply chain management
Experienced in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and projects
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Education Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Company
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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