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Description: Are you looking for a JOB where you can have a significant positive impact on the warfighter? A job where you can grow and learn? Then look no further and apply today! Lockheed Martin's Missiles & Fire Control, SOF GLSS (Special Operations Forces - Global Logistic Sustainment Services) contract provide logistics and

sustainment supporting multiple programs and platforms.

With an established supply base around the world we are currently seeking a highly experienced supply chain/ acquisition professional to join our Global Supply Chain

Management team in the Lexington, KY area.

This position will support in the management of procurement/supplier management activities where experience with - DFAR / FAR is required.

The individual will manage procurement of material from multiple commodities to support program requirements.

Roles and responsibilities of this position will include, and not be limited to:

• Prepare Request for Quotes and evaluate bids/proposals received

• Conduct moderate to complex negotiations for best value, delivery schedule, and Terms and Conditions

• Executing a variety of fixed price and cost type contracts

• Support reviews and Bill of Material accuracy

• Create purchase order folders in accordance with the applicable requirements and issue Purchase Orders

• Identify and develop relationships with new suppliers to broaden the supply chain base

• Analyze all aspects of contract execution and performance.

• Hold suppliers to deliverable requirements and work suppler corrective actions to resolutions when issues arise

• Maintaining constant communication with Program Management to ensure all requirements are met

• Responsible for reporting contract status during multi-weekly Program meetings and as changes develop

Lexington, is in the heart of the Bluegrass and is the second-largest city in Kentucky, known as the "Horse Capital of the World". The surrounding region is a great place to live and to raise a family with an abundance of government and technology jobs. Where can you get to from Lexington? Louisville is about a 90 minute drive to the east. Cincinnati, Ohio is about 2 hours to the north. Indianapolis, Indiana is about 3 hours to the Northwest. Nashville, TN is about 4 hours SouthWest.

Benefits of Employment: To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin champions an inclusive work environment that urges differences and big-picture thinking.

Basic Qualifications:

• Proficient computer skills including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

• Procurement or Acquisition Experience

• Ability to conduct data analysis or research and/or understanding of negotiations

• Strong communication skills (written, verbal and presentations)

• Creative problem solver who can apply critical thinking * skills

• Ability to work both independently and within a team structure

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products (Power Point, Word, Excel)

• Experience managing simple to moderate subcontracts

• Familiar with FAR/DFARs

• Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment

• Strong organizational skills

Desired Skills:

• Familiar with Lockheed Martin Acquisition Procedures (LMAP)

• Experience managing complex purchases

• Developing and operating to contractor statements of work (CSOW) for subcontracts

• Experience building compliant procurement files

• Experience creating and maintaining Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) compliant procurement packages and maintaining compliance to regulatory requirements at various thresholds

• Working knowledge of standard US Department of Defense contract types

• SAP systems experience

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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

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: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader

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: MISSILES AND FIRE CTRL (S0806)

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain

Type: Task Order/IDIQ

Shift: First