Supply Chain Director, NGI-SBI

Supply Chain Director

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.

Supply Chain's vision is to enable customer and mission success through supply chain strategies and execution that deliver superior operational program performance and create competitive advantage through continuous improvement. It is our mission to deliver affordable supply chain solutions that meet all program requirements and manage supply chain risks to ensure positive supplier performance through all phases of the program life-cycle from capture to sustainment. If you are an enthusiastic, self-starter, eager to learn in a dynamic environment, come join our team. This is an ideal opportunity for you to make an impact on our supply chain strategy for robust, efficient, and fast program startup & execution. Here, we are driven by innovation and integrity. By applying the highest standards of business ethics and a forward-thinking mindset, we believe everything is within our reach - and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee.

In this role will offer you the following daily key responsibilities : The Supply Chain Director will be responsible and accountable to the SMD line of business (LOB), NGI / SBI mission area VP, and functional leadership to assure program performance. The role will focus on critical supplier execution with rigor and the high standards necessary to assure 100% mission success. This position must maintain operational excellence and drive all affordability initiatives including value acceleration in the supply chain. This position will support the VP of FBM and SMD senior leadership so strong technical competency, cost account experience, proposal experience, and leadership qualities are imperative. The selected individual will provide leadership to partner with internal and external customers, develop and implement supply chain strategy, support LOB make / buy decisions as an honest broker, assure excellent subcontractor performance, and manage a large team at sites including Sunnyvale, Denver, Huntsville, Valley Forge, Titusville, and the Eastern Range. The director will be responsible for the people, processes and tools for the Supply Chain function, in conjunction with other duties as assigned by either the LOB or functional leadership. They will provide best value to the program through the use of strategic subcontracting methods that improve program cost and schedule. The director will be collaborative in proactively pursuing opportunities to work with their Supply Chain peers and stakeholders within SMD towards common goals. The director is expected to foster a sense of belonging and initiating partnerships to drive business results and deliver on our mission.

This position does not support teleworking; the preferred candidate will be located near one of our Lockheed Martin Space facilities, ideally in either : Denver, CO, or Sunnyvale, CA, and be expected to work in the office.

To be effective, you will need to possess these basic qualifications : At least 12 years of increasing responsibility covering multiple programs and LOBs. 5 years of highly effective coded leadership experience in either Program Management or Subcontract Management. Proven ability to manage large complex subcontracts and work across multiple interface boundaries. Proven experience in supply chain proposal support. Experience managing a large team of employees at multiple sites. Proven experience managing change. You will need to be a US Citizen, and currently possess and be able to maintain a US TOP SECRET clearance, with ability to obtain TS / SCI, 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.

To be effective, ideally, you should also have : Demonstrated full-spectrum leadership behaviors. Possess effective relationship-building skills with peers, leadership and suppliers. You bring positivity and enthusiasm to every project you touch. In addition to the work, you love being part of a team and working collaboratively through the process. Demonstrated exceptional strategic communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation, to effectively communicate business cases to all levels of peers, suppliers, and stakeholders, as well as program executives, with an ability to persuade and motivate action.

By applying to this role, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities, within Lockheed Martin, 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. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. We are also committed to enabling transitioning veterans to connect with their communities and find new purpose as they reintegrate into civilian life. Joining Lockheed Martin Space means becoming part of a global network of passionate professionals dedicated to safety and shaping the future of defense capabilities At Space we value your skills, training, and education. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach - and yours as a Lockheed Martin Space employee.

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level : TS / SCI. This position is incentive plan eligible. Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.