Subcontract Manager

Lockheed Martin; Ampthill; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Ampthill is seeking a Subcontract Manager for the Global Supply Chain Organisation. The role offers a 4-day working week alongside hybrid working arrangements, focusing on executing major subcontracts in Complex Platform Systems and more.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, with skills in supplier relationship management and programme management. Joining Lockheed Martin means contributing to innovative solutions in the Defence Sector.

Qualifications

• 6 years of professional experience, or 4 years with a Master's degree.
• Ability to work under tight schedules in a dynamic environment.
• Outstanding financial and technical management skills.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for executing major subcontracts in various domains.
• Manage supplier cost, schedule, and performance.
• Develop subcontract specifications and terms for procurement.

Skills

Subcontract Manager experience

Managing multiple suppliers

Programme Management

Risk identification and mitigation

Multi-functional organization experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

Tools

SAP or similar ERP systems

Job description

37.5 hours per week with 4 day work week option

Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers.

It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers.

We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.

The role

This is a role within the Lockheed Martin UK Global Supply Chain Organisation based from our state‑of‑the‑art Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Ampthill, Bedfordshire.

This role benefits from our 4xFlex working pattern, offering a 4‑day working week (Monday–Thursday) alongside hybrid working.

You’ll work onsite Monday and Tuesday, with Wednesday and Thursday from home, subject to business needs.

This role will be accountable for the successful execution of a portfolio of major subcontracts in Complex Platform Systems, Platform Integration, Special Projects and Weapons areas & domains to meet domestic and international programme and business needs.

We have a worldwide supply base although predominantly in the UK, Europe, Middle East and the US.

Opportunities also exist to develop comprehensive supply chain strategies and solutions to support bids, proposals within the Defence Sector and commercial environments as business grows.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, determined and committed, and a confident self‑starter with the ability to drive and implement change.

You will be a team player with proven management ability in a multi‑functional organisation, coupled with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and exceptional stakeholder management ability.

You will have the flexibility to travel as required in the UK and abroad.

Specific responsibilities include

• Supplier Relationship & Stakeholder Management and Strategic understanding
• Be a member of and possibly manage subordinate teams overseeing 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, MOD and international programs.
• Part of multifunctional subcontract management teams, comprising quality, engineering and other supply chain team members.
• Hold a procurement delegation and sign supplier agreements and purchase orders within this.
• Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialised materials, equipment, and services for subcontract systems in support of development, production and sustainment using multiple contract types.
• Select or recommend subcontractors, and write subcontract packages.
• Prepare, award and manage resulting subcontracts and required change activity.
• Must achieve the appropriate level (SC) of security clearance.

Required skills

• Demonstrable experience as a Subcontract Manager or Supply Chain Manager
• Ability to manage multiple suppliers to meet cost, schedule and technical performance requirements of highly complex subcontracts.
• Outstanding Programme Management, Commercial, Financial and Technical management acumen.
• Capable of identifying and mitigating risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Success in working in multi‑functional organisations.
• Able to achieve delivery to tight schedules in a dynamic work environment.

Desired Skills

• Supply chain experience in the defence sector.
• Experience as a supply chain professional in developing subcontracts to support new business including bids and captures for complex items and systems.
• Application of Earned Value Management.
• Knowledge of SAP (or similar) ERP systems.
• Commercial Acumen – CIPS qualification preferred but not mandatory.

LMPeople Qualifications and Experience

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. Considered career, or journey, level.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximise value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background.