Strategic Procurement & Supplier Negotiation Lead

Lockheed Martin; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Incentive compensation

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Stratford, CT is seeking an experienced procurement professional to source, negotiate, and purchase machinery, materials, and services essential for program operations. You will evaluate suppliers, manage contracts, and ensure delivery aligns with program schedules and quality standards.

The role emphasizes cost analysis, supplier performance, and cross‑functional collaboration to meet deadlines and ensure optimal value for the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in Subcontract Management, Procurement, or a related field.
• Knowledge of contracting principles, practices, and regulations.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, raw materials, packaging materials, parts, services, and/or supplies for operation.
• Monitors supplier performance and analyzes price trends and manufacturing processes.
• Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, and ensures on-time delivery and payment.

Skills

Subcontract Management

Procurement

Contracting principles

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

Lockheed Martin in Stratford, CT is seeking an experienced procurement professional to source, negotiate, and purchase machinery, materials, and services essential for program operations. You will evaluate suppliers, manage contracts, and ensure delivery aligns with program schedules and quality standards.

The role emphasizes cost analysis, supplier performance, and cross‑functional collaboration to meet deadlines and ensure optimal value for the organization.