Subcontract Administrator Senior

All Aviation Jobs; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Lexington, Kentucky, is seeking an experienced Subcontract Administrator to lead the development, negotiation, and administration of subcontracts. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, managing internal and external relationships, and mitigating subcontract risks in a fast-paced defense environment.

The position requires the ability to handle disputes or claims professionally, oversee subcontract closeout, and maintain meticulous records.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of subcontract administration and procurement principles.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, negotiate, and administer subcontracts, including preparing and issuing documents.
• Ensure subcontractors comply with contractual requirements and performance standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate subcontract-related risks.
• Resolve subcontract-related issues, disputes, or claims promptly.
• Manage subcontract closeout, final payments, and required documentation.
• Maintain records of subcontract information and provide status updates.

Skills

Subcontract administration

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Self-starter

Communication skills

LMAP knowledge

Tools

SAP S4 HANA

Job description

Description

You will be a Subcontract Administrator for our team, responsible for managing and administering subcontracts to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and maintaining effective relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional results, and we're looking for a highly skilled and organized individual to join our ranks.

What You Will Be Doing?

As a Subcontract Administrator, you will be responsible for developing, negotiating, and administering subcontracts, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, and building and maintaining effective relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. You will work closely with our team to identify, assess, and mitigate subcontract-related risks, and resolve subcontract-related issues, disputes, or claims in a timely and professional manner.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Develop, negotiate, and administer subcontracts, including preparing and issuing subcontract documents
• Ensure subcontractors comply with contractual requirements, including terms and conditions, deliverables, and performance standards
• Build and maintain effective relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
• Identify, assess, and mitigate subcontract-related risks, including performance, financial, and reputational risks
• Resolve subcontract-related issues, disputes, or claims in a timely and professional manner
• Manage subcontract closeout activities, including ensuring completion of all deliverables, payment of final invoices, and obtaining necessary documentation
• Ensure subcontracts comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of subcontract information, including contract documents, performance data, and payment history
• Provide regular updates and reports to internal stakeholders on subcontract status, issues, and concerns
• Continuously evaluate and improve subcontract administration processes and procedures to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance

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Why Join Us

We're looking for a highly motivated and experienced Subcontract Administrator to join our team. If you're a detail-oriented and analytical individual with a passion for subcontract administration, we'd love to hear from you. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, collaborate with a talented team of experts, and develop your skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. As a member of our team, you'll be part of a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position supports our Special Operations Forces – Global Logistics Support Services contract, which is the U.S. Special Operations Command's (USSOCOM) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services.

This position is in Lexington. Discover more about our Lexington, Kentucky location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access and is in direct support of a U.S. government contract that requires a company-sponsored clearance to start.

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Basic Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of subcontract administration and procurement principles
• Adequate communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work cross functionally with internal and external stakeholders
• Self Starter
• Strong problem-solving skills

Desired Skills

Desired skills :

• Experience with Lockheed Martin Acquisition Procedures (LMAP)
• Experience with International Trade Compliance (ITC), import/export, and managing OCONUS suppliers
• Experience creating FAR/DFARs compliant procurement files up to and exceeding the Certified Cost and Pricing Data threshold
• Experience managing cost, schedule, and technical performance of major subcontracts
• Prior Cost Account Management (CAM) Experience
• Experience managing cost reimbursable subcontracts and earned value
• Working knowledge of SAP S4 HANA ERP system

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 employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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

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.