Lockheed Martin
Proposal and Affordability Subcontract Manager
Orlando, FL
Jan 17, 2025
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Description:

You will be the Proposal and Affordability Subcontract Manager for the Global Supply Chain (GSC) team. Our team is responsible for driving proposal efforts and affordability initiatives for the F35 Sensors program, ensuring timely and compliant submissions that meet government regulations and program commitments.



What You Will Be Doing
As the Proposal and Affordability Subcontract Manager, you will be responsible for leading GSC proposal efforts, developing supplier RFP templates, and coordinating cost analysis and negotiation strategies. You will also drive affordability initiatives, managing the affordability pipeline, and creating step-down plans to meet program targets. Your responsibilities will include:
* Organizing and overseeing GSC proposal activities, including timely submissions and compliance with regulations
* Developing supplier RFP templates and leading central procurement proposal kickoff meetings
* Coordinating cost analysis and negotiation strategies, including historical cost data analysis and trend modeling
* Managing affordability pipeline, ensuring initiatives move through execution into savings realization
* Creating step-down plans to meet program affordability targets and negotiated positions
* Collaborating with internal and external customers, including Sr. Management and customer representatives
* This role requires at least 2 days per week onsite in the Orlando, FL office

Why Join Us
We're looking for a collaborative and strategic leader to join our team. As a Proposal and Affordability Subcontract Manager, you will have the opportunity to drive business growth, develop innovative solutions, and work closely with cross-functional teams. If you're a results-driven professional with excellent organizational skills and a passion for affordability initiatives, we encourage you to apply. This role offers a unique blend of proposal management, affordability initiatives, and leadership opportunities, making it an exciting challenge for the right candidate.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We Hear You, We See You. At Lockheed Martin, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse thinkers like you! At Lockheed Martin, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.

Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global Diversity and Inclusion.

Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications:
* Working knowledge of federal acquisition regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), with experience applying these regulations in a procurement or acquisition environment.
* SAP Experience
* Working knowledge of standard contract types
* Team oriented with demonstrated organizational skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desired Skills:
* Proposal experience,
* Affordability experience
* Risk Management training
* Experience with coaching/mentoring
* Cost Analysis training
* Lean Six Sigma Trained/Certified.
* CAM certified
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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 CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Full-Time
Shift: FirstPDN-9dfc9f56-b983-4b91-9a5d-e3a10d5a9547

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