Procurement (IT Commodities), Assc Manager

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Role Overview

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 lifecycle 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.

Daily Responsibilities

In this role, you will offer the following daily key responsibilities :

• Develops a global sourcing strategy for IT software, hardware, and related items.
• Defines project scope and facilitates execution, identifying savings opportunities in order to provide differentiating value.
• Works with cross-functional teams to analyze supply base risks & opportunities, identify new sources of supply, and meet business requirements.
• Negotiates and manages contracts and relationships with suppliers to drive innovative strategies that enhance performance.
• Implements policies and metrics to ensure that savings goals are realized and performance requirements are achieved.
• Acts as the main focal point for all matters pertaining to the given category.
• Responsible for quality and performance of supplier products.
• Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection, and performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition / disciplinary actions.

Basic Qualifications

To be effective, you will need to possess these basic qualifications :

Desired Skills

To be effective, ideally, you should also have :

Benefits of Employment

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. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's competitive and comprehensive benefits package here.

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