Proposal And Affordability Supply Chain Lead

Description:

You will be the Proposal and Affordability Global Supply Chain (GSC) Lead responsible for driving proposal efforts and affordability initiatives for the F-35 Electro-Optical Targeting System (EOTS) program ensuring timely and compliant proposal submissions that meet government regulations and program commitments.

What You Will Be Doing

As the GSC Proposal and Affordability Lead you will be responsible for leading GSC proposal efforts, developing supplier RFP templates, coordinating cost analysis, commercial item determination and developing 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 kick-off meetings
• Coordinating cost analysis & commercial item determinations
• Developing negotiation strategies including historical price 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

You thrive in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment where your analytical expertise directly influences mission‑critical outcomes. In this role you'll have visibility with senior leaders, the autonomy to shape cost‑saving strategies, and the opportunity to work on the high profile F-35 program that protects national security. We value innovative thinkers who balance rigor with creativity, and we reward those who deliver results with competitive compensation, professional development, and a supportive, mission‑focused culture. Ready to lead proposal excellence and drive affordability breakthroughs? Apply today and be a catalyst for success in a world‑changing program.

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.

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:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), with experience applying these regulations in a procurement or acquisition environment
• Working knowledge of standard contract types, FAR proposal compliance and price / cost analysis
• Team oriented with demonstrated organizational skills
• Excellent verbal, written & presentation communication skills

Desired Skills:

• Working knowledge of FAR compliant commercial item determinations
• Demonstrated contract negotiation experience
• Demonstrated affordability management experience
• Ability to work autonomously and represent GSC in program level meetings

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

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: First