Buyer Sr.

WHAT WERE DOING

At Lockheed Martin, we are passionate about innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and forward-thinking solutions, we can support our customers most critical missions. Our Supply Chain team plays a vital role in ensuring operational success through strategic supplier partnerships, effective procurement practices, and continuous collaboration across the enterprise.

This position supports Out of Production Sustainment Machined Parts Commodity buying, helping ensure the availability of critical materials and services needed to support ongoing sustainment operations.

THE WORK

In this role, you will support sourcing and procurement activities for machined parts commodities in support of sustainment operations. Responsibilities include supplier management, procurement strategy execution, negotiation support, and ensuring supplier performance meets cost, quality, and delivery expectations.

Key responsibilities include:

Source, negotiate, and procure machinery, equipment, tools, raw materials, packaging materials, parts, services, and supplies necessary to support operations
Analyze supplier proposals, evaluate pricing trends, and establish price objectives to support cost-effective procurement strategies
Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, and schedule requirements
Support negotiations with suppliers to achieve the best overall value while maintaining quality and delivery standards
Review and evaluate supplier operations to identify factors impacting pricing and performance
Track and analyze data related to manufacturing processes, supplier performance, and market pricing trends
Identify opportunities to leverage material acquisitions and improve procurement efficiencies
Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and bid packages as needed
Maintain procurement records and support follow-up activities to ensure timely delivery and payment processing
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to support sustainment objectives and resolve procurement-related challenges

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and delivering innovative solutions that help our customers keep people safe. Our employees are driven by purpose and empowered to make a difference every day.

We foster an inclusive environment built on integrity, collaboration, and excellence. By joining our team, youll work alongside talented professionals who are committed to supporting mission success and continuous improvement.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a collaborative and detail-oriented supply chain professional with strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable managing supplier relationships, analyzing procurement data, and supporting complex sourcing activities.

You are someone who:

Demonstrates strong organizational and project management skills
Communicates effectively with internal stakeholders and supplier management
Enjoys solving complex procurement and supply chain challenges
Has a strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Works effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams Bachelors degree from an accredited college, or equivalent combined experience
Experience supporting procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or supplier management activities
Experience communicating and negotiating with internal stakeholders and suppliers
Ability to analyze data, manage priorities, and support procurement decision-making
Strong organizational and communication skills Excellent communication, organization and project management skills required
Strong background in government, international or commercial contracts a plus
Aerospace Supply chain management or related manufacturing procurement experience preferred
Specific competencies shall include:
A thorough understanding of SAC Purchasing Policies & Procedures
A thorough understanding of SACs Business Ethics and Codes of Conduct.
A basic understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations, FARS, DFARS, Commerciality, etc.
A basic understanding of MRP, SAP, SDS, etc.
Delivery Dashboard, Supply Hub, Supplier Portal, etc.
Experience in interacting and managing customer/supplier relationships a plus attention to detail, enjoy complex problems, excellent communication and organization skills, project management, negotiation skills.
SAP experience