Buyer Sr.

Buyer Sr. | Lockheed Martin

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.

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

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, you'll work alongside talented professionals who are committed to supporting mission success and continuous improvement.

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

Specific competencies shall include:

• A thorough understanding of SAC Purchasing Policies & Procedures
• A thorough understanding of SAC's 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.
• 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