Subcontract Administration Associate - Early Career

About the job

Standard Job Description

WHAT WE’RE DOING At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, the Supply Management organization keeps our aircraft programs moving by sourcing the parts, assemblies, and services our customers need. We manage a global supplier base, track on‑time delivery (OTD), and ensure contracts are executed accurately and efficiently. We are adding a Subcontract Administration Associate to support this effort.

THE ROLE

• Administer contracts – maintain contract files, process purchase orders, track modifications, and ensure all paperwork complies with internal policies and export‑control regulations.
• Manage the overall procurement cycle – coordinate with production, spares, development programs, and support functions; oversee purchase‑order placement and administration from request through receipt.
• Support supplier management – help monitor OTD, price variance, and performance metrics; build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Assist cost‑management and negotiations – gather pricing data, draft change orders, and support senior negotiators in discussions of pricing, terms, and conditions to drive cost avoidance and value.
• Aid the supply‑chain team – prepare bid packages, compile evaluation data, and contribute to supplier‑selection reviews.
• Maintain data integrity – update contract‑management systems, generate status reports, and provide accurate documentation for audits.
• Facilitate communication – act as a liaison between suppliers, program engineers, finance, and legal to ensure timely information flow.

Basic Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a Bachelors degree in Business, Supply‑Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail; comfortable handling multiple contracts and deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication – able to draft clear emails, reports, and simple contract language.
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiar with enterprise contract‑management tools.
• Collaborative mindset – enjoys working with cross‑functional teams and learning from senior professionals.

Desired Skills

• 1‑2 years of professional experience (including internships) in procurement, contract administration, or supplier management.
• Basic understanding of contract terminology, purchase‑order processes, OTD concepts, and cost‑management fundamentals.
• Expirience with SAP
• Interest in Supply Chain

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $55700.00 - $103400.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.