Permanent
Subcontract Representative
Purchasing/Procurement
Ampthill - Bedfordshire
About the Role
We're seeking a Subcontract Representative within the Lockheed Martin UK Global Supply Chain Organisation based from our state-of-the-art in Ampthill, Bedfordshire.
This role benefits from our 4xFlex working pattern, offering a 4-day working week (Monday–Thursday) alongside hybrid working. You’ll work onsite Monday and Tuesday, with Wednesday and Thursday from home, subject to business needs.
As part of Lockheed Martin UK’s Global Supply Chain Organisation (GSCO), you will provide support to the supply chain for goods and services to meet diverse business needs. Join our renowned international defence company, known for its innovative products and excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.
This role focuses on managing supplier delivery to support the provision of complex systems. It requires a blend of skills in relationship building, risk management, schedule adherence, and negotiations. You will collaborate with the GSCO Supply Chain Programme Lead, assisting with the management of suppliers in complex technology areas and supporting business-winning initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Supplier Performance Management: Assist in ensuring suppliers meet technical, schedule, quality, and cost requirements.
2. Risk Management: Understand and manage risks, opportunities, and dependencies.
3. Schedule Integration: Assist in ensuring subcontract schedules and milestones align with the overall programme schedule.
4. Subcontract Administration: Assist with maintaining documentation, dealing with data accuracy with high attention to detail as required by the Business
5. Compliance: Awareness of appropriate terms and conditions to subcontracts.
6. Team Collaboration: Work with the Supplier Management Team, including quality and engineering personnel.
7. Performance Reporting: Provide reports as required by the Business Rhythm.
8. Financial Targets: Achieve financial targets as required by the Business.
9. Issue Escalation: Communicate and escalate issues as necessary.
10. Supplier Improvement: Participate in supplier improvement programmes in collaboration with the Supply Chain Excellence Manager.
The successful candidate must achieve the appropriate level (SC) of security clearance. More details can be found .
Required skills, qualifications and experience
11. Experience: Background in a Procurement / Supply Chain role
12. Cross-functional Collaboration: Success in working within multi-functional organisations.
13. Dynamic Environment: Ability to deliver to tight schedules in a dynamic work environment.
14. Strong administration experience – ideally in Procurement but not essential
15. High level of Attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines
16. Communication and relationship skills – both internal and external Stakeholders
17. Successful in Problem Solving with an analytical bias
18. Microsoft Office proficiency, especially Excel
Desired Skills
19. Defence Sector Experience: Supply chain experience in the defence sector.
20. Earned Value Management: Awareness of Earned Value Management.
21. ERP Systems: Knowledge of SAP (or similar) ERP systems.
22. Commercial Acumen: CIPS qualification preferred but not mandatory.
Join us at Lockheed Martin UK and contribute to a team dedicated to innovation, excellence, and making a difference in the defence sector. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career journey with us.
Job Reference Number
18544BR
Salary Range
£37,000 - £46,000 + Comprehensive Benefits + Bonus
Employee Type
Full Time
Hours Per Week
37.5
Working Schedule
4xFlex
Country
United Kingdom (UK)
Clearance Required for Role
SC
Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?
No
What we offer you
At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.
We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.
We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:
23. Private Medical Insurance
24. Competitive Pension
25. Dental
26. Critical Illness
27. Life Assurance
28. Travel Insurance
29. Employee discounts for top high street shops
30. Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
31. Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes
32. Reimbursement for a professional membership
33. Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave
Business Environment
Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact end ngIf: ame != 'jobtitleInJobDetails' && ame != 'jobdescriptionInJobDetails' -->
Job Expires
02/04/2026
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