Subcontract Administration Associate

About the Role

At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, the Supply Management organization supports aircraft programs by sourcing parts, assemblies, and services. This role involves managing a global supplier base, tracking on-time delivery (OTD), and ensuring accurate and efficient contract execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer contracts: Maintain contract files, process purchase orders, track modifications, and ensure paperwork complies with internal policies and export-control regulations.
• Manage the procurement cycle: Coordinate with production, spares, development programs, and support functions; oversee purchase-order placement and administration from request through receipt.
• Support supplier management: 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.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• 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 skills.
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Familiar with enterprise contract-management tools.
• Collaborative mindset; enjoys working with cross-functional teams and learning from senior professionals.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience with SAP.
• Interest in Supply Chain.