• Drive strategic vendor management across multiple categories • Develop sophisticated sourcing strategies and lead high-stakes negotiations • Oversee complex RFP processes, including RFx (RFP, RFQ, RFI) management • Conduct comprehensive spend analysis and market research to identify consolidation opportunities • Negotiate terms, pricing, and service level agreements with suppliers • Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership • Manage supplier relationships throughout the contract lifecycle • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with organizational goals • Ensure compliance with procurement policies and monitor performance against established KPIs

Title: Staff Subcontract Management / FAR/DFAR / Fort Worth, TX Location: Grand Prairie United States Job Description: Description:You will be the Staff Subcontract Management for the GMLRS Development Programs. Our team is responsible for delivering cost‑effective, reliable supply chain solutions that enable mission success. What You Will Be Doing As the Staff Subcontract Manager you will be responsible for overseeing subcontract performance, driving cost‑reduction initiatives, and ensuring compliance with all procurement regulations. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: - Manage the procurement cycle from purchase order to payment of invoice - Coordinate with operations and production to set priorities and time-lines - Requests for proposal, source selection, and subcontract award - Negotiate pricing, contractual terms, and lead times - Manage supplier relationships and performance issues - Control costs and perform price analysis - Maintain accuracy of purchasing documents and data including procurement files - Supports and leads cost reduction initiatives, change activity, and program meetings - Comply with all applicable FARS / DFARS and company policies - Other tasks and duties as assigned by management including but not limited to visits to critical path suppliers, presentations to management, and written status reporting This position requires the ability and initiative to interface with internal partners to solve problems and ensure procured materials and services are acquired in compliance with established procedures and supporting the needs of internal customers. Must have ability to interface effectively with suppliers to achieve desired program objectives as well as Sr. Management. Successful candidate will have effective communication and organizational skills. Travel is required. We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Further Information About This Opportunity This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Basic Qualifications: - Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education - Must have the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance - Knowledge of acquisition policies and procedures such as FAR / DFAR - Working knowledge of standard contract types - Proficient computer skills including Word, Excel and PowerPoint - Detail and teamwork oriented with demonstrated organizational skills - Strong interpersonal skills - Demonstrated communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation) - Demonstrated problem solving skills, business acumen and ability to make business based decisions - Ability to work independently and in a team environment Desired Skills: - Experience with management of subcontractors. - Experience with the procurement of specialized materials, complex assemblies, and equipment within Defense industry. - Experience with LM Procurement Systems. Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process. Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about. As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories. Experience Level: Experienced Professional Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL Relocation Available: Possible Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain Type: Full-Time Shift: First

Role Description The Purchasing Assistant at Alias Group will play a crucial role in the smooth day-to-day running of the company. The successful candidate will handle all aspects of purchases within the organization under the guidance of the Purchasing Manager. Utilizing strong attention to detail, the Purchasing Assistant will manage purchase orders and oversee the procurement of goods and services required for the business. - Assist the Purchasing Manager in the procurement of goods and services - Initiate purchase orders and amendments for parts, services, and/or special tools; arrange submission and inspection of sample products as required - Conduct comprehensive market research on product pricing and availability - Manage relationships and negotiate with key suppliers to reduce costs - Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data - Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options - Develop plans for purchasing equipment, services, and supplies Qualifications - A degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field - Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role within a corporate environment - Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and purchasing software - Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills - Analytical and strategic thinking abilities - Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently Benefits - Exposure to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment - Opportunity to work with a diverse and dedicated team - Competitive remuneration package - Continuous professional and personal development - Health and wellness programs, including company-sponsored fitness initiatives

Title: Director, Strategic Sourcing - Technology Location: Boston, MA Hybrid Full time Job Description: As a key leader in the Strategic Sourcing function, the Director, Data, Technology & Engineering (DTE) is responsible for enabling enterprise value delivery through the development and execution of global category strategies, strategic supplier partnerships, and advanced commercial outcomes that directly support the company’s digital and AI-driven transformation vision. This role delivers strategic, scalable, and future-ready sourcing solutions across software, cloud, data platforms, AI/ML capabilities, digital engineering, and technology-enabled services, with a focus on accelerating innovation, speed-to-value, and enterprise capability building in support of next-generation data and technology priorities. This leader plays a critical role in shaping and advancing the sourcing strategy and supplier ecosystem that underpin the organization’s DTE transformation agenda, ensuring external partnerships are leveraged to inform, enable, and scale digital and AI abilities. In close partnership with the SVP of DTE and other DTE senior leaders, the Director will proactively influence technology investment decisions, operating models, and partner strategies to enable transformative outcomes. The role is accountable for optimizing external spend, elevating supplier performance, and unlocking innovation through strategic partnerships, while balancing enterprise priorities including speed, quality, risk management, and total cost of ownership. As a trusted advisor, this individual brings market insight and commercial perspective to help shape solution design, demand strategies, and make vs. buy decisions that accelerate transformation. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking leader with deep expertise in technology sourcing and a strong understanding of digital, data, and AI ecosystems, combined with advanced commercial acumen and a demonstrated ability to structure and negotiate complex, transformation-oriented agreements. This individual will lead and develop a team of sourcing professionals and elevate the function from transactional execution to a strategic, insight-driven partner that actively informs and enables the company’s digital and AI transformation at scale. Key Duties & Responsibilites: Transformation Partnership & Strategic Alignment - Serve as a trusted thought partner to the SVP of DTE and other DTE senior leaders, aligning sourcing strategies to the enterprise DTE transformation vision and roadmap. - Proactively shape and influence technology investment strategies, operating models, and partner selection decisions to enable transformative outcomes. - Translate evolving DTE priorities (e.g., digital, data, AI/ML, engineering transformation) into forward-looking sourcing strategies and supplier ecosystem design. - Embed Strategic Sourcing as a core enabler of transformation, shifting engagement upstream into strategy development versus downstream execution. Category Strategy & Value Creation - Define and lead multi-year, transformation-aligned category strategies across DTE spend areas, integrating innovation, scalability, and speed-to-value. - Identify and utilize non-traditional value levers, including innovation access, capability building, speed acceleration, and risk reduction—beyond cost savings. - Leverage deep market intelligence to position suppliers as strategic enablers of transformation. - Establish KPIs that reflect business impact (e.g., time-to-deploy, innovation outcomes, platform scalability) in addition to financial metrics. Strategic Sourcing & Commercial Outcomes - Lead high-impact, complex sourcing initiatives that enable transformation programs, including cloud modernization, data platforms, and digital engineering. - Design and negotiate innovative commercial models (e.g., outcome-based, consumption-based, co-investment, and partnership models) aligned to transformation goals. - Move beyond traditional RFx approaches by deploying flexible, partnership-oriented sourcing strategies that prioritize capability, speed, and long-term value. - Provide executive oversight on deal strategy, ensuring alignment with enterprise transformation objectives and risk tolerance. Strategic Supplier Partnerships - Design and operationalize a strategic partner ecosystem aligned to DTE transformation priorities, including global cloud providers, platform providers, and technology engineering partners. - Establish deep, executive-level partnerships focused on co-innovation, roadmap alignment, and joint value creation. - Lead governance models that enable continuous innovation, performance transparency, and strategic alignment with key suppliers. - Drive intentional supplier consolidation and elevation, focusing on fewer, higher-impact strategic partners. Business Partnering & Demand Management - Act as a strategic thought-partner to DTE leadership, influencing demand, solution design, and sourcing approaches to maximize enterprise outcomes. - Partner with stakeholders to reframe requirements from specifications to outcomes, enabling more innovative and flexible supplier solutions. - Support make-versus-buy and build-versus-partner decisions in the context of long-term transformation goals. - Ensure procurement is embedded in key transformation programs, investment decisions, and governance forums. Risk, Compliance & Transformation Governance - Balance innovation and speed with robust risk management, ensuring alignment with cybersecurity, data privacy, and third-party risk frameworks. - Embed risk considerations into strategic partner selection and commercial models, particularly for emerging technologies and new delivery models. - Establish governance mechanisms that support agility while maintaining compliance and control. Leadership & Capability Evolution - Lead, develop, and elevate a team of sourcing professionals to operate as strategic advisors and category leaders, setting clear expectations for performance, accountability, and impact aligned to the DTE transformation agenda. - Define and drive capability development priorities across the team, including advanced commercial acumen, technology domain expertise (cloud, data, AI/ML, engineering), and executive stakeholder engagement, ensuring the team can effectively support complex, transformation-oriented initiatives. - Establish clear prioritization frameworks and resource allocation models to focus team efforts on the highest-value transformation-critical initiatives, balancing speed, capacity, and business impact across a dynamic portfolio of work. - Implement scalable tools, playbooks, and standardized ways of working that enable consistent, high-quality category management and sourcing execution across DTE, while allowing flexibility for strategic, partnership-driven engagements. - Actively coach and mentor team members, providing hand-on guidance in strategy development, deal structuring, and stakeholder management to accelerate individual growth and elevate overall team performance. - Foster a high-performance culture grounded in innovation, agility, and continuous learning, embedding data-driven decision making, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement as core ways of working. Measures of Success - Define and track KPIs that measure transformation impact, including innovation enablement, speed-to-market, and partner performance. - Deliver measurable outcomes across the value creation continuum (e.g. cost, supplier innovation, and stakeholder satisfaction). - Continuously refine sourcing strategies and supplier models to align with evolving transformation priorities. Required Education Level: - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Technology, or related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred). Required Experience: - 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain, or technology-enablement roles, with at least 5 years in leadership. - Deep expertise in developing and leading multi-year, global category strategies across complex spend areas, with the ability to integrate market intelligence, supplier capabilities, and business priorities into actionable strategies that drive enterprise value. - Demonstrated ability to operate as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders (e.g., CIO, CTO, SVP-level leaders), shaping business strategies, influencing demand, and aligning sourcing approaches to transformation objectives. - Expertise in structuring and negotiating complex, enterprise-level agreements, including software, cloud, and services-based models; ability to design innovative, value-based commercial approaches aligned to business outcomes. - Proven ability to design and manage strategic supplier ecosystems, including development of high-impact partnerships, executive governance models, and performance management frameworks that drive innovation and accountability. - Experience enabling enterprise transformation initiatives through sourcing, including supporting new operating models, digital capabilities, and scalable external partnerships; ability to balance innovation, speed, and risk. - Strong understanding of technology sourcing categories, including enterprise software, cloud platforms, data and analytics, and engineering services, as well as underlying commercial constructs and cost drivers. - Advanced analytical capabilities, including the ability to leverage data, benchmarking, and market intelligence to inform strategies, quantify value, and support executive decision-making. - Strong knowledge of Source-to-Pay (S2P) processes, procurement technologies, and digital tools, with the ability to leverage these capabilities to enhance sourcing effectiveness and transparency. - Strong understanding of contracting principles, risk management frameworks, and regulatory considerations. - Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams, while establishing clear priorities, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement and strategic thinking. - Expert communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex ideas, influence senior stakeholders, and lead cross-functional alignment in a global, matrixed environment. - Ability to lead cross-functional, enterprise-wide initiatives, manage competing priorities, and drive change in a dynamic, transformation-oriented environment. #LI-Hybrid Pay Range: $180,000 - $270,000 Disclosure Statement: The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law. At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more. Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible Flex Eligibility Status: In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select 2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility. Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time. #LI-Hybrid Company Information Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com