Sourcing Manager (Starship Launch)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Brownsville
Posted on: January 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Sourcing Manager (Starship Launch) at SpaceX Brownsville, TX,
United States SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future
where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more
exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively
developing the technologies to make this possible, with the
ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.SOURCING MANAGER
(STARSHIP LAUNCH)The integration and catch tower and orbital launch
mount will redefine ground support systems for launch vehicles as
we know it, with the ultimate goal being to launch, catch, and
relaunch orbital boosters in hours or days instead weeks or months.
The SpaceX supply chain department is a critical player in these
operations. To capitalize on SpaceX's technological and market
changing successes, our team will be part of managing an agile yet
robust supply chain that will enable a competitive advantage for
the company. The functions within the department include
procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and
quality, logistics and inventory. SpaceX supply chain will play a
key role in enabling SpaceX to meet the ambitious growth targets
and greatly contribute in making us a multi-planetary
species.RESPONSIBILITIES: + Analyze supplier spend, capacity, and
develop overall supplier negotiation and engagement strategies+
Implement sustainable cost controls and develop cost reduction
improvement plans with suppliers+ Lead complex outsourcing and
cross functional projects+ Negotiate high value contracts and
independently negotiate contract terminology, pricing, technical
requirements, scope, and terms involving responsibility, liability,
indemnification, and intellectual property with suppliers.+
Interpret the conditions and terms of contracts including fiscal
and legal implications and advises management on all significant
procedures and regulations affecting the contract+ Act as liaison
with external and internal customers on all matters affecting
contractual agreements+ Develop and lead commodity strategies for
mechanical and electronic components from cradle to grave+ Be the
"go to" resource for engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and
new product introduction teams when determining best value
suppliers, NPI sourcing plans, make vs. buy, should cost, buy
complete strategies, and lead times, etc.+ Proactively investigate
new market trends, supplier roadmaps, and collaborate with
engineering on best path from a technology, cost, and supply
standpoint+ Drive design for manufacturability reviews with support
from supplier quality and engineering+ Champion value-add and value
engineering projects to improve part quality and reduce cost+
Mitigate sole/single source risk and ensure continuity of supply+
Proactively update SpaceX management and engineering teams on all
critical supply issues+ Develop and maintain strong supplier
relationships+ Visit supplier's facilities and accurately assess
technical capability, equipment, and capacity+ Execute MRP planning
messages for production parts+ Resolve purchase order discrepancies
and invoice issues+ Analyze procurement data and report metrics+
Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and
government regulationsBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:+ Advanced degree and 3+
years of experience working in one or more of the following; or
bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience working in one or more
of the following; or 9+ years of experience working in one or more
of the following: + Engineering+ Purchasing+ Contract negotiation+
Material or production planning+ Operations or supply chain
management+ Material cost control+ Master production
schedulingPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:+ Technical procurement,
manufacturing, and vendor management experience+ Experience reading
datasheets, drawings, and blueprints+ Proven track record of
leadership and team building skills+ Strong vendor management
experience+ Experience with contract negotiation+ Experience in
production purchasing+ Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and
organizational skills+ Knowledge and skills in current technologies
and applications (e.g. MS Office Suite, SQL, Access, etc.)+
Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills+
Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet
customer and company needs+ Excellent customer service skills+
Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet
customer and company needs+ Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and
able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing
environment+ Conducts all activities with the highest levels of
integrityADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:+ Must be able to travel - up to
35% work week travel may be required, including international
travel+ Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as
needed to meet major milestones+ This position is based in
Brownsville, TX and requires being onsite - remote work not
consideredCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS:Pay Range:Sourcing Manager:
$110,000.00 - $145,000.00/per yearYour actual level and base salary
will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on
the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills,
education, and experience.Base salary is just one part of your
total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for
long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options,
or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary
bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount
through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive
access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage,
access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability
insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other
discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation &
will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt
employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.ITAR
REQUIREMENTS:+ To conform to U.S. Government space technology
export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms
Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent
resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C.
1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from
the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here
(https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc\_kb\_article\_page&sys\_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987)
. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX
is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications
and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion,
gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability
status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status,
mental or physical disability or any other legally protected
status.Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative
Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or
applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the
application/interview process should notify the Human Resources
Department at (310) 363-6000.
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