Supply Chain Planning Manager; Falcon & Dragon

Supply Chain Planning Manager (Falcon & Dragon)

Hawthorne, CA

Space

X 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 Space

X is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Show initiative in developing new methods or processes to ensure the highest quality product and efficient methods utilized
• Evaluate technical feasibility of work content and understand suppliers’ technical capabilities and limitations
• Inform DFM discussions based on vendor feedback
• Ensure partners are prepared to support prototype builds with appropriate equipment and materials to ensure a successful product development, ramping up and production
• Take ownership of team effort to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development
• Present value propositions to Space
  
  X management, including those related to contract awards, cost reviews, cost reduction strategies and critical supply issues
• Manage cost aggressively to ensure adherence to project-specific budgets and forecasts; develop should-cost models for competitive cost analysis
• Develop clear technology and commodity roadmaps for current commodities and products as they relate to future Space
  
  X programs
• Be the liaison between supply chain and engineering for supplier and down selection during NPI while improving or sustaining cost targets
• Develop and maintain strong relationships across disciplines and multiple levels of management
• Manage supply base from concept to end of life to ensure continuity of supply with the right materials driving plan and on-time delivery
• Responsible for creating POs, on-time delivery of materials for internal and external operations, invoice resolution, meeting company quality requirements while meeting cost targets
• Guide junior staff members and provide strategic support whenever needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced degree and 3+ years of relevant experience in Engineering, Purchasing, Contract negotiation, Material or production planning, Operations or supply chain management, Material cost control, or Master production scheduling; or a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience; or 9+ years of experience in one or more of these areas
• Or combination thereof as outlined in original description

PREFERRED

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Capable of managing existing external supply chain and suppliers both domestic and global
• Extensive experience within supply chain (technical procurement, product development, NPI, manufacturing and negotiating high-volume products)
• Technical knowledge in a commodity (e.g., composites raw material, composite component manufacturing, machining, soft goods)
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence
• Proven track record of ownership, negotiating favorable pricing and driving results
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving environment
• Highest level of integrity in all activities
• Experience planning purchasing of commodity products and third-party services, collaborating with product development, quality, finance and sales

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to travel up to 30% (including international travel)
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires onsite presence

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Space

X offers a compensation package that may include base salary, long-term incentives, bonuses, and stock options. For this role: $ - $ per year. Final level and salary depend on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is one component of the total rewards package, which may include stock or stock options, discretionary bonuses, a 401(k) plan, medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave in accordance with company policy.

Employees may accrue three weeks of paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year; sick leave accruals follow company policy.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or otherwise eligible to obtain required authorizations. Learn more about ITAR disclosures and requirements with Space

X.

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X is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

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