Global Supply Manager, Fleet, Waste, and Facilities

Global Supply Manager, Fleet, Waste, and Facilities

Hawthorne, CA

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is 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.

We are a progressive procurement organization pushing the boundaries of traditional procurement reputation and methodologies. We are looking for individuals who can think outside the box to achieve company objectives regarding value and partnerships with our suppliers. Our organization moves quickly, and you must too. SpaceX has the unique ability and desire to influence and shape suppliers to be better with us as we challenge our supply chain on cost, quality and delivery.

This individual will support indirect supplier management, specifically within software services and SG&A spend reduction initiatives. The purchasing team has aggressive objectives for 2026 that will positively impact our product and bottom line. We are looking for the right person who is equipped and ready for these challenges to join our team.

• Be the voice of reason and push engineering to make sound design decisions that are conducive to a high performing supply plan.
• Negotiate complex global contracts, focusing on pricing structures, SLAs, and favorable commercial terms.
• Manage suppliers to ensure performance against KPIs and operational metrics. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that result in improved performance and cost reduction. Implement programs that audit supplier invoicing against actual work completed.
• Present value propositions to SpaceX executives, including those related to contract award, cost reviews and cost reduction strategies.
• Contract Management:
  Responsible for assisting in the authoring of contract documents with the Legal Department. Management of contracts ensuring performance of the supplier to contract obligations. Understand interrelationships between contracts and terms while applying creativity and sound business reasoning to interpret the application of contracts to business needs.
• Execute purchase orders and manage escalation process for “purchase to pay” issues.

• Advanced degree and 4+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 10+ years of experience working in one or more of the following:
  • Purchasing.
  • Contract negotiation.
  • Material or production planning.
  • Operations or supply chain management.
  • Material cost control.
  • Master production scheduling.

• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, or Tableau) to drive category insights.
• Ability to prioritize appropriately to meet internal customer and company needs.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with strong emotional intelligence and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of internal personnel.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment.
• Conducts all activities with the highest integrity.

• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines.
• Ability to communicate outside of work hours.
• Must be able to travel - up to 25% travel may be required.
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and requires being onsite full-time – hybrid and remote work will not be considered.

Pay range:
Global Supply Manager: $ – $ per year. Your 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  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…