Sourcing Specialist, OPEX; Starlink

Position: Sourcing Specialist, OPEX (Starlink)
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 SPECIALIST, OPEX (STARLINK)
One of the most ambitious missions that SpaceX has undertaken to date, the Starlink constellation is our solution to providing reliable internet to the entire world. To capitalize on our technical and market success, our team will execute large-scale projects that will define the bottom-line for the Starlink program. The functions within the department include procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, logistics, inventory management, negotiation of supplier contracts and pricing, and developing the commodity strategy.

This is a high-profile, cross functional position that plays an integral role in enabling development and production flow for Starlink production. You will work in close coordination with engineering and manufacturing departments, executing effective, creative and smart supply chain strategies to achieve production goals. With integration taking place in-house, sourcing specialists are able to see their assemblies come to life every day!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Place purchase orders and resolve blocked invoices related to assigned category

Forecast demand, evaluate capacity, and manage supply signals to adjust incoming material

Track high risk components and supplier delivery performance

Communicate clearly and rapidly to influence decisions of vendors and senior leadership

Interpret engineering drawings and BOMsCreate sourcing strategies for all custom items, COTS hardware, and other Indirect Categories Develop a preferred supplier network and leverage it to minimize cost and lead time for the fabrication and delivery of parts

Supported commodities include but are not limited to machined parts, electromechanical equipment, large machining, finish processes, mechanical assemblies, etc Solve complex, open-ended problems with an emphasis on speed and efficiency

Manage outsource fabrication projects including planning, coordinating with stakeholders, estimating completion, and manage vendor performance

Perform onsite reviews of vendor capabilities

Responsible for 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 application of contract to business needs

Utilize negotiations to maximize value and cost savings benefit while lowering risk

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of experience working in purchasing, procurement, material planning, production planning, supply chain management, or engineering in lieu of a degree PREFERRED

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience with MRP or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and with managing bill of materials, work orders, and purchase orders

Experience with forecasting, demand planning, and lead time analysis

Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment. Capability to prioritize multiple on-going projects

Strong track record for achieving results; must be able to reference wins and quantify impact

Strong skills in data analysis using Excel, SQL and PowerBISolid understanding of common manufacturing processes and machines including mills, lathes, waterjet, laser cutters, sheet metal fabrication, etc Familiar with common material finishes and coatings, including paint, powder coat, anodize, heat treatment, etc American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) certification, Six Sigma certification, or similar certifications

Effective written and verbal communications skills, with strong ability to communicate to all levels of internal personnel

Demonstrated ability to work in ambiguous situations and across organizational boundaries. History of self-learning & application of newly learned tools & techniques

Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines

Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours

Ability to travel: up to 20% - 50% of work week

Must be able to work onsite, remote work not…