Global Logistics Specialist; Starlink

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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.

As the Global Logistics Specialist for Starlink you will be responsible for carrier management, performance and transport risk mitigation, and exception management for both international and domestic supply chains. Your focus will be on ensuring efficient and effective transportation operations, managing carrier relationships, and mitigating transport-related risks to ultimately support the growth of our satellite and ground equipment production.

The position is responsible for the selection and sourcing of the most efficient and cost-effective transportation routes, complying with customs requirements and compliance procedures, coordinating with different stakeholders such as suppliers, carriers, internal stakeholders, and government agencies, and ensuring timely delivery of goods to the intended destinations.

• Oversee carrier management, including daily operations, shipment flows, service quality evaluation, and performance monitoring
• Monitor carrier performance and implement corrective actions when necessary to ensure service quality and compliance
• Tracks, traces, and updates status for material, and equipment and acts as the point of contact for logistics-related issues for Starlink logistics
• Mitigate transport-related risks by identifying potential issues and implementing appropriate risk management strategies
• Manage exceptions and disruptions in transportation operations, proactively finding solutions to minimize impact on supply chain operations
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and coordination across different functions, such as procurement, sales, and customer service
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with carriers to ensure reliable and cost-effective transportation services
• Collaborate with carriers to negotiate rates, service levels, and support with the development of contract terms and service requirements
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and regulations, implementing best practices in carrier management and transport risk mitigation
• Analyze transport data and metrics to identify areas for improvement and cost reduction
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to provide updates on transportation operations and address any issues or concerns
• Reports daily status to business stakeholders and weekly logistics statuses as required
• Ensure business practices not only guarantee the movement of products in a quality manner, but also meet those needs outlined in regulatory documentation, internal requirements, and customer flow-downs

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of global logistics operations, with a focus on both domestic and international supply chains

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a science discipline
• Proven experience in global logistics operations, with a strong focus on carrier management and transport risk mitigation
• Proven role in the development of complex global logistics models employing intermodal networks and knowledge of global supply chain and logistics markets and networks
• Import and export experience with compliance with ITAR and C-TPAT regulations
• Import/Export regulatory functions experience, including HTS, Schedule B knowledge, Incoterms, ISF filing process, DSP-5, DSP-73, ATA Carnet
• Experience in managing projects, products, and developing global logistics solutions across the various logistics service modes of Air, Ground (FTL, LTL), Ocean (FCL, LCL), Multi-Modal, Intermodal, and others
• Experience with NVOs, ocean carriers, drayage companies, freight forwarders and customs house brokerage firms’ networks and ability to navigate through these processes and organizations
• Experience with Excel and other data analytics tools and strong analytical and data modeling ability
• Strong analytical and…