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SpaceX · 5 months ago

Supervisor, Materials Management (Starbase)

SpaceX is a company focused on enabling human life on Mars through advanced technologies. The Supervisor of Materials Management will oversee daily activities in the Supply Chain to ensure high performance in logistics and materials distribution, while leading continuous improvement efforts to exceed customer expectations.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
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Responsibilities

Perform administrative duties, including but not limited to, approving timecards, scheduling, periodic reviews, maintaining stocking levels of supplies, one-on-one mentoring and training of direct reports
Implement best logistics and inventory management practices including but not limited to best transportation options, kitting strategy, inventory strategy, and work order management practices in accordance with procedures
Support and maintain metric goals and objectives for the Production Coordinator and Inventory teams
Conduct regular safety walkthroughs, address safety issues, and promote safety policies
Distribute campaign work order management workload appropriately, implementing a low-priority and high on-time kitting strategy in accordance with internal customer and campaign timelines
Interface with Shipping, Receiving, Quality Control, Transportation, Planning, Purchasing and other related departments to resolve problems relative to receipt and distribution of material
Be the focal point for area audits and other events pertaining to the responsible production coordinator teams
Ensure that a clean and organized work area is maintained by making continuous improvements to workspace design
Supervise the Production Coordinator and Inventory Management teams
Foster an environment where change is embraced and ideas are respected, supported, vetted and ultimately implemented (if deemed appropriate)
Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Qualification

Materials ManagementSupply ChainInventory ManagementAPICS CertificationLean/6-SigmaAerospace ExperienceTransport GuidelinesTeam-Building SkillsComputer SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of professional experience in materials management, supply chain, or production/manufacturing; or 4+ years of professional experience materials management, supply chain, or production/manufacturing
Lifting up to 25lbs. unassisted, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing stooping, stretching and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Must be able to work all shifts, extended hours and/or weekends as needed
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Preferred

APICS certification – CPIM or CSCP
Lean/6-Sigma experience (Green/Black Belt certifications)
Excellent communication and team-building skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced /cross-functional environment
Experience within an aerospace, aviation, automotive manufacturing environment
Hazmat Certified
Working knowledge of transport guidelines as defined by 49CFR / IATA
Computer Skills – Microsoft Office applications

Company

SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$11.78B
Key Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
2025-12-12Secondary Market
2025-09-10Secondary Market
2025-08-13Secondary Market· $10M

Leadership Team

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Bret Johnsen
CFO
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Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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