SpaceX · 1 day ago
Sr. Sourcing Specialist (Starlink Aviation)
Woodinville, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
4+ years expSpaceX is a pioneering aerospace company focused on enabling human life on Mars. The Sr. Sourcing Specialist will manage the supply chain for Starlink products, collaborating with various teams to develop procurement strategies and ensure supplier performance.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders, understanding their needs and consulting with them to build quality procurement strategies aligned to business requirements. Be the voice of reason and push engineering to make sound design decisions that are conducive to a high performing supply plan. Drive make vs. buy decisions for new products, implement the strategy across the product lifecycle from development, qualification, first article runs through stable production
Manage contracts to ensure the performance of the supplier to contract obligations and ensure delivery, including expediting as necessary and reacting quickly to demand changes
Manage all relevant master data in MRP to ensure accurate and complete information at all times. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure demand signal accuracy and acceptable line of balance with supply
Drive culture and projects to align with Supplier Scorecard and leading indicators, such as PO acknowledgement, on time delivery, promise data usage, compliance, etc
Coordinate with engineering and quality organizations to direct and execute initiatives that support aggressive improvements in supplier quality, total cost effectiveness, enhanced service levels, improved coordination, delivery, pricing, lead-times, payment, risk compliance, and other areas as identified
Conduct comprehensive supplier analysis to formulate a strategic sourcing plan that identifies new/suitable suppliers, optimizes cost structures, and proactively ensures continuity of supply based on macro market or industry trends. Manage the supply base by implementing a precise supplier stratification model and executing a documented supplier management playbook
Build genuine relationships both internally and externally drive cross-functional teams to achieve the best outcome for SpaceX
Understand the technical aspects of the manufacturing process and compliance landscape to identify opportunities and implement optimizations for cost, space, and process optimization and use data analytics to identify and parse process related opportunities, both internally and externally
Communicate overall status to the management team including schedules, risks and mitigation actions and respond quickly to changes to the overall goals, schedule, and architecture
Execute purchasing transactions within scope area by issuing purchase orders in a timely manner without error. Resolve invoice issues and ensure on time payment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 6+ years of experience working in one or more of the following: Engineering, Purchasing, Contract negotiation, Material or production planning, Operations or supply chain management, Material cost control, Master production scheduling
Strong quantitative and analytical skills
Critical thinking
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Successful track record sourcing high-mix medium volume custom parts and assemblies
Developing and executing strategy
Negotiating agreements and statements of work
Defining internal process flows and improving efficiency
Managing supplier performance
Ability to work with strategy, planning, engineering, finance, and legal teams
Ability to work with third-parties such as partners and suppliers
Ability to communicate overall status to the management team including schedules, risks and mitigation actions
Ability to respond quickly to changes to the overall goals, schedule, and architecture
Ability to execute purchasing transactions within scope area by issuing purchase orders in a timely manner without error
Ability to resolve invoice issues and ensure on time payment
Ability to work extended hours and some nights and weekends when needed
Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours - up to 50% work week travel may be required, including international travel
Valid driver's license
Preferred
3+ years of technical procurement experience in electronics or mechanical commodities, preferably in the aerospace industry
Experience working with both international and US domestic suppliers
Established relationships and familiarity working with aircraft component vendors
Knowledge of raw material, machining, fabrication, PCBA, harnessing, or electro-mechanical assemblies
Familiar with AS9100 and FAA requirements
Experience working in a highly regulated environment
Experience in product development (EVT), new product introduction (NPI) and mass production (MP)
Material management and CTB (Clear to Build) proficiency
Proven success working on cross-functional new product introduction projects, completing should cost models, and negotiating
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and purchasing/planning functions
Exceptional written, verbal and presentation communication skills
Ability to identify and resolve technical, operational and organizational problems with risk based decision making
Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment
Ability to conduct all activities with the highest level of integrity
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
Recent News
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