SpaceX · 6 days ago
Global Supply Manager (Raptor)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $180K/yr
4+ years expSpaceX 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. The Global Supply Manager for the Raptor product line will lead the optimization of the supply chain, focusing on machining, forging, and metallic raw materials while managing supplier relationships and costs. This role requires strong technical skills and the ability to work closely with senior leadership and program executives.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manage the supply base supporting critical commodities/categories for the Raptor product line with an emphasis on build to print aerospace components including, but not limited to machined components and mechanical assemblies
Monitor trends and manage costs of parts across Raptor portfolio and proactively mitigate cost increases by leveraging commercial relationships with suppliers, technical knowledge of product, and excellent relationships with internal engineering groups. Should be able to intelligently speak to should-cost, makeup of cost structure at vendors, and technical efforts to reduce cost with finance and engineering executive leadership
Leverage demand forecasts and upcoming design releases to ensure the Raptor supply base has ample manufacturing capacity, technical competency, and quality yield to enable aggressive ramp up of vehicle production and absorb slowdowns in time of uncertain design change
Provide guidance to internal procurement staff and engineering customers on design for manufacturability, supply chain optimization, and cost reduction strategies for mechanical commodities, including machined components, mechanical components, sheet metal, forgings, castings, and hardware, etc
Conduct comprehensive supplier analysis to inform ‘Make vs. Buy’ decisions, down select an optimal sourcing plan taking short term NPI requirements and long term production rates, technology replacement, price trend, market and industry position, and risk assessments into account
Visit supplier’s facilities and accurately assess technical capability, equipment, and capacity for rapid deployment of new product development and long-term production to implement a successful end-to-end product life cycle management strategy and process
Ability to develop should - cost models for competitive cost analysis. Deliver best in class Total Cost of Ownership and educate more junior members of supply chain team in how to effectively and aggressively approach driving cost down, contracts, and supplier management to yield the best results
Install and optimize manufacturing capacity in vendor base to assure continuity of supply in a dynamic environment while driving continuous process improvement to enhance efficiency at vendors and ultimately drive down cost
Administer moderate to large contracts and independently negotiate with supplier’s contract terminology, pricing, technical requirements, scope and terms involving responsibility, liability, indemnification, intellectual property and export compliance
Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures and government regulations while acting with integrity and prioritizing the needs of the program
Present value propositions, open risks, and health of Raptor vendor base to SpaceX executives and Raptor senior leadership, including those related to contract awards, cost reviews, cost reduction strategies and critical supply issues
Understand the technical aspects of production equipment to identify opportunities for cost, space, and process optimization and use data analytics to identify and parse process related opportunities
Utilize negotiations to maximize value, cost savings and priority in terms of delivery for SpaceX while lowering risk; manage costs to ensure alignment with program budgets
Create sourcing strategies to reduce risk, enable continuous cost reduction and align with company strategy on payment terms, cash targets, on time delivery and cost savings
Qualification
Required
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 with an emphasis in CNC machined parts, forgings, or raw materials: Engineering (mechanical, aerospace, chemical, materials), Purchasing (CNC machined parts, forgings, metallic raw materials, sheet metal, metal stampings, production tooling), Contract negotiation, Supply chain management, Material cost control
Experience in identifying and executing an optimized machining supply chain, including raw material, machining, material processing, inspection and logistics
Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours
Must be able to travel up to 15%
Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
Preferred
Demonstrated success in experience managing large value contracts and global supply base while balancing very dynamic configuration changes and balancing trades between cost, quality, and schedule
Proficient ability to read drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerance, preliminary design reviews, and quality documents
Experience in sourcing from a global supply base and raw materials, for machined components and assemblies, with a good intuition for potential success/failure of chosen vendors
Demonstrated experience in strategic technical procurement, new product introduction, and high-volume production procurement, manufacturing, or design/development experience
Exceptional written, verbal and presentation communication skills with ability to concisely summarize/explain risks, successes, and help needed with senior leadership
Ability to learn program context and needs quickly to prioritize meeting the goals of the Raptor program and striving for excellence
Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment
Conducts all activities with the highest of integrity
Demonstrated success in technical + strategic negotiation process to meet/exceed Best-In-Class expectations, while meeting/exceeding Best-In-Class quality, in addition to driving continual cost reduction and avoidance initiatives through ad-hoc price negotiations
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 & 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
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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