Sourcing Manager, Mechanical (Starshield)

Hawthorne, CAfull timeRemote

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senior

$120k–$170k

H1B: no

SpaceX Sourcing Manager for Mechanical components on the Starshield team at SpaceX, responsible for demand planning and strategic sourcing for next-generation satellite hardware. Drives supply chain execution balancing cost, quality, and lead-time targets.

Responsibilities

Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development
Act as the supplier interface for all RFIs, RFPs and RFQs
Manage cost aggressively to ensure adherence to project-specific budgets and forecasts
Develop should-cost models for competitive cost analysis
Ensure that suppliers are prepared to support all prototype builds with appropriate equipment and material to ensure successful product development, ramp up and mass production
Drive internal and external process improvements to enhance efficiency and implement cost-saving programs with suppliers
Develop, manage, and maintain strong supplier partnerships
Implement analytical data management tools to manage supplier performance
Ensure all purchased parts are clear to build for all Starshield programs
Collaboratively work with engineering and production to identify a reliable supply base to support all prototype builds, design changes and production builds.
Ownerships of end-to-end supply chain responsibilities from sourcing strategies, vendor selection, vendor capacity, contract negotiation, part procurement, delivery tracking, budget planning and cross-functional communication.
Ensure compliance with government and commercial contracts and assist mission managers with contract performance

Qualification

Contract negotiationMaterial or production planningOperations or supply chain managementMaterial cost controlMaster production scheduling6+ years of experience in procurementProven track record of taking ownershipTechnical procurementExceptional analyticalEffective writtenDetail-oriented

Required

Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; OR 7+ years of experience working in one or more of the following:
Contract negotiation
Material or production planning
Operations or supply chain management
Material cost control
Master production scheduling

Preferred

6+ years of experience in procurement, manufacturing, or related supply chain disciplines
Experience with mechanical and/or special process manufacturers and suppliers
Experience in managing outsourcing contract manufacturing partners
Proven track record of taking ownership, successful NPI sourcing strategy development and execution in a fast-paced environment
Technical procurement, product development, NPI, manufacturing, and negotiating with diverse supply base in electronics, mechanicals, and contract manufacturers.
Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment

Benefits

Dental
Vision
401(k)
Parental Leave
Life Insurance

Company

SpaceX

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Remote-friendly

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