Purchasing Manager, Indirect

SpaceX

Austin, TX, United States
Not specified; not specified; not specified
On-site
4+ years purchasing or supply chain experience
2+ years leading direct reports
Advanced degree in relevant field
SpaceX is seeking a Purchasing Manager to drive value and partnerships within its progressive procurement organization focused on enabling human life on Mars

Job Summary

  • SpaceX is seeking a Purchasing Manager to drive value and partnerships within its progressive procurement organization focused on enabling human life on Mars.
  • The role requires managing contracts, developing sourcing strategies for cost reduction, and presenting value propositions to executives while supporting software services and SG&A spend.
  • Candidates must be willing to work extended hours, weekends, and communicate outside of work hours to meet critical deadlines in a fast-moving environment.

Matching Summary

SpaceX is seeking a Purchasing Manager to drive value and partnerships within its progressive procurement organization focused on enabling human life on Mars.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 4+ years purchasing or supply chain experience
  • 2+ years leading direct reports
  • Advanced degree in relevant field
  • Contract negotiation and management skills
  • Strategic sourcing and risk mitigation
  • Onsite work requirement in Austin TX

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with indirect procurement categories
  • Vehicle fleet management experience
  • SQL and Power BI data visualization skills
  • Global supply base management
  • High-volume workload prioritization
  • Willingness to travel up to 50%

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus 6+ years experience OR Advanced degree plus 4+ years
  • 2+ years of direct people management experience
  • US Citizenship, Green Card, Refugee, or Asylee status required per ITAR
  • Must be able to work onsite full-time in Austin, TX
  • Ability to travel up to 50% of the time

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship, Green Card, Refugee, or Asylee status

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