Sourcing Manager, Opex (starlink)

SpaceX

Bastrop, TX, United States
Not specified; not specified; not specified
On-site
Bachelor's degree or 9 years engineering experience
5+ years purchasing or supply chain management
Experience with mrp or erp systems
SpaceX is seeking a Sourcing Manager for its Starlink project in Bastrop, TX, responsible for overseeing procurement, supplier development, and logistics to support the production of reliable internet technology. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in supply chain management, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job Summary

  • This high-profile position plays an integral role in enabling development and production flow for the Starlink program by executing effective supply chain strategies.
  • The successful candidate will manage outsource fabrication projects, track high-risk components, and negotiate contracts to minimize cost and lead time.
  • SpaceX is seeking a self-motivated professional capable of solving complex open-ended problems with speed while working onsite in Bastrop, Texas.

Matching Summary

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SpaceX is seeking a Sourcing Manager for its Starlink project in Bastrop, TX, responsible for overseeing procurement, supplier development, and logistics to support the production of reliable internet technology. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in supply chain management, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree or 9 years engineering experience
  • 5+ years purchasing or supply chain management
  • Experience with MRP or ERP systems
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and BOMs
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills

Nice-to-have

  • APICS or Six Sigma certification
  • Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and PowerBI
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes like milling and laser cutting
  • Experience with forecasting and demand planning
  • Ability to work in ambiguous fast-moving environments

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required (or 9 years engineering)
  • 5+ years experience in procurement or supply chain
  • US Citizenship or eligible immigration status per ITAR

Work Rights

Must be US citizen, permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or eligible for authorization

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